About MCC Here’s what women have said after attending the group: Mennonite Central Committee (MCC), a “This group helped me worldwide ministry of Anabaptist to understand that I churches, shares God’s love and wasn’t crazy, just compassion for all in the name of Christ abused.” by responding to basic human needs and working for peace and “In this group, you real- End Abuse justice. MCC envisions communities ize that you are not worldwide in right relationship with God, alone. A warm and safe environment helps you to open up and share your journey of hurts.”

“The group helps us to understand abuse, pampers us, and gives us confidence to be the women we’re meant to be.”

“Being in this group has literally saved my life ~ physically and spiritually.”

“I was free to go to the depth of pain and MCC is a global, non-profit organization grief because it was safe, and there was that strives to share God’s love and care provided.” compassion through relief, development and peacebuilding. “I appreciated the opportunity to be part of this group and highly recommend it to oth- In all our programs we are committed to ers. It was safe, comfortable and faith-full.” relationships with our local partners and churches -- their needs guide our priori- Relief, development and peace For additional information contact: ties. In the name of Christ Elsie Goerzen, End Abuse Program Through local programs, MCC British Coordinator Columbia (MCC BC) works to meet Mennonite Central Committee BC Email: [email protected] needs here at home. We also support 201-33933 Gladys Avenue MCC’s work in 65 countries around the Abbotsford, BC V2S 2E8 Phone: 604-845-0841 world by raising funds, mobilizing materi- Phone: 604-850-6639 National Website: www.mccbc.ca als, and providing international workers. Website: www.mccbc.ca Website: abuseresponseandprevention.ca End Abuse: Home Improvement: When Love Hurts: MCC BC’s End Abuse Program aims to Men in Relationship Women’s Support Group reduce cases of abuse in our communities MCC BC and WINGS Fellowship Ministries through workshops, support groups, and are pleased to offer a program of support training. for men who wish to learn healthier ways of When Love Hurts The MCC BC End Abuse Program sup- being in relationship. is a support group for women who have ports families impacted by abuse in rela- experienced abuse in intimate relationships. Core Beliefs and Values tionships in the following ways: Love is meant to be supportive.  Individual and group support for wom- Safety for women, men and children But what happens when you are hurt en experiencing abuse in their intimate Compassion and respect for all by the one you love? relationship. Equality of value, deservedness, This support group will help you understand  Support and accountability groups for your relationship in valuable new ways. Capacity, and worth men who want to learn healthier ways Drawing on your own wisdom and the of being in relationship. Relationship centered group wisdom of many women who  Training for professionals and support Belief that Change is Possible share your experience, group facilitators.  Education and raising awareness of When Love Hurts issues of abuse in churches. will help you find the answers you’ve been  Pastoral training on dynamics of abuse looking for in a safe, confidential in the home and the church. environment.  Liaison with community groups. When Love Hurts For more information Support and Accountability explores many difficult questions such as: about groups, contact: Home Improvement peer group meets 2.5 What’s wrong with my relationship? Why does my partner hurt me? hours weekly for 15-20 weeks. Small week- Is there something wrong with me? ly fee. Why do I stay in the relationship? Esie Goerzen, Eligibility What about my children? End Abuse Program Men who want healthy relationships, take Coordinator When Love Hurts responsibility for their behavior, desire will help you discover courage and wisdom change, are willing to work toward change, within yourself and give you hope for a and who believe that change is possible. brighter future.

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