Faith
Church Must Confront Abuse Within Its Ranks
Faith Facts
- The Makin Review examined the Church of England’s handling of abuse by John Smyth, exposing deep failures.
- Victims described traumatic experiences and courageously shared how their suffering began under the guise of discipleship.
- The documentary reveals how Smyth’s actions extended beyond England, resulting in tragedy and further heartbreak.
The recent Channel 4 documentary, See No Evil, provides a sobering reminder for the Church to address abuse with unwavering honesty. These accounts compel believers to uphold justice, compassion, and the protection of all God’s children.
Survivors like Andy Morse and Mark Stibbe show remarkable strength in sharing their stories, reminding us of the heavy responsibility to safeguard the vulnerable among us.
“The Christian gospel is justice or it is nothing.”
Church leaders and families must seek truth and healing, holding each other accountable in the light of Christ’s teaching.
Let us remain vigilant, prayerful, and resolute in defending the dignity and safety of every individual, trusting God’s unfailing justice.