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Circles of Healing
A three-session support group curriculum for abused Christian women. Developed by the Domestic Violence Awareness Task Force of the Office of Peace and Justice, Catholic Diocese of Richmond,VA.
Designed to complement the video, Wings Like a Dove: Healing for the Abused Christian Woman. Each of the sessions includes worship materials, scripture reflections, discussion questions, and closing prayers.
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Keeping the Faith: Guidance for Christian Women Facing Abuse
By Rev. Dr. Marie M. Fortune This booklet is a concise response to common religious questions raised by victims/survivors of domestic violence and is a valuable resource for shelters, counselors and pastors. Call for quantity discounts. (San Francisco: HarperCollins, 1995)
- Available at http://www.covenantbookstore.com/
What Every Congregation Needs to Know about Domestic Violence
An excellent introductory pamphlet ideal for distribution to both laity and clergy. Includes information for victims and for batterers. Sold in packages of 25.
Camera-ready artwork on disk-- must be commercially printed not photocopied. Copyright is maintained by FaithTrust Institute, but purchaser may print an unlimited number and add specific contact information.
- Available at http://www.covchurch.org/cov/resourcectr