Catholics For Family Peace Education and Research Initiative
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Each October, we focus on Domestic Abuse Awareness Month,
but there is much to learn and do any day of the year to share
the Catholic Response to Domestic Abuse.
We invite you to explore our entire website. We highlight these two resources:
Our Faculty Associate, Christauria Welland, Psyc. D. has authored How can we help to end violence in Catholic families: A Guide for Clergy, Religious, and Laity. It is good information for anyone. You can download a free copy at www.paxinfamilia.org. At present, there are 9 versions of the 100-page booklet in six languages.
Rose Saad, ER nurse and Catholic survivor of an abusive marriage, writes a blog where she explains how things like denial and fear play into an abusive relationship. Ms. Saad is also an author and has used her experience and her compassion to write A Path to Hope: Restoring the Spirit of the Abused Christian Woman.
Check out her website and blog for more information about her story, her writing, and her message of hope for women who have suffered abuse at the hands of a loved one
Each October, we focus on Domestic Abuse Awareness Month,
but there is much to learn and do any day of the year to share
the Catholic Response to Domestic Abuse.
We invite you to explore our entire website. We highlight these two resources:
Our Faculty Associate, Christauria Welland, Psyc. D. has authored How can we help to end violence in Catholic families: A Guide for Clergy, Religious, and Laity. It is good information for anyone. You can download a free copy at www.paxinfamilia.org. At present, there are 9 versions of the 100-page booklet in six languages.
Rose Saad, ER nurse and Catholic survivor of an abusive marriage, writes a blog where she explains how things like denial and fear play into an abusive relationship. Ms. Saad is also an author and has used her experience and her compassion to write A Path to Hope: Restoring the Spirit of the Abused Christian Woman.
Check out her website and blog for more information about her story, her writing, and her message of hope for women who have suffered abuse at the hands of a loved one
October is a very important month for us because it is Domestic Violence Awareness Month (DVAM). As an initiative focused on education and prayer, we developed resources, organized events, and created social media posts for YOU to use, attend, and share in the month of October.
We are excited to share our 2017 Domestic Violence Awareness Toolkit. Please see the links below for both the 2016 and the 2017 toolkits.
We are excited to share our 2017 Domestic Violence Awareness Toolkit. Please see the links below for both the 2016 and the 2017 toolkits.
October, however, is not the only month to pray and work for an end to domestic violence and abusive relationships. In January, we have shared some information on Facebook about human trafficking and abortion, and in February, we will be posting about Teen Dating Violence Awareness Month.
Though these topics might not seem immediately related to domestic abuse, there are some unnerving connections. The "pimps" or traffickers involved in human sex trafficking often use very similar techniques of manipulation, isolation, and control as are people who abuse their partners. In regards to abortion, the American College of Obstetrics and Gynecology cited a study which said that "women with unintended pregnancies were four times more likely to experience intimate partner violence (IPV) than women whose pregnancies were intended." All too often, abuse begins during pregnancy, and an abusive partner may also pressure a woman to abort their child, leading to further degradation and destruction of life. Finally, we will also be promoting healthy teen relationships in February because healthy dating practices can lead to healthier and happier marriages and family life.
The issues that affect families affect all of us -- we are one body in Christ, and we are one human family. We are responsible for each other! Join us as we work and pray for an end to all these evils. Join us as we work and pray for peace for all people.
Though these topics might not seem immediately related to domestic abuse, there are some unnerving connections. The "pimps" or traffickers involved in human sex trafficking often use very similar techniques of manipulation, isolation, and control as are people who abuse their partners. In regards to abortion, the American College of Obstetrics and Gynecology cited a study which said that "women with unintended pregnancies were four times more likely to experience intimate partner violence (IPV) than women whose pregnancies were intended." All too often, abuse begins during pregnancy, and an abusive partner may also pressure a woman to abort their child, leading to further degradation and destruction of life. Finally, we will also be promoting healthy teen relationships in February because healthy dating practices can lead to healthier and happier marriages and family life.
The issues that affect families affect all of us -- we are one body in Christ, and we are one human family. We are responsible for each other! Join us as we work and pray for an end to all these evils. Join us as we work and pray for peace for all people.
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Were you unable to attend the Mass for Family Peace in October 2017?
Don't worry! We recorded The Reverend Monsignor John Enzler's homily, and it is now available for viewing and sharing. Msgr. Enzler, CEO and President of Catholic Charities of the Archdiocese of Washington, is a passionate advocate for family peace. During his homily, Msgr. Enzler shared some harrowing statistics while also encouraging us all to take action by praying and educating ourselves about domestic violence in our own parishes and communities. Please take the time to listen to his message, and let us share in the joyful hope we have as advocates for all people's safety and dignity. |
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Check out this article from The Catholic University of America's efforts on February Dating Violence Awareness Month.
Follow us on Facebook and Twitter all year long for graphics and easy-to-share messages to spread the word that domestic violence is not acceptable, and that family peace can happen!
Catholics For Family Peace Education and Research Initiative is part of the National Catholic School of Social Service’s Consortium for Catholic Social Teaching at the Catholic University of America.
Visit our page at The Catholic University of America.
We aim to inform the Catholic community on ways to promote family peace and to prevent and respond to domestic abuse and to provide resources and promote prayer for all families. Our initiative provides education, resources, and research that help pastoral leaders, clergy, and parishioners recognize domestic abuse and respond with compassion.
Catholics for Family Peace also serves as a clearinghouse for effective pastoral practices of the universal Church that address violence in the home. Training and information presentations may be scheduled at parishes, seminaries, and for organizations. To schedule a training, contact us.
Visit our page at The Catholic University of America.
We aim to inform the Catholic community on ways to promote family peace and to prevent and respond to domestic abuse and to provide resources and promote prayer for all families. Our initiative provides education, resources, and research that help pastoral leaders, clergy, and parishioners recognize domestic abuse and respond with compassion.
Catholics for Family Peace also serves as a clearinghouse for effective pastoral practices of the universal Church that address violence in the home. Training and information presentations may be scheduled at parishes, seminaries, and for organizations. To schedule a training, contact us.