When I started this blog in December 2018, I didn’t know any survivors of sexual abuse in the Catholic Church, at least not in a deep way. Over the past two years, I have learned a lot about the twin crises in the Church by reading, researching, and talking to insiders and experts. But my most important learning has come from listening to survivors themselves. I am now blessed to be connected with many survivors who have trusted me with their stories, and some of my closest friendships today are with those who have experienced abuse and are seeking a path to wholeness and healing.