Shebu sat down to chat with Mel. Mel shared her very challenging life story, particularly about a particular season in her life.
Just a heads up, this episode discusses Adultery, Drug Addiction and Domestic Violence.
If you have or know someone who has been impacted by this, please check out the following resources from a Christian worldview:
https://families.org.au/?s=domestic+violence
If you or someone you know is impacted by family violence, you can call 1800 RESPECT on 1800 737 732 (24 hours), the national counselling service, for specialist support and advice.
If you are in immediate danger, call the Police on 000.
Other Resources:
Crisis support lines
1800 RESPECT or 1800 737 732
24 hour/7 days a week, confidential counselling, support and safety planning by trained counsellors for people impacted by sexual, domestic and family violence.
Phone: 1800 737 732
Website: 1800respect
The Orange Door
The Orange Door is a free service for adults, children and young people who are experiencing or have experienced family violence. The Orange Door has multiple locations; visit their website to find the right centre for you.
Phone: 1800 271 150
Email: oema@orangedoor.vic.gov.au
Website: The Orange Door
Walk in: 4-16 Devon Street, Croydon (corner of Pierson Drive and Railway Grove)
Child Protection Crisis Line
If you are concerned about the immediate safety of a child within their family, call the 24-hour Child Protection Crisis Line.
Phone: 13 12 78
Website: Child Protection Crisis Line
Want to know more about CGCC? Just head to our website: https://www.cgcc.org.au/
You can check out our sermon series on the 10 Commandments here: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLeXxTStQ7a-BMaQt8g8uyHdbgIGEhxxiu&si=KQTpFTOby6UNNxg6