The Blog

On the Trees of Hope blog, you will find prevention advice, tips, stories of hope, and encouragement for survivors.

Lysa McMillan Lysa McMillan

HEARTS Wide Open—The Battle We Must Wage

As guardians, we must live with our eyes wide open. But there’s more needed. We must also live with our hearts wide open. Relationships are everything. Yet we live in a culture where many adults are more preoccupied with pursuing selfish gain and prioritizing self-care, only to watch children suffer from the lack of our presence

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Lysa McMillan Lysa McMillan

Eyes Wide Open —The Battle We Must Wage

Child sex trafficking is happening right here in our communities. At Trees of Hope, we’re fighting for healing, prevention, and protection. With eyes wide open and hearts rooted in Christ, we must stay alert, speak up, and protect every child. This is our battle—join us.

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Linda Hahn Linda Hahn

How Shame Affects the Survivor

Shame has a profound impact on survivors of sexual abuse. It can affect the mind, body, and soul. Shame is a profoundly isolating emotion that undermines self-worth. Trees of Hope provides actionable steps to break free from shame and foster personal transformation through grace, vulnerability, and community.

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Linda Hahn Linda Hahn

Tactics Groomers Use to Exploit Children

Groomers manipulate and exploit children in various ways. Parents must stay alert and maintain a healthy level of caution with the adults interacting with their children.

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Linda Hahn Linda Hahn

Sexual Abuse and the Church

Churches should be a sanctuary for those healing from trauma, yet survivors of sexual abuse often feel ignored or disbelieved when they bravely share their stories with leaders or counselors.

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