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Stories of Hope and Inspiration After Violence Response from a Criminal Justice Worker1: What are Drew’s greatest needs at this time in his life? Drew needs some calm encouragement and coping skills. 2: What might a local congregation offer to a man in Drew’s situation? A church could be a safe place for Drew to share his fears. 3: How could a minister in the local area where the Barley family resides make connections with them? A minister could make initial contact with Drew at the batterer intervention site. 4: As a pastor, how do you think a faith-based batterer intervention program might provide community ministry opportunities to local congregations? Congregations are often family-oriented, so a willing church could choose to focus on the parent-child sports aspect of the relationship in Drew’s situation. Natalie Sielaff |
