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November 2020
Webinar: Understanding Domestic Violence – Forms, Dynamics, and Myths
One in three Canadian women experience abuse from an intimate partner. This webinar will unpack myths related to domestic violence and broaden our understanding of its forms and impact. We will look at barriers to disclosing abuse and how we can start to address this hidden epidemic in our faith communities. Presented by: Dr. Deborah-Zita Somakoko – Breaking the Silence on Domestic Violence, FOUNDER Dr. Deborah-Zita Somakoko is a mother, advocate, public speaker, business owner, and God servant. Deborah Zita…
Find out more »Webinar: How to support women experiencing abuse
As support people, how will we recognize the signs of abuse when we see them? How can we respond in the best ways possible to increase women’s safety and allow women to make their own decisions? In this workshop, Karen will offer concrete, proven tools to be effective in supporting women experiencing abuse. Presented by: Karen McAndless-Davis Karen McAndless-Davis is an ordained pastor in the Presbyterian Church in Canada and a Registered Professional Counsellor. She has worked in the field…
Find out more »Unmute: The Impact of a Pandemic of Gender-Based Violence (ONLINE)
UNMUTE is a forum theatre piece that addresses the rise of domestic violence and gender-based assault during COVID-19. While a family’s life may seem normal from the other side of the screen, abuse is lurking behind closed doors. Immerse yourself in this important and timely piece that gives audience members the chance to rehearse scenarios for real life. Audiences will learn skills and resources for how they can make a difference. Click here to register
Find out more »Webinar: Working With Men Who Have Been Abusive
How do we walk with men who use abuse in their relationships? How do we apply a transformative justice model to domestic violence? In this webinar Magi will discuss accountability, the work required for men wanting to change, and how to offer support. Presented by: Magi Cooper Magi Cooper has been a dedicated advocate for domestic peace for over 30 years. Magi has co-facilitated Respectful Relationship programs for men incarcerated for spousal assault. She and her husband Bob Morrissey have…
Find out more »December 2020
Unmute: The Impact of a Pandemic on Gender-Based Violence (online)
UNMUTE is a forum theatre piece that addresses the rise of domestic violence and gender-based assault during COVID-19. While a family’s life may seem normal from the other side of the screen, abuse is lurking behind closed doors. Immerse yourself in this important and timely piece that gives audience members the chance to rehearse scenarios for real life. Audiences will learn skills and resources for how they can make a difference. Click here to register
Find out more »July 2021
Webinar with Scot McKnight On Creating Cultures that Resist Abuse and Promote Healing
This Summer, Safe Church Ministry of the Christian Reformed Church of North America is hosting a webinar with Dr Scott McKnight. Dr. Scot Mcknight is the author of The Jesus Creed, Blue Parakeet, numerous bible commentaries and most recently, The Church Called Tov. Scot is a professor and theologian, currently on faculty at Northern Seminary as the Chair of New Testament. In The Church Called Tov, Dr. Mcknight and Laura Barringer explore the concept of Tov (Hebrew word in scripture used for…
Find out more »November 2021
Behind Closed Doors: The Church and Domestic Abuse in Christian Homes – Webinar
November is Domestic Violence Awareness month; a time to raise awareness that domestic violence impacts millions of people. It's a problem across every gender, status, culture, religion and race - and it's one we all have a part in addressing. This November, MCC Manitoba will be hosting a two-part webinar series especially for faith leaders - to offer insight into domestic violence in Christian contexts and engagement with biblical texts that function to heal rather than harm. Behind Closed Doors: The Church and Domestic Abuse…
Find out more »Opening Closed Doors: The Bible, Pastoral Care, and the Challenges of Domestic Abuse – Webinar
As a result of the historical silence surrounding domestic abuse in Christian homes, pastors report feeling ill-equipped to respond effectively. This webinar explores life-giving readings of the Biblical text that can contribute to meaningful and positive pastoral engagement, opening doors to healing and hope. Presented by: Cameron McKenzie Cameron joined Fort Garry Evangelical Mennonite Church as lead pastor earlier this year, after 25 years teaching Old Testament at Providence University College. In addition to teaching, Cameron filled roles as dean…
Find out more »April 2022
Webinar: A guide for responding to congregational sexual harassment and abuse
On April 27th (CT) we are hosting a webinar to unpack one of our latest church resources, A Guide For Responding to Congregational Sexual Harassment and Abuse. This guide is a practical resource intended to help congregations respond to cases of sexual harm (not involving leaders or children). The guide is informed by the principles of survivor-centred care, recognizing that when the needs of those harmed are prioritized there is a greater likelihood for healing and restoration. While we…
Find out more »October 2022
Cultivating Sanctuary: A conversation on preventing and responding to sexual misconduct by church leaders
Offered in partnership w/ New Leaf Network Thursdays: September 8, 15, 22, 29 & October 6 2022 1:30 - 3pm ET or 7:30 - 9pm ET Course Website Disclosures of sexual misconduct and sexual abuse by church leaders, particularly in evangelical circles, are rising. Each new report makes it devastatingly clear that we, the body of Christ, have a problem we must confront and resolve in order to better protect members and respond well to sexual misconduct. When sexual misconduct…
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