Stephanie Cherniowski

Former member of Neon Reformed Presbyterian Church (an OPC congregation) who provides a first-person testimony detailing spiritual, physical, and sexual abuse she endured and institutional failures she experienced.

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Nov 20, 2025 • 1h 9min

She Was Kidnapped, Used as Free Labor, and the OPC Turned a Blind Eye

Stephanie Cherniowski, a former member of the Neon Reformed Presbyterian Church, shares her harrowing story of abuse and institutional failure. From severe punishment and forced repentance to being kidnapped and imprisoned by church leaders, her testimony reveals a chilling account of manipulation, control, and sexual abuse. She discusses the ongoing trauma and how the church neglected to pursue justice for victims. Advocating for those in patriarchal settings, she emphasizes the importance of seeking safety and healing while holding faith through immense suffering.

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