This much-needed handbook includes basic information about domestic violence, theological reflections, referral resources, and concrete suggestions for a compassionate Christian response to abuse in the home.
Published by FaithTrust Institute to address the needs of victims and survivors, and answer the questions that pastors often ask.
With contributions from Rev. Dr. Randy Bridges, Rev. Dr. Luis Carlo, Rev. Keith Galbraith, Rev. Nate Mullen and others.
"Nancy Murphy has produced an important handbook that will prove inestimable to pastors. This is a subject that no pastor or Christian leader can or should avoid. All of us are either part of the problem or part of the solution. By God's grace, I want to be part of the solution!" --W. Ward Gasque, Ph.D., President, Pacific Association of Theological Studies, Seattle, WA
“The domestic violence issue is more universal than is currently recognized. This handbook challenges and equips pastors and ministry leaders to reflect and engage in practical solutions to domestic violence existing in our faith communities. Murphy’s field experience and academic rigor lends a solid foundation to this work.” --The Rev. Aubrey Gregory, Senior Pastor, Newark Gospel Tabernacle, Newark, NJ
“The prophets of old called God’s people to see the tears of the oppressed, bind up the brokenhearted and loose the chains of injustice. Today, modern-day prophets like Nancy Murphy continue the clarion call for justice and mercy by waking us up to the tragedy of domestic violence. For far too long the church has either ignored or sadly, even fostered the problem. This helpful handbook helps us pastors open our eyes to the issue and know how we can help. May we all join the growing ranks of those saying, ‘No more!’” --The Rev. Jeff Horton, Pastor, Shoreline Free Methodist Church, Shoreline, WA
“Nancy Murphy has a passion to follow the mandate of Christ in seeking to ‘proclaim release to the captives….and free those who are downtrodden.’ When she speaks about domestic violence, her voice rings with courage and deep empathy. We must listen to what she has to declare to the Church on this issue.” --The Rev. Denny Gunderson, Pastor, Author, Therapist, Domestic Violence Intervention Specialist
FaithTrust Institute is a national non-profit organization that provides faith communities and advocates with the tools and knowledge they need to address the faith and cultural issues related to abuse. Please visit our website at: www.FaithTrustInstitute.org
