Finding Sanctuary Beyond the Sanctuary: Navigating Safety Concerns in Church Spaces

In the hushed whispers of countless souls, a poignant question echoes through the pews, reverberating off stained-glass windows and hallowed halls: "I love God, but I don’t feel safe around Christians or the church. What do I do?" It's a question draped in vulnerability, laden with the weight of unspoken struggles, and often steeped in shame. Yet, it's a question that countless individuals grapple with silently, a hidden epidemic within the fabric of faith communities.