Welcome to the Domestic Abuse Unchurched podcast. Each week we'll be stepping into the void and addressing the issue of domestic abuse in the church. Unchurched means 'not belonging to or connected with a church'. Domestic abuse ought not to belong or have any connection with the church. The church ought to be a place that promotes salvation (preservation or deliverance from harm, ruin or loss) for all who call on the name of Jesus Christ. It's time to step-up and no longer side-step.
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To mark International Women's Day 2023 'Embrace Equity', I joined Emma from Restored to chat about achievements. https://www.restored-uk.org Thank you for listening. You can reach us on: Email: info@iamanovercomer.org.uk Website: www.iamanovercomer.org.uk Or find us on: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/msovercomer Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.c…
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To mark International Women's Day 2023, Embrace Equity, on this episode I'm joined by my sister, Trisha. Thank you for joining us as we talk about equity, women and resilience. Trisha's contact details are: trishamusara@yahoo.com @sculptbeautyhre (Instagram and Facebook) Thank you for listening. You can reach us on: Email: info@iamanovercomer.org.u…
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Domestic abuse is commonly portrayed as a gendered crime, perpetrated by men against women. However, there is also the staggering truth that one third of domestic abuse victims are men. On this episode, I am joined by Ken, a male survivor of domestic abuse. If we are going to make an impact in combating the issue of domestic abuse, it is going to t…
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Justin shares nuggets of wisdom and knowledge with understanding in the areas of safeguarding and creating healthy church cultures. Justin is CEO of thirtyone:eight, an independent Christian safeguarding charity operating across the United Kingdom and internationally. Established in 1977, the charity now supports in excess of 10,000 member organisa…
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Dr Afua Appiah is a Highly Specialist Clinical Psychologist who works in children and adolescent services in London, UK. She joins us on this week's episode to share about how abuse affects mental health. Afua has worked in Mental Health Services for approximately 10 years with complex conditions and presentations. She has worked in services across…
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Moses, our guest this week, starts off by sharing a powerful testimony, then goes on to share some sad truths on why some BAME pastors won't confront the issue of domestic abuse. Born into a Muslim family, Moses gave his life to Jesus after encountering His love at a Reinhard Bonnke crusade. He now ministers under Christian Reformed Church Sierra L…
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Olefile encourages BAME church leaders to 'sit in the discomfort' of engaging in the discussion of domestic abuse. Under the umbrella of Heartlines based in Johannesburg , South Africa; Olefile is a church mobilisation manager and facilitator, passionate about social cohesion and coming alongside communities in coming up with homegrown solutions. H…
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On this week's episode, Pastor David Flowers, senior leader of Leeds Vineyard Church shares his thoughts on the issue of domestic abuse and his pastoral viewpoint and responsibility should a member of his congregation make a disclosure of abuse. Thank you for listening. You can reach us on: Email: info@iamanovercomer.org.uk Website: www.iamanoverco…
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Chuck Derry has worked to end men’s violence against women since 1983. From 1983 to 1993, he worked with male offenders in St. Cloud Minnesota and was the men’s program coordinator for six of those years. In 1994, he co-founded the Gender Violence Institute in Clearwater Minnesota and through that organization provides training and technical assist…
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Our first episode of 2023 is with bible specialist, Reverend Dr. Helen Paynter. Helen unpacks and brings insight to key scriptures that are used as weapons to keep victims and survivors of abuse in bondage. Helen's work can be found on www.csbvbristol.org.uk Thank you for listening. You can reach us on: Email: info@iamanovercomer.org.uk Website: ww…
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On this final episode for 2022, I share how the Domestic Abuse podcast is going so far, and our first guest for 2023. May you have a Merry, Blessed and Safe Christmas, and may you embrace courage in 2023. Tune in on January 7th, for our first episode of the year!! Thank you for listening. You can reach us on: Email: info@iamanovercomer.org.uk Websi…
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An essential work for the safety of victims and survivors of domestic abuse, Emma, from Restored, shares how their organisation broaches and tackles the issue of domestic abuse, and how the church can be trained and equipped to do the same. Thank you for listening. You can reach us on: Email: info@iamanovercomer.org.uk Website: www.iamanovercomer.o…
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Reverend David Burrow, a Methdist minister in Rossendale, steps up to talk about domestic abuse. Thank you for listening. You can reach us on: Email: info@iamanovercomer.org.uk Website: www.iamanovercomer.org.uk Or find us on: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/msovercomer Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lynne-entwistle-7068b3200 Instagram: i…
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Pete, a senior leader who although hasn't dealt with cases of domestic abuse is however, open and willing to learn, train and be equipped with how to best handle potential disclosures of abuse. Thank you for listening. You can reach us on: Email: info@iamanovercomer.org.uk Website: www.iamanovercomer.org.uk Or find us on: Facebook: https://www.face…
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Sounding the alarm on violence against women and girls, Rose and Michelle upack the work of Press Red. They share how Press Red's preventative strategies equip the church to combat domestic abuse.. Thank you for listening. You can reach us on: Email: info@iamanovercomer.org.uk Website: www.iamanovercomer.org.uk Or find us on: Facebook: https://www.…
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Craig Clark, senior leader of Brave Church in Oswaldtwistle, East Lancashire is one of a number of conscientious leaders who have chosen to speak up and stand against domestic abuse. Craig's previous role as a social worker enables him not to shy away from challenging issues such as domestic abuse. If you are affected by anyhting that's discussed i…
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This is a short introduction episode of Domestic Abuse Unchurched. This podcast was inspired by the need to help address the issue of domestic abuse in the church. I am joined by various senior church leaders and leaders of organisations that tackle the issue of violence against women, to talk about this issue of domestic abuse. Thank you for liste…
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In this episode I am joined by Anthony Delaney, senior leader of Ivy Church Manchester, UK. Anthony's frank and open style of discussing the matter of domestic abuse provides a rich addition to the issue. His previous experience in the police force as well as his current role as a church leader provide a framework for addressing domestic abuse. Tha…
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