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Ghosted: An American Story (with Nancy French)

Apr 20, 2024

Author Nancy French discusses her memoir 'Ghosted: An American Story' with host Curtis Chang, touching on family secrets, transracial adoption, and finding hope in unexpected places. They explore themes of abuse in churches, confronting family legacies, and the challenges of raising a black daughter in America. The conversation also delves into faith journeys, relational healing, and the power of resilience in the face of adversity.

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Quick takeaways

Navigating family secrets, racism, and faith in 'Ghosted' memoir.

Insight into transracial adoption dynamics and experiencing racism.

Addressing painful family truths and seeking reconciliation in 'Ghosted' story.

Deep dives

The Journey of Writing Ghosted: A Memoir

Nancy French delves into her personal journey of writing her memoir, 'Ghosted,' which explores her experiences and traumas, including instances of sexual abuse and racism in her family. She reflects on how the book serves as a platform to address these complex themes and navigate her faith amidst challenging personal revelations.

Introduction

3min

Uncovering Harrowing Truths

18min

Confronting Family Legacies

11min

Navigating Abuse in American Culture and the Journey of Raising a Black Daughter

6min

A Journey of Faith and Belonging

4min

Exploring Personal Experiences and Faith Journey

5min

Relational Healing and Personal Struggles

7min

Host Curtis Chang sits down for a gripping conversation with author and frequent Good Faith guest Nancy French to discuss her compelling new memoir "Ghosted: An American Story." Nancy opens up about wrestling with dark family and church secrets, shedding light on the complexities of transracial adoption and the challenges of losing one's community. She explores the power of being truly known and finding resilience in an unexpected romance that would also show her the enduring hope found in the cross of Jesus.

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Godly Response to Abuse in a Christian Environment

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