NAASCA ORG
NAASCA ORG
Stop Child Abuse Now (SCAN) - 2981
Stop Child Abuse Now (SCAN) - 2981
Stop Child Abuse Now (SCAN) - 2981
Tuesday 9th August 2022
Steve McEvoy shares his story of surviving clergy abuse, highlighting the importance of body safety education and finding hope through connection.
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Get the buttons here!Steve McEvoy: Breaking Free from Clergy Abuse and Embracing Recovery
So you know, this is, you know, his night and his story. You know, when I put my story out there, I could not believe how many close family relationships of people that grew up around our family had been abused by the church, I know.
Imagine facing a predator who was supposed to be a spiritual guide. That's the harrowing reality Steve McEvoy endured when he was abused by a summer school teacher, who was also a deacon, between 5th and 6th grade. In this gripping episode of 'Stop Child Abuse Now', Steve opens up about his painful journey. The abuse left him feeling trapped and voiceless, as he had been taught that clergy members were almost divine.
As a coping mechanism, Steve turned to alcohol, which led to years of struggle with addiction. His first taste of sobriety came in his early 20s, lasting 15 years before life threw him another curveball in 2018. Seeing his abuser on the evening news triggered a breakdown that took his family by surprise. Steve's story is not just about the trauma he endured but also about his resilience and the steps he took towards healing.
He emphasizes the critical need for body safety education for children, believing that if he had known more about pedophilia, he might have recognized the abuse earlier and spoken out. This episode sheds light on the immense challenges survivors face, especially when their abusers hold positions of power. Yet, it also offers hope by showing how connecting with other survivors and sharing one's story can be a powerful path to recovery.
Tune in to hear Steve's courageous account and learn why open conversations about body safety are essential.