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God's work never stops. Will you help?

Urgent Need: During the summer months, giving typically slows as the focus turns to time off and vacations. But family ministry doesn’t stop! We need your help to continue standing strong for life, marriage, and family. Will you become 1 of the supporters needed before 11:59 p.m. on August 31?

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God's work never stops. Will you help?

Give by August 31 to continue critical family ministry!

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Leila Sommerfeld

Leila Rae Sommerfeld’s greatest passion is helping hurting women heal from the aftermath of rape and other harrowing experiences. As a rape survivor, she leads recovery classes using her award-winning book, Beyond Our Control: Restructuring Your Life After Sexual Assault. Leila has also authored a novel and had articles published in numerous magazines. She volunteers as a life coach at the Salvation Army Family Services in Portland, Oregon, where she and her husband reside. The couple has three children, seven grandchildren and three great grandchildren.

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Finding Healing From Sexual Assault (Part 2 of 2)

Leila Sommerfeld and Kathleen Terrill openly share about the pain and devastation they’ve experienced as rape survivors, and offer hope to women who’ve been sexually assaulted as they discuss the healing and restoration they’ve found through the power of God’s love. (Part 2 of 2)

When Sexual Assault Affects Your Marriage

The aftermath of a wife’s sexual assault has profound effects on her marriage. Helping a husband understand how rape has affected his wife is critical to helping her recover.

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Finding Healing From Sexual Assault (Part 1 of 2)

Leila Sommerfeld and Kathleen Terrill openly share about the pain and devastation they’ve experienced as rape survivors, and offer hope to women who’ve been sexually assaulted as they discuss the healing and restoration they’ve found through the power of God’s love. (Part 1 of 2)