
Hayley McCord
Former New Saint Andrews student who recounts her upbringing in CREC-adjacent circles and describes experiences of family and institutional abuse.
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Nov 28, 2024 • 1h 47min
Veneer of Righteousness: Abuse in the CREC, Part 5
In this thought-provoking discussion, Hayley McCord, a former student from New Saint Andrews, shares her harrowing experiences with corporal punishment and a disturbing disciplinary hearing. An insider with family ties to Christ Church gives insight into an oppressive culture that silences dissent and enforces patriarchal norms. Meanwhile, an anonymous wife recounts her pressures in courtship, revealing unsettling behaviors downplayed by church leaders. Together, they expose a troubling veneer of righteousness within their community, urging re-evaluation and compassion.

Oct 30, 2025 • 1h 45min
The Illegal and Unethical Business Practices of the CREC
Hayley McCord, a former New Saint Andrews student, shares her harrowing experiences with family and institutional abuse in patriarchal church circles. An anonymous insider discusses the suffocating culture of Christ Church, where questioning leadership leads to ostracism. Another anonymous wife recounts her distressing courtship, highlighting abuses and dismissals by church leadership. All guests reflect on the profound trauma and loss of faith stemming from coercive practices and the façade of community, issuing urgent warnings to potential members.


