"My people are destroyed for their lack of knowledge . . ." Hosea 4:6
Posted by Helen at 3/15/2008 12:21 PM and is filed under uncategorized 
Friend and fellow author, Linda Hiles has taken a quote from Ephesians and posted it not only in her book, "Arise, O Sleeper," but on her book site at www.lindahiles.com.
We relate to these powerful words below in our battle to spread the word of the deception of church leaders. Since publishing our book, many people have contacted us, and we've spoken to many unsuspecting future victims of clergy misconduct. Our book shows the pathway of how a pastor can turn his direction from one with Christ to a ministry of seduction, using the grooming process to do so.
Most people don't seem to fully understand how wrong it is for a pastor to even give a woman parishioner a wink, let alone talk to her using sexually suggestive language. Clergy members are supposed to be representatives of God--not trolling for a future mate or going after another man's mate or child while at church. People seem to be blinded by these false prophets who are truly not God's representatives and only out for their own gain--sexually and financially.
We ask others how they feel about these words as they relate to clergy sexual misconduct and abuse?
"Finally, be strong in the Lord and in his mighty power. Put on the full armor of God so that you can take your stand against the devil’s schemes. For our struggle is not against flesh and blood, but against the rulers, against the authorities, against the powers of this dark world and against the spiritual forces of evil in the heavenly realms. Therefore put on the full armor of God, so that when the day of evil comes, you may be able to stand your ground, and after you have done everything, to stand. Stand firm then, with the belt of truth buckled around your waist, with the breastplate of righteousness in place, and with your feet fitted with the readiness that comes from the gospel of peace. In addition to all this, take up the shield of faith, with which you can extinguish all the flaming arrows of the evil one. Take the helmet of salvation and the sword of the Spirit, which is the word of God. And pray in the Spirit on all occasions with all kinds of praying for all the saints."
We relate to these powerful words below in our battle to spread the word of the deception of church leaders. Since publishing our book, many people have contacted us, and we've spoken to many unsuspecting future victims of clergy misconduct. Our book shows the pathway of how a pastor can turn his direction from one with Christ to a ministry of seduction, using the grooming process to do so.
Most people don't seem to fully understand how wrong it is for a pastor to even give a woman parishioner a wink, let alone talk to her using sexually suggestive language. Clergy members are supposed to be representatives of God--not trolling for a future mate or going after another man's mate or child while at church. People seem to be blinded by these false prophets who are truly not God's representatives and only out for their own gain--sexually and financially.
We ask others how they feel about these words as they relate to clergy sexual misconduct and abuse?
"Finally, be strong in the Lord and in his mighty power. Put on the full armor of God so that you can take your stand against the devil’s schemes. For our struggle is not against flesh and blood, but against the rulers, against the authorities, against the powers of this dark world and against the spiritual forces of evil in the heavenly realms. Therefore put on the full armor of God, so that when the day of evil comes, you may be able to stand your ground, and after you have done everything, to stand. Stand firm then, with the belt of truth buckled around your waist, with the breastplate of righteousness in place, and with your feet fitted with the readiness that comes from the gospel of peace. In addition to all this, take up the shield of faith, with which you can extinguish all the flaming arrows of the evil one. Take the helmet of salvation and the sword of the Spirit, which is the word of God. And pray in the Spirit on all occasions with all kinds of praying for all the saints."
(Ephesians 6:10-18)
Helen and Curt
Helen and Curt
Thank you for granting me the favor of endorsing my book, “Arise, O Sleeper,” while upholding truth in your blog. I am deeply honored. You have given my heart a proud nod and I am so very thankful.
Yet, with such honor still comes much pain. It is very hard for me to maintain my smile when I know that many are being abused by the evil that lurks within the churches of our day. We have so many saints resting on the morals of man, when Jesus is their only source of true freedom.
I pray that while your book ministers to those that have been captured by such ruthlessness, it also reveals your heart that longs to rightly divide truth from a falsehood.
May your readers find their hope within the 403 pages of “Innocence Betrayed: A Dad’s Story of Clergy Misconduct.”
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Dear Linda,
Thank you so much for responding to our blog. Your book, "Arise, O Sleeper," is packed with wonderful passages and simple, yet heartfelt interpretations. It is a wonderful addition to any household.
Curt and I feel so strongly that by spreading the word of what is happening in our churches today that changes will and must take place. We all must combine our knowledge and experiences and demand that our legislators take a look at this issue and actually do something productive about it instead of sweeping it under the rug, as our church administrators do.
Many people still do not know that clergy misconduct and abuse continues today in churches of every denomination. It's a problem that our president should be outraged about and want to step in. Our governors should be jumping in and doing something as well. We all need to keep spreading the word until those in power make it illegal in all states for clergy to prey on their parishioners and that the statute of limitations for reporting is lifted.
Helen
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hello Curt,
I think the workbook is great. i was hoping that i could actually view a page. You are off to a great start. keep up the good work. Felecia from bally's.
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