“We have failed you”
Recognising where the Church has failed victims of domestic and family violence is the first step our churches must take in addressing this national problem. But it is not the only step.
How to find healing if you are a victim of abuse
Erica Hamence outlines some resources for healing if you are – or know – a victim or survivor of domestic and family violence.
Part 3: What can we do?
Erica Hamence presents 14 things your church can do to address domestic & family violence and to create a space for victims to approach you for help.
Part 2: The characteristics of spiritual abuse
Have you ever wondered what does spiritual abuse look like? Erica Hamence names some of the typical ways bible texts, doctrines and church life can be manipulated for violence.
Part 1: We all unwittingly partner in the violence
Erica Hamence explores five ways churches unwittingly partner in violence and calls us to be aware, teachable and ready to listen to those facing abuse.
Why we continue to look away
Being an 'active bystander': gender-based violence requires an active community response.
Reflecting on complementarianism and domestic violence
Common Grace's Domestic & Family Violence Justice Team member and Anglican Minister Erica Hamence reflects on complementarianism and domestic violence.
Budget 2017 and Domestic & Family Violence
Our DFV Justice team takes a look at Budget 2017 and reports on what it delivers for those experiencing the horror of domestic and family violence.
What does life-changing support look like?
Community Legal Services are not just helpful, they can be the life-changing support a woman needs to leave an abusive relationship.
Confronting the Hatred of Tamar
One of the most heart-breaking stories recorded in Scripture is the story of Tamar. Despite being the daughter of King David, Tamar is protected neither by her status nor her position.