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# To silence the voices of victims is to dehumanize them

 Posted by Robert J. Peters on  Sep 3, 2025

In an interview with Evangelical Focus, Robert explained why passive, superficial responses to abuse in churches have failed, and why faith leaders need outside consultation and, when necessary, a fully independent investigation.

[Read at Evangelical Focus](https://evangelicalfocus.com/life-tech/32351/robert-peters-lawyer-grace-to-silence-the-voices-of-victims-and-cover-up-their-pain-is-to-dehumanize-them-and-do-violence-against-their-souls)

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