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Episode 275: Becoming the Pastor's Wife feat. Beth Allison Barr

Bare Marriage

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Unraveling the Acacia Allegations

This chapter examines the troubling case of Mario Acacia, a pastor facing serious accusations of clergy sex abuse and the subsequent impact on his wife, Maria, and their church community. It highlights the complexities of women's roles within the Southern Baptist Convention, contrasting traditional beliefs with calls for change and equality in church leadership. The discussion underscores the emotional struggles of reconciling hope for reform with the persistent power dynamics that favor men over women in religious contexts.

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