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Retreats for Survivors of Clergy Sexual Abuse
2000
Associates in Education and Prevention in Pastoral
Practice,
PO Box 63, 44 Main Street, North Kingstown, RI 02852 401-295-0698 AEPPP@aol.com
Is Nothing Sacred? is the nationally acclaimed retreat for survivors
of clergy sexual abuse. Recognized by both survivors and religious leaders for
its effectiveness in healing, Is Nothing Sacred? is specifically designed
to address the spiritual, emotional and psychological devastation of clergy
sexual abuse.
The weekend features times for education and reflection, small and large
group activities and media presentations that help participants reframe their
experience. Shared meals and hospitality help develop healing community during
the weekend. Optional opportunities for religious and spiritual practice are
developed by participants. Particular attention is given to justice-making and
next steps along the healing journey.
Associates In Education and Prevention in Pastoral Practice is proud to be a
national provider of the Is Nothing Sacred? retreat. AEPPP is a
non-profit inter-religious healing ministry. Founded in 1991 AEPPP is trusted
resource for survivors dealing with the aftermath of professional misconduct.
- Is Nothing Sacred? A Retreat for Women
Survivors of Clergy Sexual Abuse
June 30-July2, 2000
Adelynrood Conference Center Byfield, MA Cost $295.00
Led by: Rev. Patricia L. Liberty.
The Adelynrood Conference and Retreat Center in Byfield, MA is located
near Newburyport, 30 miles north of Boston and 10 miles south of the New
Hampshire state line. Most rooms are single. The staff of Adelynrood are
committed to providing a safe and welcoming environment for this retreat.
To Register: Contact Associates In Education and Prevention in Pastoral
Practice PO Box 63, 44 Main Street North Kingstown, RI 02852 401-295-0698 AEPPP@aol.com
- Is Nothing Sacred? A Retreat for Couples
June 2-3, 2000
Kirkridge Retreat and Study Center 2495 Fox Gap Road Bangor, PA
Led by: Rev. Patricia L. Liberty and Dr. Bill Sapp
This retreat is designed for couples, with one person in the couple being a
survivor of clergy sexual abuse. Based on the content of the women's
retreat, this retreat provides pastoral care and reframing information to
couples. This new program is in direct response to requests form survivors
for additional support for couples.
To Register: Contact Kirkridge Retreat and Study Center, 2495 Fox Gap
Road, Bangor, PA 18013 610-588-1793
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Rev. Patricia L. Liberty is Executive Director of
AEPPP. She is an ordained United Church of Christ minister with 20 years
experience in parish and chaplaincy ministries and is a co-founder of
AEPPP. She has led the Is Nothing Sacred? Retreat since 1993. Ms. Liberty
was trained at the Center for the prevention of Sexual and domestic
violence in1991. Prior to her work with AEPP she served a local church
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Dr. Bill Sapp is an ordained Baptist minister and
marriage and family therapist. He is a fellow in the American Association
of Pastoral counselors and a clinical member and Approved Supervisor in
the Association of Marriage and Family Therapists. Dr. Sapp is currently
the director of a program composed of twenty-two counseling centers
located in the commonwealth of Kentucky. He received training at the
Center for the prevention of Sexual and domestic Violence in 1991 and has
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For Further Information, Contact :
Patricia Liberty: AEPPP@aol.com
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