 | | Rape
A Meditation/Sermon on 2 Samuel 13. If rape were a physical disease, we would say it was an epidemic. In fact, it is so prevalent that there are many examples in the Bible. Article appeared in the May 2004 edition of Journal of Lutheran Ethics.
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| | Unfaithful: When Shepherds Become Wolves
Clergy sexual abuse has been much in the news of late, as one denomination after another has confronted the trauma of predatory pastors who prey on the vulnerable and the weak in their care. Despite the media attention, it is, blessedly, still a rarity, the exception and not the rule. Thousands of Adventist pastors serve millions of members with faithfulness and integrity, careful to observe the highest standards of moral conduct and Christian professionalism. When clergy sexual abuse occurs, however, it can traumatize both its victim and a congregation and can confront local church leaders with some of the most difficult and painful situations they will ever face. Article appeared in the February 20, 2003 edition of Adventist Review.
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| | One woman's story about domestic abuse and justice
The recent granting of clemency to Linda White shows how attitudes have changed.
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