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Considering Jesus' teachings on care for the vulnerable, as well as his ministry of healing, the church he founded should be a refuge for survivors of sexual violence and abuse. [...]

The Mary of my girlhood was modest in every way. She didn't take up much space or make much noise. Everything about her demeanor proclaimed sexual restraint--except, of course, that [...]

In the article "Transcending trauma," theologian Julia Feder explores the potential for healing from sexual trauma through Christian theology. She criticizes certain Christian views on suffering that can be damaging to survivors, emphasizing that violence is wholly evil and not part of God's design. Feder argues for a theology of healing that focuses on God's work of healing and wholeness for individuals and communities. She also discusses the widespread prevalence of sexual violence in society and the church, the demographics at higher risk, and the broader impact of trauma on communities. Feder believes that healing from sexual trauma requires a theological approach that acknowledges the spiritual dimension of healing and offers eschatological hope. She hopes that readers will come away with the understanding that God desires healing for all and that experiences of suffering are not the final word. [Extracted from the article]