'Politicians cry out for the need for change and the importance of family values.  Our book is about protecting the family, and our hope is to make families safe from predators by crying out for change . . . '

- H.J. Wisocki & C.J. Szajnecki, authors of the newly released book, 'Innocence Betrayed: A Dad's Story of Clergy Misconduct' and new companion Workbook.

CONTACT: Helen Wisocki and Curt Szajnecki, Betrayedbyclergy@comcast.net

MEDIA ADVISORY, April 10,2008 - "We want to shine the light on the issue of misconduct, and our book hopes to protect not only the innocent children, but the entire family unit.  Our nation's beloved churches need to see important changes take place," stresses Szajnecki.

"People are aware of professional exploitation that may occur with teachers, coaches, therapists, doctors, etc., but the book educates and illustrates the need for transparency and accountability at the church level," adds Wisocki.

This is a story of a man running against precious time to save his family from an enemy who brilliantly conceals his dark heart while holding a respected position of authority.  After his wife is captured, the man worries that his daughters are next into the web of lies, deceit and perversion by their trusted pastor.  Time speeds on.  The deception unfolds.  He frantically searches for help.  But he finds more dens of betrayal and trickery, as the church administration minimizes the claims instead of offering help.  "The book is the perfect storm on why change in our nation's churches should be a top priority," says Szajnecki.

    "Only through our politicians and the involvement of our nation's citizens will transparency in our churches take place," states Wisocki.  "We must all do what we can to slash through the thickets of institutionalized indifference." 

The emergency Innocence Betrayed Workbook, for use by individuals or in group settings, aids in teaching how to read the "Signs" of the "Grooming Process" used by a predator authority figure to manipulate and gain access to a victim's inner thoughts and vulnerabilities.
    
    The website is an awareness center with information on where to go for guidance through the help groups, SNAP, Advocate Web, and The Hope of Survivors.  The Innocence Betrayed Workbook will help guide those in trauma or shock towards healing.
   
For more information about Innocence Betrayed: A Dad’s Story of Clergy Misconduct, visit www.innocencebetrayedbyclergy.com. To book an interview, email your request to betrayedbyclergy@comcast.net