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Bare Marriage
Episode 241: Both Hurt and Healed by the Church
Jul 11, 2024
Ryan George shares his harrowing journey of uncovering his father's sexual abuse cover-up in a fundamentalist church. He discusses deconstructing harmful teachings and finding true healing and faith. The podcast dives into topics like cult-like church practices, power dynamics, redefining Christianity, overcoming fear, and advocating for church safety and women's equality.
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- Healing from church hurt involves deconstructing harmful teachings and finding a healthier version of faith.
- Patriarchy and fundamentalism in churches can perpetuate abuse dynamics by enabling power imbalances and prioritizing perpetrator protection.
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Deconstructing Church Teachings and Finding Healing in a Healthy Faith Journey
The podcast episode explores the theme of deconstructing church teachings and finding healing in a healthy faith journey. It highlights individuals' stories, including Ryan George, who deconstructed from a fundamentalist church culture. George's experience involved turning his father in for sexual abuse, leading to a journey of finding healing through a healthier version of Christianity. The discussion emphasizes understanding different perspectives within the broader church community to strive for overall spiritual health.
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