The Religious Community Is Speaking Out Against Sexual Violence With #ChurchToo

At a friend’s youth group, in response to a talk on purity and modesty, l went with tears in my eyes to a female volunteer. l shared that l had been raped and felt shame about not being pure. She responded by asking if l had repented of my role in what happened. #churchtoo

— Shannon Dingle, M.A.Ed. (@ShannonDingle) November 21, 2017

Following the #churchtoo hash with interest. Many #metoo stories at the hands of the church. And me? I was made to sign a purity contract at age 11. And witnessed a man confess from the pulpit having sex w/a child. Praised for his bravery. No further action.

— ⚡️ Elizabeth Halford (@thebrandshe) November 21, 2017

Let’s not forget to call out the people who didn’t believe us when we told them our stories, the pastors, parents, teachers, who left us hurting & alone. You are responsible too. #churchtoo

— Casey 🐢 (@ccurrin93) November 21, 2017

The church/purity culture is the reason why I didn't know a guy at my Christian college had harassed and assaulted me until years after it happened. None of my college friends know because I'm afraid of retaliation and judgement. #churchtoo

— Charlotte. (@charlotteirene8) November 21, 2017