Heaven Bent

Kelowna, British Columbia, has been a hotbed of Charismatic activity, for decades. But what changed when Art Lucier and The Harvest came to town–? How has Charismatic Christianity changed? On this episode: faith, prophecy, & US politics at Kelowna Harvest Church. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In 2003, Art Lucier planted Kitimat Harvest Church, in British Columbia’s remote Pacific Northwest. But, as Tara Jean quickly learns, Art is no ordinary pastor, and the Harvest is no ordinary church. On this first episode, Art’s son-in-law opens up about his experience with the Harvest, his transformative faith journey, and, the love story that changed everything. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

If people are calling you “one of the most prophetic voices in Canada," you must have quite the backstory. Join Tara Jean Stevens, as she illuminates the ministry of Art Lucier, the “Apostolic Overseer” of Harvest Ministries International. Starts Monday, October 28th.For early access, and ad-free episodes, subscribe on Apple Podcasts or become a patron at Patreon.com/HeavenBent. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This is part 2 of Tara Jean's latest S4 bonus episode, with Tammy Woods. She's one of Mike Bickle's alleged victims of clergy sexual abuse. This would've been years before he founded IHOPKC. She was his 14-year old babysitter, and he was her 25-year old pastor.*CLICK HERE TO SUBSCRIBE TO THE NEW HEAVEN BENT+: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/heaven-bent/id1513489117?itsct=heavenbent_podcasts&itscg=30200&ls=1&at=1001l3byi&ct=test-123 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this pivotal S4 bonus episode, Tammy Woods shares a shocking, tender, & heartbreaking story. Tammy is one of several women who say they were groomed and spiritually, and sexually, abused by Mike Bickle - the founding leader of IHOPKC.*CLICK HERE TO SUBSCRIBE TO THE NEW HEAVEN BENT+: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/heaven-bent/id1513489117?itsct=heavenbent_podcasts&itscg=30200&ls=1&at=1001l3byi&ct=test-123 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In 2014, 5 young men went into a formal mediation process with IHOPKC leadership. On this S4 bonus episode, Tara Jean’s conversation with 3 of those 5 former community members. How did leaders respond to this airing of grievances, and, does it tell us anything about how IHOPKC is responding to the ongoing scandal today? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

“Jane Doe” says Mike Bickle used scripture and prophecy to manipulate and sexually abuse her, starting when she was just 19. Tara Jean unpacks her story with the help of one of Jane Doe’s best friends at the time. Plus, Mike Bickle’s first public statement. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

It’s been about a month since allegations of sexual clergy abuse surfaced against IHOPKC founding-leader Mike Bickle. As the leadership's handling of the matter continues to be scrutinized, how did they break the news to IHOPU students? A member of the community recorded the meeting, so we can hear it for ourselves. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

One of the most-influential charismatic leaders in America has been accused of sexual clergy abuse, and Tara Jean is following along in real time. On this episode, some former IHOPers react to the latest developments. As well, reactions to  Heaven Bent S4, a season that was raising concerns about IHOPKC right as these new allegations surfaced. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The founding leader of IHOPKC has been accused of serious sexual and spiritual misconduct by multiple women. Tara Jean returns with an update, and, her conversation with 3 former IHOPers who returned to IHOPKC last weekend, to hear this shocking news officially announced by leaders of the organization.Read the full IHOP statement: https://www.facebook.com/ihopkc/posts/pfbid02qMsZgxpoE6G67Di2TmToFeGxUFUme9tLgKw3wHiR9wfg5TnUrMFB4hHWqDP9NSDRlAnd Allen Hood's statement on Twitter/X: https://x.com/allenshood/status/1719441294970200467?s=20 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.