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Kelly Sibthorpe

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Good News CRC in London, ON

About Me:

Campus Pastor, Fanshawe College, London, Ontario.

Interests:

fishing, astronomy, drumming, Jesus.

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September 25, 2018

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Sexual Assault Against Boys: My Story

As a man, its time to tell my story of sexual assault at school.

By Kelly Sibthorpe

Safe Church

Faye, thanks for your carefully worded response!

It is certainly true that the preeminent side-effects of denial, cover-up and victim blaming result from the exposure and accusation of a...
posted on: In the Wake of Ravi Zacharias: When Spiritual Leaders Do Harm
Amanda, thanks for posting this. Allow me to reflect a little.

I was a young, newly ordained Pentecostal Minister with the PAOC (Pentecostal Assemblies of Canada) and in the midst of...
posted on: In the Wake of Ravi Zacharias: When Spiritual Leaders Do Harm
Elaine,

That's so cool!

I didn't know you were referencing Willemina's ordination!

-Kelly

posted on: Where We Are 25 Years After Ordaining Women as Pastors
Dear Dr. Benckhuysen,

Welcome to your new ministry!

My wife and I are praying for your work. May every survivor know they can be safe and have advocates that bring comfort, support...
posted on: New Director, Amanda Benckhuysen: "Why I Want to Work With Safe Church Ministry"
Thank-you Elaine for your thoughtful article and journey along with the opportunity to share some thoughts on the subject.

Rev. Willemina Zwart, ordained close to 18 years ago has...
posted on: Where We Are 25 Years After Ordaining Women as Pastors
Hi Paul,

This resource is particularly helpful especially after reading the just released report to Synod!

Much to talk about and reflect upon. As we seek to formulate a more healthy...
posted on: Same-Sex Marriage Resources and Church Order History for CRCNA
Eric,

Of course, we all have our opinions. You have stated your very succinctly. Thanks!

Kelly

posted on: A Reflection: Is This OK?
Eric,

Being Canadian, I don't mix politics too much with faith.

I don't believe the issue is partisanship, rather gender equality in human society as outlined in the broader...
posted on: A Reflection: Is This OK?
I'm an ordained, white male in his early 60's, married to a respected, ordained Minister of the Word and Sacrament with a great track record in CRC parish ministry. I have come full circle from...
posted on: A Reflection: Is This OK?
Thanks for raising awareness and a better understanding of power and its use, abuse.

I would like to add to your resource list Andy Crouch's wonderful work on power,

"Playing God-...
posted on: Power: How Will We Use It?