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Title: Understanding Clergy Misconduct in Religious Systems: Scapegoating, Family Secrets, and the Abuse of Power by Candace Reed Benyei ISBN: 0-7890-0452-6 Publisher: Haworth (T) Pub. Date: August, 1998 Format: Paperback Volumes: 1 List Price(USD): $19.95

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Average Customer Rating: 4.67 (3 reviews)

Rating: 4
Summary: Balanced and Fair
Comment: Using systems theory Dr. Benyei presents a balanced and fair approach to clergy misconduct. She astutely outlines the power dynamics in a church and the difficulty a lay person will have when bringing a complaint against a minister. She challenges us to give up our idealization of ministers and see them as the flawed human beings they are. This will not only help prevent abuse and hold ministers accountable but will also free ministers to be more genuine and receive the help and support they may need. In her final chapter she presents specific proposals to reform our churches and promote safer communities. I wholeheartedly recommend this book to anyone concerned with building better, healthier church communities.

Rating: 5
Summary: An excellent book on a difficult topic
Comment: This book has many strengths, the greatest of which is its application of family systems theory to religious congregations. Benyei, a psychotherapist who specializes in congregational dispute resolution, explains systems theory in down-to-earth terms and makes its relevance clear at every turn. Her discussions of the role of transference (clergy as representative of God and parents) and the human needs of clergy are insightful. The case history she presents of a (real but disguised) troubled church is especially interesting, and the practical recommendations and glossary at the end make this an unusually valuable book on a difficult topic.

Rating: 5
Summary: Very Insightful
Comment: This book divides the subject of clergy misconduct into smaller, understandable subjects. Most of the chapters describe the problems and it's long lasting effect on churches and victims. The last chapter is right on target and gives some powerful ideas that can help congregations work through unhealthy patterns that evolve from the secrets and distress caused by clergy misconduct. Understanding this complicated and intricate subject are the first steps in restoring a sense of health to a congregation. Very insightful.

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