{"product_id":"supporting-adult-survivors-of-child-sexual-abuse-a-mimetic-theory-approach-for-the-local-church","title":"Supporting Adult Survivors of Child Sexual Abuse: A Mimetic Theory Approach for the Local Church","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003eThis book provides a model of care for survivors of sexual abuse that adopts the role of God as a benevolent other, moving churches past unintentional scapegoating and into a healing community. \u003c\/blockquote\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\\n                                                            \u003cstrong\u003eFormat\u003c\/strong\u003e: Paperback \/ softback\u003cbr\u003e\\n                              \u003cstrong\u003eLength\u003c\/strong\u003e: 144 pages\u003cbr\u003e\\n                              \u003cstrong\u003ePublication date\u003c\/strong\u003e: 21 August 2020\u003cbr\u003e\\n                              \u003cstrong\u003ePublisher\u003c\/strong\u003e: Jessica Kingsley Publishers\u003cbr\u003e\\n                          \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis supportive book offers a model of care that the church can use with survivors of sexual abuse, drawing upon René Girard's Mimetic Theory throughout. The book proposes that the treatment survivors receive in churches could be significantly enhanced if instead of exacerbating a survivor's sense of guilt, difference, or isolation or attempting to alter survivors' thoughts, feelings, or behavior, churches adopt the role of God as a benevolent other. By doing so, churches can transcend unintentional scapegoating of sexual abuse survivors and establish a healing community where survivors feel welcomed and included on churchgoers' journeys toward health and wholeness.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe book emphasizes the importance of creating a safe and supportive environment for survivors of sexual abuse, where they can feel comfortable sharing their experiences and receiving the care and support they need. It suggests that churches can play a vital role in this process by fostering a culture of empathy, understanding, and compassion towards survivors.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eOne of the key insights of the book is that survivors of sexual abuse often feel isolated and alone, and that the church can help break down these barriers by providing a sense of community and belonging. The book suggests that churches can create opportunities for survivors to connect with others who have experienced similar trauma, through support groups, counseling, and other forms of outreach.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFurthermore, the book argues that the church can play a critical role in addressing the root causes of sexual abuse, such as poverty, inequality, and lack of education. By working to address these underlying issues, churches can help prevent sexual abuse from occurring in the first place and provide support for survivors who have already experienced trauma.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eOverall, this book provides a valuable resource for churches and other organizations seeking to better support survivors of sexual abuse. By adopting a compassionate and empathetic approach, churches can help break down the barriers of isolation and shame that often accompany sexual abuse and create a healing community where survivors can find hope and healing.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\\n                            \u003cstrong\u003eWeight\u003c\/strong\u003e: 214g\\n                            \u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDimension\u003c\/strong\u003e: 158 x 228 x 57 (mm)\\n                            \u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eISBN-13\u003c\/strong\u003e: 9781785925016\\n                            \\n                          \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Catherine Beaumont","offers":[{"title":"Paperback \/ softback","offer_id":44099073245434,"sku":"9781785925016","price":26.14,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0522\/4297\/2845\/products\/17e5b0360331e4f652251791108e775f.jpg?v=1624753669","url":"https:\/\/shulphink.com\/products\/supporting-adult-survivors-of-child-sexual-abuse-a-mimetic-theory-approach-for-the-local-church","provider":"Shulph Ink","version":"1.0","type":"link"}