Pamela D. Rice provides a riveting look at domestic violence in faith based community

The Sunday Morning Wife affords readers a view in domestic violence seldom seen; if ever in Christian Literature. It's frank...it's honest and through it all...steeped in faith that holds true to the Author's intended message. With Christ; all things are possible. It was such a satisfying feeling when her "Pimp in the Pulpit" husband...met his demise in the very fashion he was going to try and kill her in. I'm looking forward to purchasing and reading the Monday Night Mistress very soon!!!!

Thank you Pamela D.Rice for bringing a new face and voice to Christian Literature!!!! Bravo!!

Each year, an estimated 3.3 million children are exposed to violence by family members against their mothers or female caretakers. In a national survey of more than 2,000 American families, approximately 50% of the men who frequently assaulted their wives also frequently abused their children! Of children who witness their mothers being abused by their fathers, 40% suffer anxiety, 48% suffer depression, 53% act out with their parents and 60% act out with siblings. Just imagine the "silent" unreported incidents who are living in silent fear!

Statistics further indicate that victims of domestic violence are everywhere – even in your faith community. Because there is a need for outreach and education in faith communities, the faith family can be a critical resource for spiritual renewal and guidance.

The problem is communities of faith can inadvertently make the situation worse. Misguided attempts at counseling can, in some cases, endanger rather than help the victim. In addition, religious values may pressure the victim to keep the family together at all costs. Some batterers may even use scriptures and faith as a way to control their partner.

The bottom line is, love should never hurt. Domestic violence is never acceptable. It goes contrary to any religious teachings. Expecting a victim of domestic violence to simply pray about a situation and expect it to go away is ludacris. Encouraging a victim to keep the family together because it is what God would want is not scriptural or moral.

Communities of faith need to open their eyes and understand the important role that they play in the fight against domestic violence. Training programs and outreach can assist congregants who may be experiencing physical or psychological abuse.

Pamela D Rice is known for her stimulating and thought-provoking views, Pamela possesses a fervor for creatively giving a voice to victims who suffer in silence, afraid to speak for themselves. Inspired by everyday situations and social exchanges, Pamela has always enjoyed observing people and dissecting their interactions; this hobby became her muse. It is her desire to become a literary vessel that brings light to the social ill of domestic violence and its reach beyond all racial, cultural and socio-economic class.  Through inspirational prose, she is destined to heal the human soul.

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