Urgent Care: Domestic Violence

Equip your leaders on how to respond and minister to those who have experienced--or are experiencing--domestic violence.Table of Contents:A Quick Guide for ActionKey points for caregiving ministry.Building Church LeadersDomestic Violence: An OverviewThreats to physical safety from within the household are, unfortunately, not rare. James D. Berkley When Words AbuseGreat damage can be inflicted by an abuser without any physical contact.Al MilesThe Role of Family and FriendsDomestic violence affects more people than the victim and the abuser.Ron ClarkThe Basics of Helping Battered WomenHere are some of the principle ways to respond if someone you love is abused.Corrie CutrerMinistering to the AbusedBattered women have physical, spiritual, and emotional needs the church can meet.Donald StewartCounseling the AbuserConfront those who commit violent crime against their spouses.Donald StewartCouples Who Fight PhysicallyLearn the ways to respond when a domestic dispute escalates beyond words.Da