BibleThinker Exposing a bully pastor who used his pulpit to attack a victim: Teasi Cannon
Jun 22, 2025
Teasi Cannon, a courageous advocate for spiritual abuse survivors, shares her painful journey of being bullied out of her church community after two decades. She discusses the importance of personal discernment when evaluating church leaders and the emotional toll of betrayal in faith spaces. Teasi highlights the need for accountability and transparency among church leadership while providing resources for those affected by spiritual abuse. Her story aims to inspire resilience and hope for others navigating similar challenges.
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Bullied Out of Church
- Teasi and her family were systematically bullied out of a church they loved for over 20 years by the founding pastor.
- The pastor issued an unbiblical ultimatum that forced them to leave their church and community.
Transparency Avoids Congregational Confusion
- Inviting problematic speakers without clear disagreement confuses the congregation and causes fallout.
- Public endorsement without transparency is harmful, as leaders influence what congregants perceive as safe truth.
Abusive Meeting with Pastor
- During a meeting, Teasi was falsely accused of things she hadn't done and told she was a personal offense to the pastor.
- The pastor abused his authority, mixing harsh accusations then praying at her feet, creating confusion and emotional trauma.
