LOGANVILLE (GA)
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When Kathryn R. Byrne, M.P.M., a Life Coach in Loganville, was developing a capstone project as a requirement for her Master of Pastoral Ministry (M.P.M.) from the University of Dallas, she had no idea it would become a published book, let alone an award-winning one. The 2012 Indie Excellence Awards have just released their winners and finalists, and Byrne’s book, Understanding the Abuse of Adults by Catholic Clergy and Religious, earned a Finalist rating in the “Psychology” category. This is the third time Byrne’s book has become an Award-Winning Finalist.
Last year, the same book was an Award-Winning Finalist with both the 2011 International Book Awards, and the USA Book News “Best Books of 2011” Awards. Each of these awards were given in the “Psychology / Mental Health” category.
So what’s so special about this book?
A lot is written about the abuse of children by clergy – and rightfully so! Children who endure sexual abuse at the hands of trusted clergy are deeply harmed, and can suffer for years as a result. But what about adults? Are they abused by clergy, too? Yes!
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