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Publishers Weekly starred review The #MeToo movement has revealed sexual abuse and assault in every sphere of society, including the church. But victims are routinely ignored by fellow Christians who deny their accounts and fail to bring accountability to the perpetrators. All too often, churches have been complicit in protecting abusers, reinforcing patriarchal power dynamics, and creating cultures of secrecy, shame, and silence. Pastor and survivor Ruth Everhart shines a light on the prevalence of sexual abuse and misconduct within faith communities. She candidly discloses stories of how she and others have experienced assault in church settings, highlighting the damage done to individuals, families, and communities. Everhart offers hope to survivors as she declares that God is present with the violated and stands in solidarity with victims.
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Ruth Everhart is an author, speaker, and Presbyterian pastor. Her writing explores how religious beliefs shape the way we think about the lives of women. She is the author of three books: THE #MeToo RECKONING: Facing the Church's Complicity in Sexual Abuse and Misconduct (available January 2020) , the memoir RUINED (which was awarded "Book of the Year 2017" from Christianity Today Women) , and CHASING THE DIVINE IN THE HOLY LAND. She has also written for publications such as The Christian Century, Sojourners, and The Washington Post. You can find these articles, or contact her, at www.rutheverhart.com.
