Woven from the Threads of Abuse: A Process/Journal Exploring Grief Surrounding Sexual Abuse Issues in the Church

Susan M. Wilhelm,Ann Welly

ISBN 10: 0595274463 / ISBN 13: 9780595274468

Published by iUniverse, Inc., 2003

About this Item

"In a society more aware of sexual abuse than ever before, we need to find the path to healing and reconciliation. This book is filled with wise guidance for that journey: gripping personal stories that invite reflection; deep prayers that stir the soul; solid spiritual exercises that lead to greater integrity. The authors, who demonstrate a great sense of compassion, have taken threads of grief and anger and woven them into a powerful invitation to new hope."Jim Bacik, Ph.D.Theologian, Pastor Corpus Christi University Parish Toledo, Ohio "The opportunity for spiritual growth abounds in the wake of crisis. This book confronts our present day institutional breakdowns with a process that seeks not to fix the problems but to transcend them. Using personal dialogue and inner reflection, the reader is led to interior depths where the Spirit heals and transforms. The result is a New Creation with a consciousness that is both feminine and masculine in equal balance." Joan Hauser, M.Div. Few in our society are untouched by abuse and the grief it holds. The Spirit is challenging us to look at ourselves, to delve more deeply into our stories and to share what we learn with others in a co-creative response. Please note the image in this listing is a stock photo and may not match the covers of the actual item.

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: Woven from the Threads of Abuse: A Process/Journal Exploring Grief Surrounding Sexual Abuse Issues in the Church
• Publisher: iUniverse, Inc.
• Publication Date: 2003
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0595274463
• ISBN 13: 9780595274468
• Binding: Softcover
• Condition: Good
• Dust Jacket Condition: No Jacket
• Book Type: Book

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Synopsis

In a society more aware of sexual abuse than ever before, we need to find the path to healing and reconciliation. This book is filled with wise guidance for that journey: gripping personal stories that invite reflection; deep prayers that stir the soul; solid spiritual exercises that lead to greater integrity. The authors, who demonstrate a great sense of compassion, have taken threads of grief and anger and woven them into a powerful invitation to new hope.Jim Bacik, Ph.D.Theologian, Pastor Corpus Christi University Parish Toledo, Ohio"The opportunity for spiritual growth abounds in the wake of crisis. This book confronts our present day institutional breakdowns with a process that seeks not to fix the problems but to transcend them. Using personal dialogue and inner reflection, the reader is led to interior depths where the Spirit heals and transforms. The result is a New Creation with a consciousness that is both feminine and masculine in equal balance." Joan Hauser, M.Div.

About the Author

Ann Welly, M.Ed., retired college professor designed and taught Human Values courses at Lourdes College, Sylvania, Ohio for 25 years. She holds a M.Ed. from the University of Toledo. Certified in Jean Houston, Ph.D.?s Human Capacities program, Ann listens deeply and learns from students and those she guides in spiritual direction. Teacher and Spiritual Director, Sue Wilhelm, received her BA in Education from Notre Dame College of Ohio, and training for spiritual guidance from Shalem Institute of Spirituality in Bethesda, Maryland. Her experience as teacher, Christian Educator, Missioner in Papua New Guinea, retreat facilitator and former religious woman, brings authenticity and spiritual depth to this work.