What We Do

The Spiritual Abuse Forum for Education is a regular meetup in Portland, Oregon for those who have left or are considering leaving high-demand religious groups, and for those with friends and loved ones who are members of such groups.

 

Our Mission

We are survivors of spiritual abuse, and gather to form a friendly, growing, gracious community as we walk a path of healing from our abuse.

SAFE offers Education, Support, and Community.

There is no cost, no demands, no expectation that attendees will speak of their abuse, and no commitment or signing up!

This group is led by survivors and educators experienced with spiritual abuse.

 

“The basis of our meetups is to facilitate healthy friendships with like-minded souls. The education we’ve gained has been tremendously helpful. The friendships, priceless.”

— SAFE Founder, Ken Garrett

 

Questions to Consider

  • Are you being coerced or bullied in a spiritual/religious group?

  • Are you hiding the “real you” from your group?

  • Has your group discouraged relationships with non-members?

  • Are you pressured to conceal wrong or illegal things that happen in your group?

  • Has the group failed to deliver on promises made to you when joined?

When you are pressured to give more than you want, to believe without questioning, to obey without thinking, and to conform without personal conviction and against conscience, you are being abused. SAFE meetups are for those who are in such groups, have left them, or simply desire more understanding. You are not alone!