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Takes an incisive look at why sexual misconduct occurs in religious systems and tells how to implement proactive strategies for change. Using the family as a model for the congregation, chapters enriched with metaphoric myths instead of technical jargon reveal the psychodynamics behind family secret

Other books have been written about clergy misconduct and its effects on congregations. Some are by victims. Others are written by professionals for a professional audience. Until now, however, there hasn't been a book for the congregational leaders who must deal with the fallout of clergy misconduct. Both the afterpastors--the interim or settled pastors who follow misconducting pastors--and lay leaders need guidance about how to assess and ef...

In Understanding Clergy Misconduct in Religious Systems, readers will take an incisive look at why sexual misconduct occurs in religious systems and learn how to implement proactive strategies for holistic change. Applicable to both Jewish and Christian communities, this illuminating exploration takes a look at the psychology behind scapegoating, why it is perpetuated, and how communities and congregations can quell the damaging tradition of s...