Reflections on the Rally at the Lincoln Memorial in DC

Speaking at the Lincoln Memorial for the FACSA Rally to speak out against child sexual assault was an experience that I will always remember. There were some excellent organizations on the platform. Even though more than five years have passed since the event, I still mark being able to speak at the Lincoln Memorial as a career highlight.

Gayle Crabtree: Lincoln Memorial

Hurricane Ida roared up the coast a few days before. Her remnants left a path of devastation across the eastern seaboard. There was concern that the aftermath would disrupt our plans, but she did not prevail. The day of the event was partly cloudy with grey skies giving way to sunshine by early afternoon. We had nothing to worry about where the weather was concerned. The grey skies gave way to a relatively sunny autumn day. The crispy wind brought the smell of fall into the air. It would turn out to be a good day.

One by one, we each took our place at the podium to condemn child sexual assault and to support survivors. I am humbled to have given the invocation and to have spoken with such a strong group of women. To this day, Facebook messages, phone calls and sometimes lunch, continue to bring us together.


The crowds were small, but the spinoff publicity reached more than we could have hoped to have ever reached from the steps of the Lincoln Memorial. News spread through the power of social media and to this day, the wobbly recording of my speech on You Tube continues to generate page views.

People are becoming jaded when it comes to disturbing news these days. Not only was it humbling to speak at the Lincoln Memorial, but it is reassuring to know that people are still interested in supporting victims of sexual assault. As the end of the day the attitude of support is what matters the most.

Some of the coverage of the 2009 event:

Associated Content on Yahoo!
My Blog Log by Yahoo!
Imagine Publicity
Voices of Hope Internet Radio Show
KnoxNews.Com
LaFollette Press
The Call
Hope for Healing.Org - Facebook Fan Page
Washington Informer
The Eagle
Dr. Phil Community Blog
Speaking Out CSA
FACSA
North American Freedom Foundation

Business trip to Meridian, Mississippi

We are leaving on a business trip to Meridian, Mississippi for a few days. Expect delays in returned tweets and emails. Cell phone reception is unclear. We don't have hotel reservations and plan to find something when we get there or shortly before. I've stopped in Meridian a few times but haven't been able to stay.

I'm going with a colleague and my daughter to meet with the executive director of the Wesley House Community Center. The main topic of the day is one of my favorite consultation areas. We'll be domestic violence training for clergy among other things.

It's getting late so I have to go. Our goal is to head out of here by around 6:00 am. and arrive there around lunchtime. This means getting up by around 5:00 am. They are in the central time zone which plays into our favor. Still, 5:00 am is early in any time zone.

I look forward to making a report upon returning.

See you online,

Gayle

SC Conference UMW Legislative Action Event

Good news for my friends in South Carolina! I'll be coming to Columbia to deliver the keynote address at a conference for the SC United Methodist Women. Legislative Action Day will be February 21, 2012. We've got the full details at Hope for Healing.Org. Just email us at hello@hopeforhealing.org so we can forward the flyer to you.

If you would like to get together, but cannot make the Legislative Action Day event, let us know. We can try to arrange something at a local restaurant, hotel or other venue. This would just be a short, informal time to get acquainted.

Kudos to the United Methodist Women of the South Carolina for tackling the harsher realities that are faced by too many women and children. It is a privilege to be invited to participate in the Legislative Action Day and I very much look forward to meeting you.

Speaking on Sunday

What a good way to begin a New Year. I have been invited to speak to a Sunday School class at Wesleyanna UMC and am very much looking forward to it. This group has been kind enough to work with me through the health challenges that I have had of late. Their support has been appreciated. It should all shape up to be a good morning.

We have been busy as an organization. Earlier this month, I wrote a series of articles for the Hope Blog of our organization. The posts covered 12 ways to deal with stress at Christmas and a different topic was covered over each of the 12 days. Page views indicate that the articles were well received.

Survivors of sexual and domestic violence have more to deal with than non-survivors in almost every aspect of life. I'm glad for the opportunities that we have to reach out through the internet and by talking with groups. It means a lot to me to be able to do this. 

Helping a group better understand the dynamics of domestic violence is, to me, the perfect way to begin a new year. Hopefully, 2012 will be one of less violence and more compassion for us all. 

Looking forward to speaking in Sand Mountain

I'm very much looking forward to speaking at Sand Mountain UMC in October. It's Woman in the Pulpit Sunday for the United Methodist Women. We set this up a couple of days ago. They are going to have a huge bake sale after church. I hope that lots of people will stop in after church to pick up goodies. This is a major fundraiser for the ladies there.

October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month. The added emphasis gives us all a reminder to stop and learn about the problem. Learning about it is the first step to solving it.

People are still coming to terms with the realities of domestic violence. Women are victims 85% of the time. Men are victimized as much as 15% of the time. Children have a greater than 50% of being physically battered in households where an adult is being abused also.

Thanks to Sand Mountain UMC for inviting me in to speak. I'm looking forward to spending time with you. See you in October!

Speaking at Jones Chapel UMC about domestic violence

I just came back from speaking at Jones Chapel UMC about domestic violence and the nonprofit I work with. It was a great experience! The subject of domestic violence in the church family cannot be overstated. Clergy and church workers can be on the front lines of the battle against family violence. Yet, this area of ministry is often overlooked.

This church believes this so strongly that they combined the meetings for the ladies group and the mens group tonight to learn more about the problem. The church youth coordinator was also there. Afterward, I had a discussion with a leader in the ladies group about ways they can help the organization.

It was a productive meeting. Awareness of domestic violence in the church was raised and at least one possible volunteer came forward. Other than stopping the madness it doesn't get much better than it did tonight. Thanks, Jones Chapel, for letting me visit your groups.

Would you like Gayle to speak about healing or domestic violence at your church or group event? Email contact@imaginepublicity.com to put your event on her schedule.

Thanks for coming to the teen domestic violence workshop

Many thanks to those who attended our workshop on teen domestic violence last week. The feedback has all been positive. We appreciate so many great comments!

To be there so early we stayed at the Sleep Inn on Prosperity Drive. (It's off off of Cedar Bluff Road in West Knoxville.) It worked out pretty well as far as location is concerned. There were some issues with the room but we decided to stick it out. Our stay was only for one night.

Part of the reason for choosing the Sleep Inn is that I like the way the hotel is set up. Interior corridors help make hotels safer. You have to use a room key to get in the building from the side doors or rear door. I also like that the hotel is quiet. Prosperity Drive is at the end of Executive Park Drive. It's away from the traffic and road noise that you get with some hotels.

The Sleep Inn also has the WI-FI that I always need. When it comes to getting a signal my Virgin Mobile Mi-Fi rarely lets me down. Forgetting to plug it in is my problem.That's why the back up WI-FI is always helpful at the Sleep Inn in Knoxville.



Another event is bringing us to the area in a couple of months. I hope that some of attendees from this workshop will be there as well. Keep checking your emails for more information on it.

How to book us for your next event

We have several activities coming up with Hope for Healing.Org. I'm always glad to be there to raise awareness of domestic violence, educate and show off the work done by our kids in restorative justice.

Lately, a few people have asked how they can have me come out for an outreach or training event. It's very simple. Email contact@imaginepublicity.com. They help me keep my calendar. Frankly, without their services I'm certain that my calendar would be a mess.

Don't think for one second that they're some high fa-luting agency. They're not. I'm not.
Don't think for once second that you can't afford me. You can.

I do a lot of speaking on behalf of nonprofit groups. I have no set fee but I do need help with expenses like gas, food or lodging. It's not usually a problem to go to areas close to Knoxville. After that, the cost gets bigger than my pocketbook and help is appreciated.  This is especially important if I'm traveling out of state.

The same thing goes with doing a Voices of Hope segment on location. This is something I absolutely love to do. Did you know that it can be combined with most outreach events. All we need is electricity and a place to set up. We are good to go.

Allowing me to hold a book signing and bring items that the kids in restorative justice have made helps too. These funds go into the ministry of Hope for Healing.org to help us help others.

Getting on my calendar is easy. Why not email contact@imaginepublicty.com today?

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2011 Gayle Crabtree Speaking and Event Schedule

Gayle Crabtree 
Speaking and event schedule for 2011.

Past speaking events have included

Jails, Celebrate Recovery, Sunday School classes, Trainings and the Lincoln Memorial. No group is too small. Are you interested in booking Gayle for your next group event? It's easy. She has no set speaking fee although donations to offset travel expenses are appreciated. Email contact@imaginepublicity.com today for more information or to put your event or meeting on Gayle's schedule.

Gayle will be taking a short break this summer from June 15 - Sept. 5, 2011. Voices of Hope will resume its regular schedule after Oct. 12. Be sure to check this blog frequently for the latest updates.

October 18
Domestic Violence Training for Clergy and Church Workers
Teleclass - six weeks
10:00 am - 11:30 pm.

Voices of Hope
Regular time slot
12:00 pm - 12: 30 pm.
Archives are available for download from
www.blogtalkradio.com/voicesofhope


July 27
Outreach Display
Calling All Men
Knoxville
Cokesbury Center

July 14
East Tennessee Alliance for Children and Families
Summer 2011 Conference

Knoxville
Fellowship church


June 12 - 15
Awareness Display
Holston Annual Conference
Lake Junaluska, NC
5:00 p.m. Sunday - 12:00 p.m. Wednesday

April 6 
Teleclass
Domestic Violence Training for Clergy and Church Workers
10:00 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.

March 20
Teen Dating Violence
Youth Group Presentation
Ten Mile, TN
6:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.




Self-Defense Class
TBA

Concluded events:

January 21

Voices of Hope internet radio show

12:00 pm. - 12:30 pm.

January 27

Awareness Display

Jacksboro UMC

East Tennessee

February 10

Training on Teens and Domestic Violence (Full)

10-12 a.m.

Oak Ridge, TN

Training on Teens and Domestic Violence 2nd Session (Full)

Session 2

Oak Ridge, TN

6-8 p.m.

February 21

Awareness Display

Luminary United Methodist Church

Ten Mile, Tennessee

March 8

Fat Tuesday Pancake Dinner Fundraiser

West View United Methodist Church

Knoxville, TN

Imagine Publicity Marketing Publicity Services

Are you familiar with Imagine Publicity? I wasn't until an online friend suggested checking it out. For awhile now I've needed help making appointments and scheduling places to speak. (If you've tried to keep up with me you know what I mean.)

The solution has been to turn to Delilah Jones at Imagine Publicity. Despite doing an excellent job as a publicist she's also very down to earth. She knows that my ministry to encourage others is not about money.

Delilah from Imagine Publicity will help a church or group brainstorm ways to do that. I'm available to speak to groups both large and small, tiny even. Scheduling an all day training event with hundreds of pastors or two or three is possible. So is scheduling me to speak at a Celebrate Recovery meeting or ladies jail ministry. I'm glad to do either or both.

I ask simply to have my travel expenses covered. After that, any love offerings or book sales go right into Hope for Healing.Org so that the organization can continue to help victims of sexual or domestic violence. My office is in Knoxville, Tennessee but I've traveled to other states so that's no problem.

If you would like to schedule me to speak to your group just email contact@imaginepublicity.com. Delilah is always glad to talk with you. I'm always glad to speak. Trust me, between you, Delilah and myself we probably have a winning combination.

Other motivators who have similar scheduling conflicts may want to contact her. Imagine Publicity may be able to help you as much as it does me. :o)

Hotline reminder for victims: Victims of sexual assault needing immediate help should contact the Rape Abuse Incest National Network at their online hotline.

Listen to Gayle on Power Woman Magazine on Blog Talk Radio

I've had some emails asking and you're in luck. The Power Woman Magazine show I did on Blog Talk Radio is now available online. Download it from here.

This was such a great opportunity to share our message of healing with others. Too often when victims are locked in domestic violence or suffering from sexual assault we forget how to become survivors. Deciding to live beyond our situation and get help is the first step toward healing. It allows us to reclaim our lives.

Sure, as survivors of sexual or domestic violence we have to stumble. That happens a lot when we're learning how to walk. But slowly, surely, we put one foot in front of the other to move toward healing.

Shows like Power Woman Magazine are a part of the healing. Many thanks to the show host for inviting me.

Catch my appearance on Power Woman Magazine

Be sure to catch my appearance on Power Woman Magazine. We'll be discussing everything from the founding of the organization to my books. (I'll link them below so you can read about them.) 

We'll be accepting live calls too. Visit the Power Woman Magazine link above. You'll get the full scoop on everything you need to know! Go ahead and call in. It'll be good to talk with you during the show. It's always great to answer questions too.

See you online at 12 noon today. 

 All of Gayle's books are on Lulu.com.

Appearances and Event Schedule

Bring a word of hope and encouragement to your next group event. Gayle has spoken in jails, from the steps of the Lincoln Memorial, at training events, in churches... you name it! Book her for your next event. Email contact@imaginepublicity.com


October 20, 2013
Jacksboro United Methodist Church
11:00 a.m.

August 5, 2013
Meeting with staff and friends at the
Wesley House Community Center
Meridian, Mississippi

May 4, 2013
Jones Chapel United Methodist Church
Ladies Conference
Becoming a Woman of Courage
9:00 am - 3:00 pm.

 

No More! Sexual Assault Speech at the Lincoln Memorial in DC

FACSA Rally Speaking Out Against Child Sexual Assault

From the steps of the Lincoln Memorial in Washington, DC

November 14, 2009

“No More”

It is time for the silence surrounding child sexual assault to be shattered, not broken. If the United States, as a nation is a body of people then the Lincoln Memorial is the conscience of the nation. Today we gather so that the conscience of the nation can declare its freedom from child sexual assault.

I challenge beginning today in the midst of our nation’s capitol to say “no more” loud enough to be heard from the steps of the Lincoln Memorial, to the view of Capitol Hill and Beyond. I challenge you to join with me in chanting “no more”.

Click this link to read the full transcript on Associated Content.

FACSA Rally at Lincoln Memorial in Washington, DC

Video of Gayle's powerful message against child sexual assault. Footage was taken as she spoke in front of the Lincoln Memorial in Washington, DC.

Email contact@imaginepublicity.com to schedule her for your event.

Speaking at the Lincoln Memorial in Washington, DC

On November 14, 2009, Gayle D’Ambrosio Crabtree will join with other speakers to show unilateral support for victims of child sexual assault at the Lincoln Memorial in Washington, D.C. 

The rally is being organized by the foundation of Family and Friends Fighting Against Child Sexual Assault (FACSA). According to the FACSA website ( www.facsasavethechildren.com) a child is molested in the U.S. every 4 seconds and only 1:10 victims will ever disclose the abuse. The rally by FACSA is important in breaking down the barriers that keep child sexual abuse victims silent.

Activities begin at 10:00 am and will continue into the evening. A growing list of participants is coming from all around the United States to support victims. A preliminary list includes: FACSA, Hope for Healing.Org, Speaking Out Against Child Abuse, Stop the Silence and more. For more information on the FACSA Rally call (318)938-2882 or (318) 578-0019 or visit www.facsasavethechildren.com

Flute soloist for the closing ceremonies is Alexandria Crabtree. In 2007-2009 she was the Summer Youth Coordinator for Hope for Healing.Org.

Mrs.D’Ambrosio Crabtree provides consulting to help churches develop effective compassion evangelism programs and utilize social media opportunities. All local programs of Hope for Healing.Org are fully replicable.  She has developed and expanded church food pantries, developed feeding programs, clothing closets and other programs for churches and organizations.

Ms Gayle D’Ambrosio Crabtree currently resides in East Tennessee. She can be reached through Imagine Publicity at contact@imaginepublicity.com.

Blog Talk Radio with Anny Jacoby

I am very excited to have been on Voices of Hope on Blog Talk Radio today. The special guest with me was self-defense expert Anny Jacoby. Together, we fielded questions about Halloween and the safety of domestic violence victims.

This segmment marked the first time I have ever had a full switchboard of callers. It was a good show! I hope you'll tune in to catch it. Listen to the podcast of Voices of Hope at this link.

Find out more about Anny Jacoby here.

Booking information for Gayle Crabtree or Anny Jacoby please email contact@imaginepublicity.com.

Training Holston Conference United Methodist Clergy on Domestic Violence

On October 13, 2009 approximately 500 clergy from across the Holston Conference of the United Methodist Church came together for the Clergy Gathering 2009. The topic was domestic violence. Training was provided by Gayle Crabtree and by Bishop Swanson, Robin Kimbrough, Deban Yeomans and other members of the Holston Conference Domestic Violence Task Force.

This marked the first time that mandated clergy  training on domestic violence was offered to the pastors of the Holston Conference of the United Methodist Church.

Gayle Crabtree presented on Domestic Violence 101. The talk included information on the cycle of domestic violence, safety planning, symptoms, statistics. She shared heartbreak but also success stories. Pastors left empowered and emboldened to care for victims. Gayle made sure they had the knowledge to back up their compassion and can do the same for your group.

Email contact@imaginepublicity.com to book Gayle today. Follow her on Twitter @gaylesglimpses.

Booking Information for Gayle Crabtree

Gayle has encouraged victim groups across the country. She has appeared in print media, radio and national television.

From her deep well of experience, Gayle Crabtree shares a message of empowerment and motivation. She is a National Daily Point of Light, has been recognized by two presidents and a member of the R.A.I.N.N. Speaker's Bureau.

Some past speaking engagements include:

• Social Media Workshops
• Victim rights groups
• Celebrate Recovery programs
• College classes and convocations 
• Sexual assault and domestic violence agencies
• Jails
• The steps of the Lincoln Memorial 
• Women's groups
• Radio programs
• Training events for law enforcement and clergy
• Public education workshops
• Sunday school classes
  
• National television
• Churches
• National, regional and locale print media
• Foster care training events

Consulting experience includes but has not been limited to:

• Homeless outreach
• Poverty and benevolence assistance
• Developing and implementing clergy training on domestic violence
• Anti-hunger efforts
• Developing mission centers
• Restorative Justice
• Soup kitchens
• Community development

Gayle hails from the foothills of Tennessee. She and her husband have two adult daughters and are  happily owned by a service dog named Tomlin. Her hobbies include travel writing, blogging and photography. Become one of her 5,200+ followers on Twitter @gaylecrabtree today.

Workshops and appearances are tailored to fit the needs of your group. Finances won't keep you from having Gayle Crabtree at your event. 

Although travel costs do need to be covered, Gayle believes that encouragement is more important than finances. 

For booking information email: contact@imaginepublicity.com.

Archived event listing

Gayle is willing to speak to groups both small and large. Schedule her today by emailing contact@imaginepublicity.com

Past Appearances in 2010

January 27 - 10:00am

Shepherd's Home Transition House

Jacksboro, TN

February 20 10:00am - 1:00pm

Service Event

Pleasant Hill United Methodist Church

Knoxville, TN

Feburary 27

Service Event

Hillcrest Baptist Church

Morristown, TN

March 14

Service Event

Bybee, TN

March 21

Speaking - Campbell County Jail

Jacksboro, TN

March 28

Service Event

Jacksboro United Methodist Church

Jacksboro, TN

March 31

Tennessee Coalition Against Domestic and Sexual Violence

Nashville, TN

Use Social Media to Advance the Cause of Your Nonprofit

April 3

First UMC of Waynesville

Service Event

Waynesville, NC

April 6 - 6:30

United Methodist Women

Oakwood UMC

Knoxville, TN

April 24

Pleasant Hill UMC

Service Event

April 25 - 6:30 pm

Online Event

Candidly Candace Blog Talk Radio

From Hopeless to Healed; Overcome Sexual Violence

May 1 12:00 (EDT)

Online Event

Good Morning with Cathy

Blog Talk Radio

May 4 - 12Noon-1pm (EDT)

Online Event -

Voices of Hope

Interview with Joan Berry

Mother of murder victim Johnia Berry

May 6 @ 6:15

Jacksboro, TN

Celebrate Recovery

Dinner at 6:15

Gayle will speak at approximately 7:35 during the worship time

May 11 @ 12Noon-1pm

Online Event

Voices of Hope on Blog Talk Radio

Interview with Angela Dove

Author of No Room for Doubt

May 12

Oak Ridge District Ministers' Meeting of the United Methodist Church

First United Methodist Church

Oak Ridge, TN

May 15 @ 10:00am-1:00pm

Service Event

Pleasant Hill UMC

Knoxville, TN

May 18 @ 12Noon-1:00pm

Online Event

Voices of Hope on Blog Talk Radio

Interview with Teresa Rybolt

Her story will inspire and encourage other survivors.

May 25 @ 12Noon-1:00pm (EDT)

Online Event

Voices of Hope on Blog Talk Radio

Interview with Restorative Justice in Knoxville, TN

Learn about Restorative Justice and how lives are changed.

June

June 8 @ 12Noon-1:00pm (EDT)

Online Event

Voices of Hope on Blog Talk Radio

Interview with Inez Reilly

Author of All Other Ground

June 13-15

Holston Annual Conference

Lake Junaluska, NC

Educational Display on Sexual and Domestic Violence

June 16; 1 pm (EST)

Online Event

Women Empowerment Internet Radio

From Hopeless to Healed; Overcome Sexual Violence

July

July 28; 5pm (Pacific) (Postponed by Inner Guide Healing)

Online Event:

Inner Guide Healing with Brad Simkins

Blog Talk Radio

Calling All Men

United Methodist Church Men's Event

Knoxville, TN

Domestic Violence Outreach

Awareness Display

2009 Events

September
Sept. 2; 11am (Central)
Online Event:
Power Women Magazine Radio Show
www.blogtalkradio.com/powerwomenmag
From Hopeless to Healed; Overcoming Sexual Violence

Sept. 19; 11 am (EDT)
Speaking
Jacksboro, TN

October - Domestic Violence Awareness Month
October 2
Domestic Violence Awareness Event
Jacksboro, TN

Look for more events throughout the month.

November
November (Entire Month)
Virtual Book Signing
Schedule Gayle for your next event. Email contact@imaginepublicity.com

Publication; The Call -Vol. E, #82
Article - A Rewarding Ministry for Each Church.

December
Month Long Online Event
Virtual book signing to benefit Hope for Healing.Org.

Nov. 14
FACSA -Save the Children Rally
Lincoln Memorial in Washington, D.C.
Invocation at 10:00 am.
Keynote at 2:00 pm.

Nov. 1
Online Event
Joyce Lest Show

Oct. 29
KTRH Radio
Dallas, TX

Oct. 13
Clergy Gathering of the United Methodist Church
Presenter - Clergy Training Event
Kingsport, TN.
Domestic Violence 101

Aug. 15
Online Event - Lead blogger and organizer
Hope for Healing.Org Blogathon.