Messages of Support

This Christmas, we worked with Whitney True-Francis, the diocese’s Victim Assistance Coordinator, to send cards to survivors that she encounters through her work. We hope these cards helped the survivors to feel supported and to know that so many people care. We were careful to include messages that were supportive and open to the idea…

Holiday Special: Caring for Ourselves and Others

GRACE, Godly Response to Abuse in the Christian Environment invited licensed clinical social workers Laura Thien and Carrie Nettles to discuss why the holiday season can be especially challenging for those who have experienced abuse or trauma, share some helpful practices for self-care, and offer guidance to those who will be interacting and serving survivors…