Oldham church aims to end domestic violence

From Kentucky-

If he had to guess, St. James' Episcopal Church Rector Jim Trimble would say his congregation has never formally addressed the issue of sexual assault and domestic violence in the church's 156-year history.

"It's one of those that people don't like to talk about," he said, adding "Oldham County … isn't one that you would think about as having an issue with domestic violence."

But, he said, the violence happens everywhere, and the Pewee Valley church is moving toward forming a ministry designated to preventing or aiding victims of domestic violence.

Right now, the church is participating in a sermon series on the topic. A public forum, Trimble hopes, will encourage conversation, and the church has formed a partnership with The Center For Women and Families.
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