As told by Catherine, written by Lauren Rose Catherine connected with Priscilla, a Called to Peace Ministries advocate, to help a friend. But as she began talking with Priscilla, her own story spilled out. Physical abuse was heavy at the beginning of our marriage, but...
Survivor Stories
A Thank You Letter From A Survivor
Dear Donors, Last Christmas, we were abundantly blessed by Called to Peace Ministries (CTPM).We have received cards, letters, presents, gift cards, and checks every Christmas for the last six years. Though humbling, receiving support was normal because I was a career...
Part Two: “Christine’s” Church Did it Again! Twice, They Demonstrated Covenantal Christ-like Love to HER!
Part Two: as told by “Christine,” written by Lauren Rose Remember Part One: "Christine" whose church introduced her to love after abuse? In the first part of her previous story, she asked her pastoral care pastor, "How can someone understand covenant love when the...
The Generational Impacts of Domestic Abuse: “I equated love with abuse!”
As told by Elise; written and introduction by Lauren Rose Elsie grew up in a violent home. She has seen first-hand, the far-reaching impacts of domestic abuse on multiple generations. It doesn’t just affect one family, but it trickles into each subsequent generation’s...
“Katie” Discovers the Gift of Genuine “Healing” After Domestic Abuse
As told by “Katie,” written by Lauren Rose The year before my marriage, God brought me to a place of self-examination where I realized I wasn't as Christian as I thought. I surrendered my life fully to Christ, and my life changed tremendously. There is much more to my...
“Evelyn”: The Darkness began Dissipating as the Truth of God’s Word was Revealed
Told by “Eveyln,” written by Lauren Rose I escaped what I now understand was a 28-year abusive marriage to a man that my sister unknowingly introduced me to as a "really good guy." He was seven years older than me and owned the business he had started when he was 21....
A Tale of Two Survivors: Junia and “Hannah”
As told by Junia and "Hannah,” written by Lauren Rose Both Junia and "Hannah" found themselves in authoritarian organizations (Sovereign Grace Ministries “SGM” and Institute in Basic Life Principles “IBLP”) that used their desire to honor God as a tool to groom them...
“Chiral” Finds Peace and Purpose
Told by “Chiral,” written by Lauren Rose As a single mom of two toddlers, I thought my kids needed a dad, and I desired to be a stay-at-home mom. I believed God answered my prayers when I reconnected with my high school boyfriend when he returned from the Army, and we...
“Christine’s” Church Introduced Her to Love After Abuse
As told by "Christine," and written by Lauren Rose I separated from my husband three times because of the abuse, but I was blessed that God placed me in churches that rallied around my children and me at each of those times. This is still amazing to me, considering...
“Heather” Finds Peace and Freedom at the Women’s Retreat
As told by "Heather," edited by Lauren Rose I've been working with the advocates at Called to Peace Ministries (CTPM) for six months and have been so blessed by their help and support! The 2022 He Makes All Things Women's Retreat was my first retreat, and I was...
“Nora” and Her Three Children Find Grace and Assistance!
As told by "Nora" and written by Lauren Rose The Called to Peace Ministries (CTPM) Emergency Fund was exactly the help and support that my children and I needed at the exact moment we needed it. I will be forever grateful for how CTPM stepped into my life and lifted...
“Christy” overcame the heartache of domestic abuse through a CTPM Support Group
As told by "Christy," and written by Lauren Rose When I met my spouse in college, our relationship was intense and very physical, which I now know led to me overlooking many red flags. He was a charming, Type A personality with a strong work ethic; everyone respected...