Echoes of Abuse: The Church's Dark Past

This chapter explores the harrowing history of abuse at evangelical summer camps, tracing incidents back to 1982 and revealing the systemic complicity within the Church of England. It highlights the severe mistreatment of young individuals, particularly under the leadership of John Smythe, while scrutinizing the responses of church authorities, including the Archbishop of Canterbury. The narrative uncovers a troubling pattern of cover-ups, delayed accountability, and the tragic consequences faced by numerous victims.