Guest (URC pastor's daughter, abuse survivor)
Grew up in a Reformed (URC) pastoral family and shared a personal story of sexual abuse, recovery, and critique of harmful church responses; advocates for trauma-informed care and proper reporting of abuse.
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Apr 10, 2025 • 55min
The Reformed Church and Abuse
The guest, a pastor's daughter and abuse survivor from a Reformed community, shares her harrowing personal story of sexual abuse and the challenges of recovery. She critiques the damaging responses of churches and emphasizes the importance of trauma-informed care. Discussing the pervasive culture of silence within her community, she calls for churches to prioritize victim support over institutional reputation. Highlighting the need for trained professionals and proper reporting, she champions a movement towards creating safer spaces for healing and accountability.
