| World Council of Churches (editor Valli Batchelor) |
When Pastors Pray |
Book |
The book aims to raise awareness about identifying; preventing and overcoming clergy sexual abuse of women. |
Link |
| United Methodist Church (UMC) |
Sexual Ethics |
Websites |
Addresses the issues of sexual misconduct; abuse; and harassment by those entrusted with ministerial roles. Lays out clear steps for victims within UMC to follow. (Useful guideline for churches) |
Link |
| The Hope of Survivors |
Clergy sexual abuse and misconduct |
Website |
Support; Hope & Healing for victims of pastoral sexual abuse. A wealth of information. (Based in the USA with an international footprint). |
Link |
| Tamar’s Voice |
Clergy Abuse |
Website |
Support; Hope & Healing for victims of pastoral sexual abuse. A wealth of information. (Based in the USA with an international footprint) |
Link |
| Jan Tuin |
Justice |
Website (PDF) |
The truth is that the onus of justice should not rest on the victim. If it were done correctly; the church would take every step to seek justice. |
Link |
| Nils Friberg |
Remarks to a Church |
Website (PDF) |
Remarks to a church following the fall of their pastor |
Link |
| Jan Tuin |
Safe Church; Safe Pastor |
Website (PDF) |
“What are the signs of a safe church; safe pastor?” This is a powerful; compelling question! |
Link |
| Jan and Lon Tuin |
Those in Power |
Website (PDF) |
The professional person is 100% responsible for keeping the relationship with his parishioners/clients from being sexualized in word or deed. |
Link |
| Jan Tuin |
What About Forgiveness? |
Website (PDF) |
Another misunderstanding we Christians sometimes get caught in is the difference between vengeance and justice. Vengeance is not bad; but it is God’s. Justice is good and God wants us to seek after it. One can forgive and seek justice at the same time. |
Link |
| Diana Garland |
When Wolves Wear Shepherd’s Clothing |
Website (PDF) |
This article examines the problem of clergy sexual abuse with adult women. (Excellent article) |
Link |
| Mark Scheffers |
Why Adult Victims of Clergy Sexual Abuse Are Not To Blame |
Website (PDF) |
There are at least six reasons why you are not to blame for what happened to you! |
Link |
