Men of SOAR
Reforging sexually traumatized men through Christ's compassion and grace to SOAR.
One in every 6 men are sexually abused as boys.
Every man needs other men to work through issues that trigger shame, anger, fear, and guilt in his life.
“Shame dies when our stories
are shared in safe spaces.”
- Ann Voskamp
We no longer have to be held captive by the past actions of others. Through the redemptive work of Christ—who came to set us free—we can discover true healing and wholeness. This journey helps us walk away from Anger, Guilt, Shame, and Fear to discover who we were created to be. Our mission is to create a safe, supportive, and Christ-centered environment for men who have experienced childhood sexual abuse. Through advocacy, education, and empowerment, we aim to break the silence, challenge stereotypes, and promote healing and recovery. Survivors of Abuse Restore. We promote healing, resilience, and dignity through Christ-Centered Care.
Healing is possible.
SOAR has guided men in all walks of life towards recovery.
We've found the following steps to be critical in every recovery process.
Understand the Effects
Recovery begins with understanding the effect abuse has on our life and relationships today; how the shame, guilt, and anger we hide inside seeps out into our everyday lives.
Find Your Voice
Abuse victims often feel they do not have a voice. They have been taught to keep quiet and keep secrets. It's possible to open up, share, and find your voice again.
Resolving Anger
Resolving anger is one of the most important parts of the healing process. Most survivors do not allow themselves to feel their deep anger.
The truth is, we cannot let go of all of our hurt unless we have felt the weight of it. Healing takes place when we go through the anger and are no longer minimizing it or dissociating it away.
Replace Lies With Truth
Abuse affects our core beliefs: "I'm bad", "It's my fault", "I'm dirty". These false beliefs result in shame and guilt. We can learn to replace these lies with the truth: we aren't bad or dirty and what happened was not our fault.
Feel & Process The Emotions
Despite many years of passing sometimes we’ve never allowed ourselves to truly feel the hurt & pain. We have to know what you are letting go of before you can forgive & release the pain.
Learn to Live Healthy
Emotionally & Spiritually
When we learn to live healthy we like ourselves more, our relationships improve, our shame and guilt fade. This isn't just a pipe dream.
There is help…
There is HOPE.
There is healing…
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Are you a man over 18 who was sexually abused as a boy?
The fact that you just clicked a few keys to look at this page is a step in the right direction. I know this because I am a survivor of seven years of childhood sexual abuse. I, too, took my first courageous step toward healing. I hope you will step a little closer so we can connect on your healing journey. Here, you are not alone. We are here for you.
Welcome to Soar!
Peace to you,
Rob Schettler
Welcome, man!
Are you still not sure who can help?
Email us at men@soarministry.org, and we’ll guide you to someone who can get you the help you need.
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SOAR is where women and men who have been sexually abused as children can find hope and healing through Jesus Christ.
My offices are located at
Sojourn Community Church
2023 Ekin Ave.
New Albany, IN 47150
Individual Sessions
Men of Soar
800 East 8th St. Suite 217
New Albany, IN 47150
Group Work