I first read the book early in 2020 while we were out of state, before the coronavirus. I appreciated reading it then but when I read it again for the book study the information really sank in for me. Ruth writes with conviction and resolve to continue to carry her message forward. I appreciated the following quotable quotes: "Sexual assault is not 'a women's issue.' Sexual assault is a violation of the implicit societal covenant not to harm vulnerable persons." p. 231, and "The absence of response is not neutrality, but complicity." p. 236 It was great to interact and learn with others by Zoom. Phyllis Roelofs
Thanks for the link to the documentary. After watching it, my response is that our families, churches, schools, businesses, social institutions, and governments will benefit from more women who are willing to speak up and out, identify, and implement plans for much needed change. Of course men will be required to support and assist as they did in AOC's campaign. Working together in a complementary manner is always the best option.
Thanks for your attention to this most important concern, even in the CRC denomination. As was said before, it is not easy to confront, but it is necessary.
Recently re-read Ruined, a memoir by Ruth Everhart, and her recently released #MeToo Reckoning - Facing the Church's Complicity in Sexual Abuse and Misconduct. Both are important reads for instilling awareness and establishing effective advocacy for change.
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I first read the book early in 2020 while we were out of state, before the coronavirus. I appreciated reading it then but when I read it again for the book study the information really sank in for me. Ruth writes with conviction and resolve to continue to carry her message forward. I appreciated the following quotable quotes: "Sexual assault is not 'a women's issue.' Sexual assault is a violation of the implicit societal covenant not to harm vulnerable persons." p. 231, and "The absence of response is not neutrality, but complicity." p. 236 It was great to interact and learn with others by Zoom. Phyllis Roelofs
Posted in: A Reflection: Is This OK?
Thanks for the link to the documentary. After watching it, my response is that our families, churches, schools, businesses, social institutions, and governments will benefit from more women who are willing to speak up and out, identify, and implement plans for much needed change. Of course men will be required to support and assist as they did in AOC's campaign. Working together in a complementary manner is always the best option.
Posted in: A Reflection: Is This OK?
Thanks for your attention to this most important concern, even in the CRC denomination. As was said before, it is not easy to confront, but it is necessary.
Posted in: A Reflection: Is This OK?
Thanks Kelly, so important to have it said again.
Posted in: What Books Are You Reading in 2020?
Recently re-read Ruined, a memoir by Ruth Everhart, and her recently released #MeToo Reckoning - Facing the Church's Complicity in Sexual Abuse and Misconduct. Both are important reads for instilling awareness and establishing effective advocacy for change.