by Clarity in Action | Feb 7, 2025 | Article
We provided insight and resources for best practices when addressing oppressive relationships as a local church: using a team approach, prioritizing victim care, allowing for time and observation. What if that doesn’t happen? Sadly, many women seek help repeatedly...
by Clarity in Action | Jan 8, 2025 | Article
How do you know if you’ve been misled? Here’s part 3 of best practices: Time and Observation There are those who hesitate to believe or listen claiming there are “2 sides to every story.” Yes. And No. Once the wounded party is safe and provided for, best...
by Clarity in Action | Dec 8, 2024 | Article
In November we mentioned using a team-based approach to assist in oppressive marital relationships. Regardless of how we help, we have the same responsibility and priority. What is that priority? The victim’s safety, dignity, and care are the primary priority for each...
by Clarity in Action | Nov 20, 2024 | Article
The last several newsletters have focused on seeing a situation clearly, especially when each person has a different story. Last month we encouraged listening to individuals separately. This month we will begin to outline best practices. Protecting a victim and the...
by Clarity in Action | Oct 12, 2024 | Article
Perhaps it seems like both individuals within a marriage are responsible for arguments or violent outbursts. Both individuals point fingers at each other and neither one is innocent. So where DO we start? We start by asking questions, listening carefully to each...
by Clarity in Action | Sep 13, 2024 | Article
Last month we talked about the importance of talking to individuals separately. If bullying is happening in a marriage, there is no way to hear the truth with both of them in the same room at the same time. However, many pastors and people helpers cry, “Whoa! Whoa!...
