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Father's Voice Needed, TOO!
Topic: Making Changes

With collusion in the family--and often in the church--it's the male voice that is so often missing. Even the "fighters" tend to run in flight, with either gender. Yet I've noticed it's the men more than the women.

We need the voices of both genders. Especially the fathers. It's always great to hear from fathers or spouses who have had the courage to stand up.

I thought you might be interested in a rather exceptional story. www.innocencebetrayedbyclergy.com

Check out our new workbook written to aid in recognizing the signs predators can use to attract an unsuspecting person that they intend to get close to. There is a "grooming"process that can easily go on for years. A predator subtly eases his way into the intended victim's life.

When more people know the signs to watch for, our hope is that more intended victims may not become victims at all.

Peggy Warren gratiously invited us to do an interview with her on www.kctu.com and we accepted her invitation with only 24 hours to prepare. So we weren't able to contact as many people as we would've liked to tune in. And we understand that some of you who did watch had some problems hearing clearly. Listed below is a link to Peggy Warren's website, where once there, you can see our interview listed under: Dec. 2007 Topic - Adult Abuse - Book - Innocence Betrayed

Keep in mind this is our first interview. But please post your thoughts on our BLOG.

Press Release November 13, 2007

Christian News Wire

'This Book is a Testament to what Can Happen to any Family when left Unprotected and Uninformed of what Clergy Misconduct is and what to do if it Rears its Ugly Head and Threatens an Innocent Victim…'

- Helen Wisocki & Curt Szajnecki, authors of the newly released book, 'Innocence Betrayed: A Dad's Story of Clergy Misconduct'

Contact: Helen Wisocki and Curt Szajnecki - betrayedbyclergy@comcast.net

MEDIA ADVISORY, Nov. 13 /Christian Newswire/ -- "Although there is little we can do about a clergyman's ability or desire to commit an act of misconduct or abuse, we can as a nation reduce their opportunity to do so by being aware of what's happening around us and sounding the alarm for others. Everything is important. Our number one priority is safety and security in all religious settings", warns Wisocki.

"As awareness builds", notes Mr. Szajnecki, "bridges are built. Share our book with just one other person, and the bridge begins. Building a church community that is aware of the possibility of clergy misconduct will equip congregants and church leadership to better deal with the issue."

The epidemic of school teachers that victimize children is always in the news because schools, for the most part, are public institutions. However, such is not the case with churches. "We've all seen it. Oftentimes, the church's first response is to deny and cover up an accusation. It's important to bring awareness to the public and congregants in order to protect every American family. We must always remain vigilant and exercise caution when entering a place of worship or a place where clergy have the opportunity to isolate a child or vulnerable adult," states Ms. Wisocki.

Szajnecki says "Our book thoroughly documents the events leading to the horrific and tragic destruction of a normal American family. But it doesn't stop there. It also clearly points to the fact that truth is paramount. Most importantly, this book offers awareness, hope & healing."

For more information about Innocence Betrayed: A Dad's Story of Clergy Misconduct, visit www.innocencebetrayedbyclergy.com. To book an interview with the authors, email your request to betrayedbyclergy@comcast.net

Read our first press release at the following link or on our website "Press Kit" page:

Christian News Wire Oct. 2007 Press Release

We are starting to get feedback from our readers, and the reviews are good! We're so glad to bring awareness to what can happen to unsuspecting people when they let their guard down. Spread the word!