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Pope Francis talks about Domestic Violence
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Pope Francis served as the leader of the Catholic Church from March 2013 until his death in April 2025. He spoke strongly against domestic violence and for women’s rights.
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When You Must Choose Between a Bad Decision and a Worse Decision
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We hear over and over again, in both church and secular society, that divorce is bad. For women waking up to the abuse in their marriages, these messages can be excruciating. Divorce is bad but abuse is bad so what option is left to her?
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Self-Care is Crucial for Women in Abuse
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In recovering from abuse, I had to learn how to identify my own needs, how to meet those needs for myself, and how to express those needs to others when necessary.
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The Well (a poem)
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A poem about a young woman who constantly pours into others in her life, without pouring into herself.
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Abuse in the Bible: Sarah & Hagar
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One of the Bible stories that shows a clear picture of abuse is the story of Abraham, Sarah and Hagar. Hagar is the handmaid who is treated badly by her master and mistress.
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Abuse in the Bible: Let’s Take a New Look at Old Stories
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Numerous stories in the Bible present a picture of God allowing a victim to leave an abuser and of God himself rescuing victims from their abusers.
helping Catholic women in abusive relationships grow in freedom and faith
Welcome.
Whether you are looking for resources for yourself or a friend, we are here to help. Divorce, annulment and abuse are not topics frequently addressed by priests and parishioners in the Catholic church. This can leave many women feeling confused, alone, and helpless. We want to have those difficult conversation about what abuse looks like, how to find help in an abusive relationship, how to heal after leaving a bad relationship, what divorce and annulment look like, and more.
