To Silence The Voices of Victims - An Interview with Robert Peters

In a recent interview, GRACE’s Director of Institutional Response, Robert Peters, explains that superficial responses to abuse are a profound moral failure that does violence against the souls of survivors. He clarifies that clergy sexual abuse is not an "affair" due to the inherent power imbalance that takes away consent, and its damaging impact is made worse by the weaponization of Scripture.

Peters argues that a faithful, trauma-informed response requires church leaders to seek external, expert consultation and, when necessary, engage in a fully independent investigation. This process must center the survivor's voice and safety to catalyze a genuine movement toward a healthier culture.

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ArticlesZane HartTrauma-Informed, Responding Well