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A new emphasis of the Justice Commission to involve congregations across the state in combating Domestic Violence
Combating Domestic Violence
The Justice Commission has adopted an additional emphasis of combating domestic violence partnering with the Colorado Coalition Against Domestic Violence and FAITH (Fighting Abuse In The Home). The task force of the Justice Commission developing the program consists of Rev. Dawn Duval (AME), Rev Jann Halloran (UU), Dr. Anne Allen (ABC) and Rev Alberta Rogers (CME.)
A faith community Domestic Violence Summit will be held March 10, 2010. The purposes will be to:
1) Raise awareness
2) Educate pastors on how to respond
3) Recruit members for a advisory task force to implement programs within congregations across the state.
The following announcement has gone out to the Colorado shelters through the CCADV newsletter. This is just the first effort. We hope to also partner with the state in developing additional programs that will empower Colorado congregations to combat this violence.
Network of churches seeks to donate goods to DV programs across the state
Could your shelter use an ongoing supply of toiletries? Do you need additional linens or paper products? The Colorado Council of Churches, a statewide network, is interested in partnering their member churches with DV programs in order to provide material donations. Particularly in these economic times, the Colorado Council of Churches wants to help defray some of the costs DV programs incur in their work to end domestic violence.
Living in unity, working for justice is the mission of twelve member denominations as they come together as the Colorado Council of Churches. Over the last several months, CCADV has been assisting the Council’s Justice Committee as they work on a statewide model for church communities to address domestic violence. Currently the Council’s priority is supporting the work being done by community DV programs. Reverend James Ryan states “We’d like our network of churches to provide items such as toiletries, food, or linens on an ongoing basis to local shelters in support of their important work to help families in crisis.”
If your program is interested in exploring the possibility of collaborating with a local church, you can learn more about the Colorado Council of Churches through their website: http://www.cochurches.org/. Reverend James Ryan can help make these connections, so if your program is interested in participating, or if you have any questions about a potential partnership, please e-mail Reverend Ryan
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BULLETIN INSERT
You are encouraged to use the following bulletin insert with your congregation:
“Love is patient, love is kind. It does not envy, it does not boast, it is not proud” 1 Cor. 13:4 Love never hits, belittles or makes you feel afraid. What is domestic violence?Domestic violence is a pattern of escalating behavior by which an abuser controls a survivor of abuse. It often starts with name calling or shoving but gets worse over time. Domestic violence includes emotional, spiritual, physical, sexual and financial abuse or attacks on property or pets. How prevalent is domestic violence?· 1 in 4 women will experience domestic violence in her lifetime.· 1 in 4 adolescents reports verbal, physical, emotional or sexual abuse from a dating partner each year.· Almost half of all murdered women in Colorado are killed by a current or former partner. Where does domestic violence happen?Domestic violence happens every hour, in every part of society and involves people of every age, race, gender and socio-economic status. What can I do to help someone who is being abused?Tell the friend or loved one that you are concerned for his or her safety and you want to help. Find out about local help resources and share the information with the survivor. Be non-judgmental. Respect the decisions of your friend or loved one. What if I am being abused?
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shame, muscle tension, guilt, headaches, helplessness, exhaustion, physical injuries, the nameless feeling of "I'm going crazy." You are a survivor. God intends for you to be safe, happy, and healthy. Please call the National Domestic Violence Hotline at 800.799.SAFE.
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You are a survivor. Perhaps you have endured soreness, fear, bruising,
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