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thanks for posting a copy of the complaint.

i doubt NTM was quite that forthright with ANYBODY about what abuse had occurred - not with the parents, not with the authorities, not with the fellow missionaries, and certainly not with the $$ contributors.

So, unfortunately, sometimes it takes posting a copy of the complaint for all to see.

Meanwhile, at the NTM retreat in Camdenton, MO...

Now I know what has always bothered me about the word "historic" in this context.
Thank you so much.

A link from GRACE's Facebook page:

"Lawsuit Claims Evangelical Church Hid Abuse Claims"

So much in this article sounds familiar.

Including this quote:
The alleged abuse happened in Maryland and northern Virginia in the 1980s and 1990s.

After 20 or 30 years, long-silent victims begin to find their voices. They gain strength and rise up seeking justice. And yes, if their pleas for truth, humility and repentance fall on deaf ears, they may take the next step.

They may call a lawyer.

http://m.yahoo.com/w/legobpengine/news/ ... lang=en-US

Sort of hopin' they do.

and put another lightbulb here.
I can only have two.
But 3 would look nice.

Designer emoticons come in three's.
Never in just pairs.
And you may even find sparkles/ sequins/ swirls/ fake jewels/ feathers/ fans/ buttons/ bows

You probably have to pay more too.

Haven't been on for awhile because I forgot my pass word. But I have not forgotten you and the work you are doing. We can't give up. I am glad to see the law suits because that seems to be the only way they will listen.

Just attended the Penn State Conference on Child Sexual Abuse. I kept thinking if only missionary organizations would do something like this. They brought in people who have worked in the child abuse field for years. The President of Penn State attended the sessions. He said child abuse is evil made no comments to defend the cover up, but said Penn State wants to lead the way to stop abuse. It was a two day conference. I went as a representative of MK Safety Net. It was a new concept to many that MKs were abused, but many listened to my story of MK Safety Net. I came away with the feeling that now is the time to hold missions accountable. Those outside of religious circles realize how serious this is.

I believe one way we can show we mean business is work together from many missions to say we have had enough. MK Safety Net is planning a conference for abused MKs. If we could get over 200 MKs together to deal with abuse the world would notice even if the missions didn't. So I invite you to come it is in the Chicago area April 19 to 20. Boz is one of speakers. You can go to the web site www.mksafetynet.net for information and to register.