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Celebrating 10 years of Restored

Today, 7th July, we’re celebrating our 10th birthday. In celebration, we’ve just launched our latest campaign, #ChangingTheStory. It’s been…

What does the Domestic Abuse Bill mean for women?

Domestic abuse is a reality in households of every social strata and even faith groups. Two women…

Why doesn’t she leave? – Christine’s Story

I’d run out of ideas. I had tried everything I could think of to fix my marriage.

What does the Bible say about violence in relationships?

It is crucial that two people feel safe within a relationship. I’ve recently gotten into ‘Married At…

Untwisting the truth: what the Bible actually says about abuse

In this guest blog, Helen Paynter addresses how abusers twist Bible passages to excuse or support their…

Two great commands: a reflection for Holy Week

An Easter reflection on the cross. We’re called to action without selfishness; to giving without seeking anything…

Working from home and domestic abuse

We are living in unprecedented times with the rapid spread of Coronavirus and governments around the world…

The different faces of evil: responding to abusers in the news

In the last week, two stories of sexual abuse have been highlighted in the media: Harvey Weinstein,…

​Mood manipulation as a method of coercive control

Mood Manipulation as a Method of Coercive Control Emotional manipulators can also maintain control through their moods…

Child (teenager) to parent abuse

Recently, BBC online reported on a very taboo and rarely discussed topic of parental abuse by the…

Jesus didn’t die for marriage

Over the years many women have spoken to me about their abusive husband and how they have…

Domestic abuse stats and bill

Violence Against Women in the News in the UK This week has seen a flurry of news…