Abuse is not just about hitting or killing, it is about words that hurt and control. Itis about power, threats, financial control, social alienation and so much more. Often physical abuse is a last resort when the other forms of control no longer work. All too often issues don't become real until they become personal. Cancer becomes relevant only when you know a cancer victim, rape seems real only when you know someone close who has experienced the tragedy.
Domestic violence is equally tragic.
Please take time to educate yourself. Take time to understand this cancer in our society, in our church, in our community. With No Immediate Cause by Ntozake Shange With no immediate cause Every 3 minutes a woman is beaten every 5 minutes a woman is raped every 10 minutes a little girl is molested. There is some concern that alleged battered women might start to murder their husbands and lovers with no immediate cause.