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Covered Up: Abuse in the OPC, Part 6

Sons of Patriarchy

CHAPTER

Church Reflections: Community and Complexity

This chapter explores the author's childhood experiences in various church environments, emphasizing the warmth of community in their early Methodist Church. It contrasts these positive memories with a more oppressive atmosphere at Covenant Presbyterian, highlighting rigid gender roles and uncomfortable encounters with church authority. The narrative delves into the complexities of authority, trust, and the implications of legalism in shaping personal faith and relationships within a church setting.

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