Domestic Abuse Is More than Just a Private Struggle - It's a Community Calling.
Black women in our churches are suffering silently. You can help change that.
As Christian leaders, we're called to protect and restore. This is your invitation to begin building safer, more compassionate communities.
Now is the time to listen deeply, respond faithfully, and lead with purpose. Are you ready?
BREAK THE CYCLES - BRING HEALING
Creating Safer Churches
Domestic Abuse in Black Communities
Tuesday, August 19th at 10 AM PT | 1 PM ET
Dr. Carlos Jermaine Richard and Dr. Cliff Chappell will share their expertise
Are You a Leader in a Black or Multicultural Church?
This is a powerful opportunity to deepen your understanding of the unique challenges Black communities face regarding domestic abuse - and how your church can be part of the healing.
Discover how to leverage the cultural strengths of your community to create lasting, meaningful change.
Save my spot!August 19th at 10 AM PT | 1 PM ET
Let's Create Safer Churches!
Now is the time to break generational cycles of abuse
WEBINAR: Creating Safer Black Communities
Tuesday, August 19th from 10 - 11:30 AM PT (1-2:30 PM ET)
for a necessary conversation for the Church and a vital step toward healing
The Black church has long been a cornerstone of hope, faith, and justice - yet for far too many Black women it has not been a safe place to turn in the face of intimate partner violence. Now is the time for change.
Join us for a powerful webinar designed specifically for Christian leaders who are ready to take the next step in creating safer, more culturally competent responses to domestic violence within Black communities.
You'll be equipped and inspired by two highly respected leaders in the field of domestic violence prevention and healing:
Dr. Carlos Jermaine Richard
Author of Intimate Personal Violence in the Black Church, pastor, and advocate bridging the gap between awareness and practical policy.
Speaking on:
Intimate Partner Violence in the Black Church - Understanding the dynamics of abuse within the Black family and church context - including a brief overview of what constitutes domestic abuse
Helping Black Women: Breaking the generational cycle of abuse with culturally relevant care and truth
Dr. Cliff Chappell
Founder and Director of Man-Up, a community outreach program addressing domestic, sexual, and gang violence by healing the “Soul Trauma” of men and women
Speaking on:
Behind the Pulpit as a Change Agent: How pastors can dismantle silence and shame from the pulpit
Helping Black Men: Breaking the generational cycle of abuse and responding to cultural obstacles
This is a conversation we can no longer afford to avoid.
Together, let's create safer Black communities.
Register today. Take the first step toward lasting change.
Registration Bonuses
There is an URGENT NEED for the Church to Take Action
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High Prevalence of Intimate Partner Violence: Approximately 45.1% of Black women have experienced intimate partner physical violence, sexual violence, and/or stalking in their lifetimes.*
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Disproportionate Homicide Rates Among Black women: Black women are four times more likely than white women to be fatally shot by an intimate partner. This risk increases for younger Black women aged 18 to 34, who are seven times more likely to be killed by an intimate partner compared to their white counterparts.**
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Long-Term Effects on Children: Childhood Domestic Violence (CDV) is a largely unrecognized adverse childhood experience (ACE) that disproportionately impacts Black communities. Children exposed to domestic violence are more likely to face educational and economic challenges later in life.***
These numbers are not just statistics—they represent lives, families, and futures within our congregations. The Church has a vital role to play in breaking these cycles of harm. Join us and take the first step toward building safer, more supportive communities for Black women, men, and families.
Register Today!
Meet the Speakers and Cohosts
Dr. Carlos Jermaine Richard
Pastor of Tabernacle of the Congregation Ministries (TOTC) in Portland, Oregon and the Assistant Pastor at New Life Church of God in Christ in Portland, Oregon.
He has a Master of Arts in Biblical and Theological Studies from Warner Pacific University, an earned Master of Divinity, and an earned Doctor of Ministry from George Fox University Portland Seminary. Dr. Richard’s Doctoral Dissertation focused on “Intimate Personal Violence in the Black Church: Bridging the Gap Between Awareness and Policy Development”. Dr. Richard was honored to receive the Distinguished Dissertation Award for outstanding dissertation.
Dr. Cliff Chappell
Pastor of the St. Johns All Nations Church of God in Christ in Portland, Oregon, a multi-Cultural/Multi-Ethnic Church.
Master of Divinity Degree and a Doctor of Ministry Degree in Cross-Cultural Engagement from Multnomah Biblical Seminary. He is the Founder and Director of Man-Up, a community outreach program that addresses domestic, sexual and gang violence by healing the “Soul Trauma” in men and women. He has been the opening Keynote speaker at the Oregon Coalition Against Domestic and Sexual Violence Annual conference; and recently received their distinguished Midori Hamilton Award for Leadership,
Co-Host: Diane Schnickels
Founder & Executive Director of Living Waters of Hope - Diane is a Certified Domestic Abuse Advocate and a Certified Counselor. Helping women embrace their worth and value through God’s Word is her passion.
She authored the Oasis Bible Study, written specifically for women impacted by domestic abuse. The online support classes using this 3-book recovery series have been restoring hope and dignity to women around the country for the past eleven years.
Co-Host: Kecia M. Willis
A native Ohioan, devoted mother, survivor, and trauma-informed facilitator - Kecia has a deep passion for healing and restoration. She serves as Executive and Program Assistant at Living Waters of Hope and is currently pursuing a degree in Social Work and Family Counseling at Indiana Wesleyan University. As Founder of Safe Haven Heritage, Inc., Kecia advocates for women and families impacted by trauma. A former marital abuse survivor, she walks closely with God and others as an Oasis Bible Study alumna and facilitator. Her vision includes opening a safe house for women and children.
This free 90-minute event will offer both theological insight and practical tools to equip churches to:
✅Recognize abuse in Black families and congregations
✅Support Black women with compassion and competence
✅Challenge and transform generational patterns
✅Speak boldly from the pulpit with culturally relevant awareness
Register Today!