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	Aftermath of Sexual Abuse in the Church Public Opinion Online June 23, 2011 http://www.publicopiniononline.com/living/ci_18335311 ABBOTSFORD, B.C. -- An updated booklet on sexual abuse in the church is available to congregations, free of charge, from Mennonite Central Committee offices or by downloading it from MCC's website. The booklet, "Understanding sexual abuse by a church leader or caregiver," is a response to difficulties faced by survivors and churches following sexual abuse by a church leader, said Linda Gehman Peachey, director of women's advocacy for MCC U.S. The booklet, first published in 2003, begins with the biblical text as its foundation and defines sexual abuse by a church leader or caregiver. It includes a composite story of actual experiences, gives tools to help individuals and groups understand some of the dynamics of sexual abuse and provides a list of suggested resources. The booklet is available free by calling 1-888-563-4676 or by downloading it at http://bit.ly/lxwByo.
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