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Domestic Violence Series (Part 4)Related Articles and Resources for Domestic Violence and Abuse Continued:Domestic Violence Hotlines and Help:National Domestic Violence Hotline 1-800-799-SAFE (7233) or 1-800-787-3224 (TTY) – A crisis intervention and referral phone line for domestic violence.State Coalition List – Directory of state offices that can help you find local support, shelter,…See More

Domestic Violence Series (Part 4)XI. Related Articles and Resources for Domestic Violence and AbuseDomestic Abuse/ViolenceHelpguide's Free Emotional Intelligence Toolkit…See More

“A Better Way to Pray” Book & Prayer GroupWant to learn what prayer is, and is not? Want to learn how to pray effectively? Then join us on Sunday evenings, at 6:30pm EST via Zoom. We are studying Andrew Wommack’s book, “A Better Way to Pray.”These sessions of the Book & Prayer group will be from November 29, 2020 to April 18, 2021. We originally began the group on…See More

“A Better Way to Pray” Book & Prayer GroupWant to learn what prayer is, and is not? Want to learn how to pray effectively? Then join us on Sunday evenings, at 6:30pm EST via Zoom. We are studying Andrew Wommack’s book, “A Better Way to Pray.”These sessions of the Book & Prayer group will be from November 29, 2020 to April 18, 2021. We originally began the group on…See More

Domestic Violence Series (Part 3)Effects of Domestic Violence on Children Victims/Witness Continued :E. Age Specific Effects of Domestic Violence on Children – (Part 3C)Age-specific indicators1. InfantsBasic need for attachment is disrupted.Routines around feeding/sleeping are disturbed.Injuries while "caught in the crossfire".Irritability or inconsolable crying.Frequent illness.Difficulty…See More

Domestic Violence Series (Part 3)Effects of Domestic Violence on Children Victims/Witness Continued:B. Dynamics of Domestic Violence That Are Unhealthy for Children: - (Part 3B)Control of family by one dominant member.Abuse of a parent.Isolation.Protecting the "family secret"C. Ways Domestic Violence Effects ChildrenChildren react to their environment in different ways, and reactions can…See More

Domestic Violence Series (Part 3)X. Effects of Domestic Violence on Children Victims/Witness – (Part 3A)Domestic violence affects every member of the family, including the children. Family violence creates a home environment where children live in constant fear. Domestic violence affects every member of the family, including the children. Family violence creates a home environment where…See More

Greetings Everyone, in the Name of our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ!I pray you all and your families are well! Just wanted to let you all know, due to our schedules on our volunteer positions, Minister James and myself, will be putting the Monday live Zoom sessions on hold for a while. But when we start back, we will continue where we left off, with the “Violence &…See More

Greetings Everyone, in the Name of our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ!I pray you all and your families are well! Just wanted to let you all know, due to our schedules on our volunteer positions, Minister James and myself, will be putting the Monday live Zoom sessions on hold for a while. But when we start back, we will continue where we left off, with the “Violence &…See More

Greetings Everyone, in the Name of our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ!I pray you all and your families are well! Here are the updated previous, current, and upcoming, “Journey of Freedom: Violence & Abuse” Program 2020 & Beyond summaries, for each topic (…See More

Greetings Everyone, in the Name of our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ!I pray you all and your families are well! Here are the updated previous, current, and upcoming, “Journey of Freedom: Violence & Abuse” Program 2020 & Beyond summaries, for each topic (…See More

Domestic Violence Series (Part 2) Explanation of Domestic Violence and Abuse Continued: VIII. How to Leave an Abusive Relationship – (Part 2A)Getting Ready to Leave:Keep any evidence of physical abuse, such as pictures, etc.Know where you can go to get help; tell someone what is happening to you.If you are injured, go to a doctor or an emergency room and report what happened to you. Ask that they document your visit.Plan with your children and identify a safe place for them (for example, a room…See More

Domestic Violence Series (Part 2)Explanation of Domestic Violence and Abuse Continued:VII. Barriers to Leaving – (Part 2A)The most common question asked about domestic violence victims is "Why does she stay?"The question shows the misunderstanding of the dynamics of domestic violence. It also reveals a tendency to blame the victim. A more appropriate question would be:"Why does he abuse her?" or "Why can't he be stopped from hurting his family?"The question--"Why does she stay," --puts the…See More