Is your faith community a safe place for everyone?

In this week's episode, Boz Tchividjian and I dive deep into an issue from the headlines that often lurks in the shadows of our faith communities – abuse, particularly within the church. Have you ever wondered what grooming means in the context of spiritual abuse? Or how power dynamics within religious organizations can lead to victimization?

Boz, an author, founder, and Lawyer, shares his experiences and insights from working with survivors whom their faith communities have deeply wounded. But this episode isn't just about stories of pain; it's about empowerment. We explore the vital role of the law in addressing these issues and how it can help survivors reclaim their agency and seek justice. This episode is a call to action for all of us.

Highlights from the conversation:

• The Church and Trauma.
• The Work of G.R.A.C.E.
• The Reality of Adult Clergy Abuse.
• Understanding Vulnerability and Power.
• Discovering Hope and Healing.

Learn more about G.R.A.C.E and BozLaw. Follow BozLaw PA on X and Threads. You can also buy his book, The Child Safeguarding Policy Guide for Churches and Ministries.

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For more conversations like this one, check out my book, Vulnerable: Rethinking Human Trafficking.

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