We’d like to welcome survivors of Children of God/The Family International to a free Writing to Reckon class.

My name is Gerette and I am honored to offer this one-time class designed to support you in writing a #igotout statement that expresses your lived experience of cultic abuse.

Although I was not a member of COG/TFI, I was part of a cult for 18 years and I got out in 2014. Over the last year and a half, I have facilitated well over 100 Writing to Reckon classes - but this is the first one dedicated to survivors of COG/TFI.

In this two-hour class, you will have an opportunity to begin to create a coherent narrative out of the trauma and confusion of surviving COG/TFI. Or, if you are already engaged in this process, the class will provide a space for you to connect with other COG/TFI survivors while writing your #igotout statement.

I want to assure you that there are safe ways to explore and write about your experiences. I am dedicated to creating as safe a container as possible for the writing process. However, it is also important for you to consider your own therapeutic needs and whether the class is a good fit for you at this time.

The class will begin with brief introductions and then I will offer an optional writing prompt. There will be time for writing and for sharing what we've all written (if you want - there's no pressure to share if you don't want to!)

I have witnessed again and again that the integrative power of writing can be transformative and deeply supportive. By signing up for Writing to Reckon, you are becoming part of a diverse and growing online community of people who are expressing the truth about being harmed by undue influence.

Please note: After the class, you will get to choose whether or not you want to share your writing through the igotout.org platforms. While we are featuring stories from COGTFI survivors in October, your story is welcome here whenever you are ready.

Please send me an email if you are interested in signing up. Class size is limited.