Responding in Faith to Abuse Seminar – The first part of the day will discuss abuse in all its forms, the effects of abuse on a survivor and how trauma affects a survivor’s thoughts and actions and some of the many reason a person will stay in an abusive relationship. The second half of the day discusses solutions – how you individually can help someone you think might be in an unhealthy relationship  and how to work with fellow church and community members to address the abuse. Speaker Michelle Markgraf presents this highly interactive seminar, partnering locally with Anna Marie’s Alliance, a St. Cloud based organization that provides shelter and resources to victims of abuse. Open to the public. Lunch will be provided, funded by a Thrivent Action Team. For more information please contact  secretary@petralutheran.com This will be held on Saturday, September 18th from 8:30am to 3:00pm at Petra Lutheran Church in Sauk Rapids.