“[S]ometimes my relationship with the Church feels like a strained marriage… I absolutely do not want a divorce; I want healing in the most precious relationship I…… Read more “Survivor Story: Emily Ransom”
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The Awake Team Gathers to Connect and Look Ahead
Last weekend members of the Awake community gathered at St. Joseph Catholic Church in Wauwatosa, Wisconsin for our third annual leadership gathering, which allowed the group to…… Read more “The Awake Team Gathers to Connect and Look Ahead”
Courageous Conversation Explores How Other Faith Traditions Address Abuse
By Anselma Dolcich-AshleyGuest Writer Last week, Awake hosted a Courageous Conversation featuring guests from Jewish, Protestant, and Muslim backgrounds who shared insights about addressing abuse in those…… Read more “Courageous Conversation Explores How Other Faith Traditions Address Abuse”
Survivor Story: Valentino “Val” Borrelli
“My wish is to help the laity understand that abuse victims are not some delicate flowers that can’t handle life because of the abuse. We are valuable…… Read more “Survivor Story: Valentino “Val” Borrelli”
Awake Welcomes New Members to Board of Directors and Leadership Team
Awake Milwaukee continues to grow and recently celebrated the addition of three new volunteers to our team, including two new members of the Board of Directors and…… Read more “Awake Welcomes New Members to Board of Directors and Leadership Team”
The Way of the Cross with Survivors: A Lenten Opportunity to Pray with Those Who Are Hurting
By Anselma Dolcich-AshleyGuest Writer Last week Awake Milwaukee observed the Way of the Cross, a prayer service following the footsteps of Jesus to Calvary, accompanied by victim-survivors…… Read more “The Way of the Cross with Survivors: A Lenten Opportunity to Pray with Those Who Are Hurting “
Awake’s Core Values: A Closer Look at What Matters Most to Us
As we approach Awake’s fourth anniversary this summer, we are currently working through a strategic planning process to help us consider our future. One of the first…… Read more “Awake’s Core Values: A Closer Look at What Matters Most to Us”
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”
Courageous Conversation: In Discussion Led by Survivors, Vatican Advisor Hans Zollner, SJ, Weighs in on Abuse in the Church
By Anselma Dolcich-AshleyGuest Writer Last week, Awake hosted Fr. Hans Zollner, SJ, director of the safeguarding institute of the Pontifical Gregorian University and advisor to Pope Francis,…… Read more “Courageous Conversation: In Discussion Led by Survivors, Vatican Advisor Hans Zollner, SJ, Weighs in on Abuse in the Church”
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”
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