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    Tag: clergy abuse

    6 Things Never to Say About Survivors of Clergy Abuse

    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”

    March 14, 2023 by Erin ODonnell

    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””

    February 28, 2023February 28, 2023 by Erin ODonnell

    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”

    February 14, 2023February 14, 2023 by Erin ODonnell

    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”

    January 31, 2023 by Erin ODonnell

    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”

    January 24, 2023February 15, 2023 by Erin ODonnell

    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”

    January 17, 2023February 17, 2023 by Erin ODonnell

    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”

    January 3, 2023January 3, 2023 by Erin ODonnell

    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”

    November 22, 2022 by Erin ODonnell

    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”

    November 16, 2022November 17, 2022 by Erin ODonnell

    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”

    November 8, 2022February 17, 2023 by Erin ODonnell

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