Sexual violence is a devastating reality that leaves deep emotional, physical, and spiritual wounds. Too often, survivors find themselves isolated and silenced, especially within religious communities. Reclaiming Faith, Healing Trauma, and Seeking Justice explores how theology can both confront and transform this silence, offering pathways to healing, justice, and redemption. Rooted in feminist, womanist, and liberation theology, this book challenges the patriarchal structures that have long perpetuated cycles of violence and oppression. It reimagines how faith communities can center the voices of survivors, develop rituals of healing, and advocate for systemic justice. By drawing on the wisdom of diverse traditions—from Christian theodicy and Indigenous healing practices to modern feminist critiques—the book provides a comprehensive framework for addressing the trauma of sexual violence within religious contexts. For religious leaders, scholars, and survivors alike, this book offers powerful theological insights, case studies of faith-based survivor support programs, and practical steps toward creating communities of compassion, justice, and empowerment. Whether you are navigating your own journey of healing or seeking to transform your faith community into a space of refuge and justice, this book is an essential guide to the intersection of faith, trauma, and restoration.
