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When a Leader Falls: What Happens to Everyone Else?

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This book was so interesting, informative, helpful....anyone who has experienced a fallen leader, whether in church, work, personally, whatever, should read this book. Our leaders are not infallible, should be held accountable, but should be loved in the process. Excellent book for someone hurting from being betrayed by a leader. Would be a good "group" book to read as well.

This is an excellent book for those who are seeking an introductory overview of the problem of clergy sexual misconduct. It uses case studies to demonstrate the underlying weaknesses and intentions of the pastor involved; the vulnerabilities of the victim; feelings of betrayal, possible scapegoating, grief and trauma of all those in the congregation; the questions they demand answers to; and their subsequent questioning and re-examination of all other pastors within in their church.

It is an excellent building block from which those affected by this common, damaging problem can progress to more detailed information and insights. A brilliant primer, highly recommended to all!