The theme for this year’s Day of Prayer for Survivors of Abuse looks at the scourge of domestic abuse which causes pain and fear that prevent its victims from living the life Jesus came to bring.
On Tuesday 5th May at 12.05pm, Bishop Stephen Wright will lead Mass at St Andrew’s Church on Worswick Street and all are welcome to attend.
Support will be available for anyone who needs it.
The physical danger domestic abuse presents to life is clear. A woman is murdered by a partner or ex-partner every five days in the UK. Between three and 10 women die by suicide each week due to domestic abuse. Domestic Abuse effects men and women. Abusers can also perpetrate spiritual and coercive abuse, disrupting their victims’ relationships with God and the Church. This can lead victims – adults and children – to feel guilt and shame that push them away from the support that the Church has to offer.
At its best, the Church can – and should – be a safe haven where support is available for victims and survivors so that they can live life without fear and begin to experience the life in abundance Jesus came to bring.
This hope is what we pray for this year.
Advice & Support visit our Safeguarding page or telephone 0191 243 3305 / 07940 390210
If you are concerned about the welfare of a child or adult at risk, do not delay in contacting the police, if you believe there is immediate danger using 999.
