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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Intro
00:00 • 3min
Escaping a Cult-Like Faith Community
03:02 • 23min
Hierarchy, Power Dynamics, and Abuse in Churches
25:35 • 13min
Redefining Christianity and the Nature of Faith
38:40 • 2min
Exploring the Connection Between Faith, Fear, and Uncertainty
40:21 • 5min
Navigating Fear, Church Safety, and Women's Equality
45:22 • 5min
Exploring 'Othering' and Anger in Fundamentalist Churches
50:32 • 13min
Exploring Travel Experiences and Book Promotion
01:03:41 • 3min