Editor’s Note: Today we revisit an important post written by Jerri von den Bosch, member of Awake’s Leadership Team and Board of Directors. By Jerri von den…… Read more “6 Things Never to Say About Survivors of Clergy Abuse”
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Called to the Foot of the Cross: Why the Church Needs a “Catechesis of Survivor Stories”
Editor’s note: Today we revisit a post from November 2021 about efforts by a Jesuit priest and researcher to help the Catholic Church heal by making stories…… Read more “Called to the Foot of the Cross: Why the Church Needs a “Catechesis of Survivor Stories””
Survivor Story: Mike Hoffman
“To be able to share my story, which I kept secret for over 30 years, and still feel safe and loved was such a profound experience.” Mike…… Read more “Survivor Story: Mike Hoffman”
What Should I Do If Someone Tells Me They’ve Been Abused? The 5-Step VEEEL Method
This week we revisit this terrific advice from Deborah Rodriguez, MD, who spells out how to respond if someone discloses their abuse to you. It’s helpful for…… Read more “What Should I Do If Someone Tells Me They’ve Been Abused? The 5-Step VEEEL Method”
Courageous Conversation: Panel Reveals the Impact of Clergy Sexual Abuse on Families
By Anselma Dolcich-AshleyGuest Writer Awake’s January Courageous Conversation provided an opportunity to listen to a mother, a husband, and a daughter of victim-survivors of abuse. The conversation…… Read more “Courageous Conversation: Panel Reveals the Impact of Clergy Sexual Abuse on Families”
Survivor Story: Esther Harber
“That profound understanding that I am not alone takes a great deal of the shame away. ” Esther Harber, 39, is a devoted Catholic, mother, and wife,…… Read more “Survivor Story: Esther Harber”
Awake’s Top Blog Posts of 2022
As we turn the page on a new year, we at Awake value the chance to look back over the last 12 months to see which posts…… Read more “Awake’s Top Blog Posts of 2022”
Holiday How-To: 10 Tips for Talking with Your Family About Sexual Abuse in the Catholic Church
This week we revisit a previous post exploring the best ways to discuss the topic of the abuse crisis in Church with family members. We wish you…… Read more “Holiday How-To: 10 Tips for Talking with Your Family About Sexual Abuse in the Catholic Church”
Courageous Conversation: Powerful Panel Explores Racism’s Role in the Abuse Crisis
Last week Awake hosted a thought-provoking Courageous Conversation about the ways racism impacts the problem of sexual abuse in the Catholic Church. The panel discussion, “Erased from…… Read more “Courageous Conversation: Powerful Panel Explores Racism’s Role in the Abuse Crisis”
Survivor Story: Zac Zepeda
“Years of therapy and support groups have shown me that to heal I must talk about the abuse.” Zac Zepeda, age 74, is a cradle Catholic who…… Read more “Survivor Story: Zac Zepeda”
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