Abusers set up new churches, preach again about God’s love, receive official recognition from ‘the good people’, and host lavish meals to celebrate their own success. Victims try to rebuild their own life, in silence.

Secretary of War Hegseth’s appearance at Rededicate 250 conservative Christian rally in Washington reinforced the perception that a warrior-style, crusading Christianity is gaining influence in nationalist circles. But this neglects the broader biblical trajectory toward justice, mercy and reconciliation.

The way we deal with cases of abuse in our communities is not a minor issue: it is a profoundly spiritual, pastoral, ethical and also missionary matter. An essay outlining three models and four mistakes that churches often make.

150 practitioners and experts serving across Europe discussed topics such as strengthening younger generations, mental health and sexual abuse prevention. The Refugee Highway Partnership organises such gatherings every year.

The Evangelical Psychology Group (GPE) publishes a 22-page guide to safeguard the mental health of professionals and protect potential victims. They warn against the misuse of therapy to “preserve institutional reputations or accelerate ministerial restoration processes”.

Bullying, avoidance and narrative control are three mechanisms to consolidate and maintain power. They are the antithesis of the servant leadership to which Christ calls His people.

After launching Stop Abus to tackle sexual abuse in churches, the CNEF says a broader reflection is needed among evangelicals around the the concept of “authority”.

Colombian university lecturer Lina Fernanda Montoya has accompanied around 20 victims. In Madrid, she explained observable patterns when abuse occurs in evangelical churches.

A training day in Madrid on abuse in Christian contexts, with experts from GRACE, explored the challenges and opportunities for restoring victims, as well as creating an integrity-based and fair church culture.

GRACE visits Madrid at the invitation of the ‘Psalm 15 Table’ to offer training and meet with pastors, legal experts, politicians and the media.

In the trial at the Provincial Court of Madrid, the pastor is accused of having diverted funds collected by church members for private use without the congregation’s knowledge.

Not seeing is not the same as not knowing.

The third Interdenominational Forum in Spain addressed violence against women and children and the creation of safe churches. 15 speakers addressed the situation from many angles.