While stories of sexual abuse by priests or others in authority make
headlines, many instances of abusive behavior in the church occur unnoticed. In
their new book, Church as a Safe Place, authors Peter R. Holmes and
Susan B. Williams deal with the issue of abuse in the church, and when places
that should look like God’s kingdom turn out to be the same as the rest of the
world. New Man presents a Q&A with the authors that looks at how
men as church leaders can make the church a safe place.
New Man: When we hear the word “abuse,” most of us
immediately think of physical or sexual abuse. What are some other forms of
abuse you have identified in the church?
Holmes: As a background and resource to Church as a
Safe Place, we have drawn upon the ... Read More
You Don’t Have to Be a Chip Off the Old Block
By James J. Holden
Recently, I was going through our family album. As I did, I noticed a lot
of pictures of me and my dad. If he had a rake, I had a toy rake. If he had a
wheelbarrow, so did I. I always wanted to be near him. I thought he did no
wrong. He was my dad and I wanted to be just like him.
Most young children want to be with their daddy. Any amount of attention he
gives them is like a pot of gold. That’s how ...Read More
Creativity in the Bedroom
By Doug Weiss
Question: I would like to try new sexual experiences with
my wife but am afraid to ask her. Is any form of sexual activity OK inside
marriage?
Answer: Your question is a very common one. Men ...Read More
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Back to Basics
Great, simple article. It's amazing how readily I am willing to give a “No” to those I have authority over, such as my child, a pet, a coworker, etc.—not out of malice, but b/c I know that it will benefit them in the long run and b/c I am in a position to …Read More
New Man Trivia (Be a man; don't look it up!)
1) What river runs through Baghdad?
2) Which of the following animals were the Israelites forbidden to eat it in the Old Testament?
3) Who was the first player drafted in the first NFL draft in 1936?
