As told by Shonquella, written by Lauren Rose Photography Credit: Michelle Nachnani Being born into abuse, my earliest memories consisted of the volatile relationship between my parents. As a child, I was caught in the crosshairs of one of their intense fights and...
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“Jessica” Breaks The Silence
Written by Lauren Rose, as told by "Jessica" When I first met Charles, I was coming off a very recent, very messy breakup with a college boyfriend who had been physically abusive to me during our two-year relationship. Charles was clearly very well educated (having...
Beautifully Broken… a Blog by Joy Forrest
God doesn’t stand off from a distance watching as we suffer; He enters the brokenness with us, and when He does, it is life-changing…..Today, my prayer for you is that you will choose to receive the peace He offers in the midst of suffering, and that you will know the beauty of finding Him in the face of great brokenness.
5 Ways Investing in CTPM Has Impacted My Life
Written anonymously by one of our superstar volunteers. She is heavily involved in both our Church Partnership and Advocacy programs, assisting us in ways that many are unaware of. Our impact has been very influenced by the expertise, gifts, and skills she offers...
CTPM Gave My Home Peace After Domestic Abuse
As told by "Natasha," with assistance in writing by Lauren Rose Dear Supporter of CTPM, Two years ago, I entered a CTPM support group and was assigned an advocate. These women have been supporting me in all areas of healing. As I have been processing the painful...
10 Things You Need to Know About Domestic Abuse in the Military
By River Grace Outlaw It happens…a lot. Domestic violence rates are substantially higher in military couples. Let me preface this story with my awareness that my story is just one experience out of many, and every story is different. I was a starstruck bride as we...