Life & Faith: No More Denial

2015-12-10

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Domestic abuse within the church dominated headlines early in 2015. On this Life & Faith we speak with Sandy Grant, who is heading up the Task Force to address Domestic Abuse within the Sydney Anglican Diocese, and speak with Barbara Roberts, survivor of domestic abuse, victim advocate, and author of a book on abuse and divorce within the church. If you are experiencing domestic abuse, we urge you to please seek help. Australian resources: If you are in immediate danger, ring 000.

Domestic abuse within the church dominated headlines early in 2015. On this Life & Faith we speak with Sandy Grant, who is heading up the Task Force to address Domestic Abuse within the Sydney Anglican Diocese, and speak with Barbara Roberts, survivor of domestic abuse, victim advocate, and author of a book on abuse and divorce within the church.

If you are experiencing domestic abuse, we urge you to please seek help.

Australian resources:

If you are in immediate danger, ring 000.

Ring the Respect Line for counselling, information and support 1800 737 732 or see www.1800respect.org.au

You can also visit Safe Steps Family Violence Response Centre online at www.safesteps.org.au or call 1800 015 188

Visit Barbara Roberts’ blog A Cry for Justice for information, education, and stories particularly relevant to a Christian context www.cryingoutforjustice.com

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