Category Archives: Problems in Patriarchy

Guest Post by Susan Moore: Top 20 Very Best Things to Say to Someone Who is Struggling

Posted on July 11, 2015 by virginiaknowles

Dear friends, I’m thankful for the privilege of hosting this guest post by Susan Moore. As the mother of a large family myself, I’ve always loved her old blog, Joyful Mom of Many.  Now I’m delighted to present the most recent post … Continue reading →

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The Duggar Story: Thoughts and Links

Posted on May 25, 2015 by virginiaknowles

The Duggar Story: Thoughts and Links [Note: This was written even before Josh Duggar was implicated in the Ashley Madison scandal. I don’t have the emotional energy to even touch that right now, but enough has already been said by … Continue reading →

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My Essays on Abuse in Families and Churches

Posted on May 17, 2015 by virginiaknowles

Dear friends, I have been writing about abuse in families and churches for the past several years. It’s not exactly pleasant or easy, but I feel like it is making a difference. I want my words to be a bridge to … Continue reading →

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When Abuse Leads to Cynicism

Posted on March 22, 2015 by virginiaknowles

Dear friends, Do you know anyone whose faith has been turned upside down into cynicism because of hypocrisy or abuse within a church or a family? I do. I’ve lost count of those I know personally, and I have read about … Continue reading →

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Recognizing Pervasive, Poisonous Power in Marriage

Posted on March 4, 2015 by virginiaknowles

“There are two kinds of power. One kills the spirit. The other nourishes the spirit. The first is Power Over. The other is Personal Power. Power Over shows up as control and dominance. Personal Power shows up as mutuality and … Continue reading →

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The Bad Boy and the Angel

Posted on December 15, 2014 by virginiaknowles

While decorating for Christmas last week, I left this angel on the table. The next morning, I found her standing with my daughter’s Ken doll. Apparently she was planning for them to get married as soon as she could find … Continue reading →

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Let’s End Domestic Violence – Not Just the Awareness Month

Posted on October 31, 2014 by virginiaknowles

Dear friends,It’s October 31, and this month has been Domestic Violence Awareness month. The month might be ending, but unfortunately domestic violence has not. One quick look at the news will show you that.I’m not just thinking about physical violence … Continue reading →

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Domestic Violence Awareness Month with Leslie Vernick

Posted on October 25, 2014 by virginiaknowles

Dear friends,I have seen many articles by Leslie Vernick on the topic of destructive and/or dangerous marriages. I appreciate her work. I recently discovered this link to her month long series on domestic violence, with daily articles and videos. I … Continue reading →

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On Patriarchy, Scandal, Abuse… and Grace

Posted on April 22, 2014 by virginiaknowles

My 10 children and two not-picture-happy grandsons (and two more grandsons yet to be born) in an impromptu family photo on Easter 2014 Dear friends, My heart is very weary these days reading stories about scandal in churches, religious organizations, … Continue reading →

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