Podcasts about deconstructing faith

In this conversation, Iris Quill, known as the Book Witch, shares her transformative journey from a sheltered upbringing in a Mormon homeschool environment to embracing her identity as a writer and spiritual seeker. She discusses the challenges of deconstructing her faith, the impact of societal expectations on her life choices, and her passion for storytelling as a means of rewriting personal and cultural myths. The dialogue emphasizes the importance of community, healing, and self-discovery in the process of reclaiming one's narrative. Chapters 00:00 Journey of the Book Witch 05:25 Deconstructing Faith and Identity 08:22 Experiencing Freedom and New Beginnings 11:19 The Power of Storytelling and Myth 14:18 Embracing the Witch Identity 17:25 Building Community and Connection Keywords Book Witch, deconstruction, personal journey, spirituality, identity, writing, myths, healing, community, empowerment  

Lauren shares her journey of starting an event design business while navigating motherhood and the challenges of a small town. She discusses the importance of authenticity and intuition in business decisions and the evolution of her company from weddings to corporate events. She shares how to become a more effective leader, the importance of understanding personal cycles, and how these insights have transformed her approach to business and personal life. In this conversation, Lauren discusses the call to plant medicine, the deconstruction of her faith, and the practices that help her connect with her intuition. The conversation culminates in advice for cultivating a family life with intention, emphasizing the importance of trusting oneself and following one's path.IN THIS EPISODE… Aligning creative work with the energy of your cycle. Stepping into leadership as an introvert.  Deconstructing faith without losing connection to spirit.  Only you know what's best for you and your family. How to expand and streamline business. How medicine journeys call to you, change, and expand you. Trusting intuition vs. traditional business advice.  From no business experience to designing weddings to now corporate events.  How to navigate the small-town mindset. Homeschooling kids while running a full-time business. START00:00 The Journey Begins: From College to Entrepreneurship03:24 Overcoming Small Town Challenges10:58 Intuition vs. Traditional Business Practices15:05 Expanding Horizons: From Weddings to Corporate Events18:11 Streamlining Operations with Notion21:14 Building a Team: Growth and Adaptation23:12 Leadership Challenges and Personal Growth28:36 Integrating Cycles into Business Planning41:54 Exploring Spiritual Journeys and Personal Development43:00 Exploring Guided Psilocybin Journeys46:21 The Call to Plant Medicine49:09 Life After the Journey: Integrating Insights53:28 Deconstructing Faith and Spirituality56:21 Practices for Intuition and Connection01:00:51 Cultivating a Family Life with IntentionMORE FROM LAURENLauren is an event planner who built her business organically while prioritizing family and intuition. After falling in love with events in Vancouver, she started her own company in Kelowna when traditional employment didn't align with her values as a new mom. For 17 years, she's grown her business by following her gut, embracing authenticity, and making decisions that feel aligned - including incorporating cycle syncing and moon phases into her business planning. Now working alongside her husband, Lauren continues to evolve both personally and professionally while helping others create meaningful celebrations and experiences.Instagram: @laurenperspectiveWebsite: www.perspectiveeventdesign.comMORE FROM STORMY Instagram: www.instagram.com/stormysageofficial  Youtube: / @stormysageofficial www.youtube.com/channel/UC9FMq3B5Gkhe0QzPWnISmsw  Pod Instagram: / www.instagram.com/thestormyshowpodcast  START YOUR REVIVAL

In this episode we're talking about Christians who no longer go to church. Some have trauma from their experiences of attending. Others find value in meeting in person each week, even if they don't always get on with everyone. Oliva Jackson is author of (Un)Certain: A Collective Memoir of Deconstructing Faith which uses the stories and reflections of over 150 interviewees from believers who felt the need to leave churches in order to heal. Emma Fowle is Deputy Editor of Premier Christianity and Editor of Voice of Hope, Premier's quarterly devotional magazine. She's a regular churchgoer in her home in Cornwall. Our Great Sexpectations dilemma this episode is: 'I'm scared of childbirth but want children, what should I do?' https://www.womanalive.co.uk/sex-and-relationships/great-sexpectations-i-am-scared-of-childbirth-but-want-children-what-can-i-do/17800.article The producer of the Woman Alive podcast is Rachel Huston. Special offer! Podcast listeners get 50% off Woman Alive magazine: womanalive.co.uk/podcast

Merry Christmas! To help us tell the Christmas story, we present to you: an AAWY Christmas Pageant!  Join Laura, Lizzie, Ethan and Jonathan for this episode.  After the Pageant, we gab about what we love about pageants.  Wishing you a Christmas filled with hope and love.  Thank you for supporting And Also With You. Like what you hear?We'd love your support on Patreon here: https://www.patreon.com/AndAlsoWithYouPodcastThere's all kinds of perks including un-aired live episodes, Zoom retreats, and mailbag episodes for our Patreons!Keep up with us on Instagram here: https://www.instagram.com/andalsowithyoupodcast/ More about Father Lizzie:PRE-ORDER HER BOOK: https://www.penguinrandomhouse.com/books/762683/god-didnt-make-us-to-hate-us-by-rev-lizzie-mcmanus-dail/https://www.instagram.com/rev.lizzie/https://www.tiktok.com/@rev.lizzieJubilee Episcopal Church in Austin, TX - JubileeATX.org  More about Mother Laura:https://www.instagram.com/laura.peaches/https://www.tiktok.com/@mother_peachesSt. Paul's Episcopal Church in Pittsburgh, PA More about our guest, theologian Laura Kelley Fanucci:Website: https://laurakellyfanucci.comMothering Spirit: https://motheringspirit.comSubstack: https://laurakellyfanucci.substack.com@thismessygrace on instagram!  Theme music:"On Our Own Again" by Blue Dot Sessions (www.sessions.blue). New episodes drop Mondays at 7am EST/6am CST! 

In this reaction video, Sam and Melissa dive into Sister Wives Season 19, Episode 13, exploring the emotional reunion between Meri and her friends who left the AUB religion. They discuss the debate over whether happiness is possible in a polygamous marriage, Christine's symbolic choice of her wedding dress as a step toward freedom, and Robyn's daughters' search for religious community as they navigate young adulthood and dating. Join us for an insightful discussion on faith, freedom, and the complexities of polygamous life. Check out Descript HERE: https://get.descript.com/lx1ja60o20yy Chapters: 00:00:00 Seeking Happiness in Polygamy 00:03:16 The Significance of Sealing Ceremonies in Mormon Weddings 00:06:42 Modifying a Wedding Dress for Modesty Requirements 00:09:53 Wedding Photography Outside the Temple 00:13:00 Exploring Faith and Community Choices in Flagstaff 00:16:28 Deconstructing Faith and Identity Loss 00:19:56 Mary's Candid Conversation with Friends 00:23:25 Struggles with Worthiness in Marriage 00:27:20 Monogamy vs. Polygamy: Exploring Relationship Dynamics 00:31:00 Balancing Duty, Love, and Happiness Join our Patreon HERE: https://patreon.com/growingupinpolygamy If you or someone you love has left polygamy and needs assistance, please reach out to "Holding Out HELP" at 801-548-3492 or visit their website at www.holdingouthelp.org At Growing Up In Polygamy our mission is to "Create compassion for communities that have been misunderstood, marginalized and/or abused by their leaders, and to empower those who have left by giving them a platform to share their stories with the world." If you would like to DONATE to this cause you can do so here: https://donorbox.org/growing-up-in-polygamy Insta: @growingupinpolygamy Website is now up! www.growingupinpolygamy.com Theme Song created by @artcowles Please feel free to reach out to us! growingupinpolygamy@gmail.com ✅SUBSCRIBE NOW : https://shorturl.at/inqrE #like #comment #post #share and #encourage other to #subscribe to the channel. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/growingupinpolygamy/support

The number of young people walking away from the Christian faith of their parents is increasing. Dr. John Marriott shares how you can better prepare your children to deal with challenges to their faith. And he encourages you to remain calm and ask good questions when your adult children struggle with doubts.

The number of young people walking away from the Christian faith of their parents is increasing. Dr. John Marriott shares how you can better prepare your children to deal with challenges to their faith. And he encourages you to remain calm and ask good questions when your adult children struggle with doubts.

Is it possible to question your faith without losing it? In this episode, we dive into what deconstructing faith really means, the challenges it brings, and how it can lead to a deeper, more personal connection with your beliefs.Watch the Full Episode on YouTube https://youtu.be/N8nh85sJ-CEAbout LCBC Church: LCBC stands for Lives Changed By Christ. We are one church in multiple locations across Pennsylvania. Find the location closest to you or join us for Church Online. We can't wait to connect with you! 

Starting off with 15 minutes of news then interacting with a video from "Positively Atheist" about his deconversion story. I was hoping to make it through the whole 40 minute video but failed. So, it will be a two parter. Hopefully next week but only if the Lord wills.

This episode will release the day before the US presidential election, but we hope it will be a conversation that speaks to you wherever and whenever it finds you.  We are living in stressful times and so Ethan and Laura invited The Rev. Steven D. Paulikas on to share about how Christians locate hope in the midst of political uncertainty. Like what you hear?We'd love your support on Patreon here: https://www.patreon.com/AndAlsoWithYouPodcastThere's all kinds of perks including un-aired live episodes, Zoom retreats, and mailbag episodes for our Patreons!Keep up with us on Instagram here: https://www.instagram.com/andalsowithyoupodcast/ More about Father Lizzie:PRE-ORDER HER BOOK: https://www.penguinrandomhouse.com/books/762683/god-didnt-make-us-to-hate-us-by-rev-lizzie-mcmanus-dail/https://www.instagram.com/rev.lizzie/https://www.tiktok.com/@rev.lizzieJubilee Episcopal Church in Austin, TX - JubileeATX.org  More about Mother Laura:https://www.instagram.com/laura.peaches/https://www.tiktok.com/@mother_peachesSt. Paul's Episcopal Church in Pittsburgh, PA Theme music:"On Our Own Again" by Blue Dot Sessions (www.sessions.blue). New episodes drop Mondays at 7am EST/6am CST! 

This week, Laura and Ethan are joined by Dr. Toni Alimi for a conversation about The Tough Stuff in our scripture and tradition. From Augustine to @ladygaga to materialism to Jacob, we cover a lot of ground, all rooted in the essential question: how do we hold disparate and hard things in tension, especially when it's about our faith?Toni Alimi lives in Ithaca, NY, with his wife and their daughter. He teaches philosophy at Cornell University.Toni's latest book can be found here: Slaves of God: Augustine and Other Romans on Religion and Politics

Do you own your faith? Or, did someone give it to you? Are you borrowing it from your parents or grandparents? There are lots of people today who are asking themselves hard questions about their faith and maybe they should. Here are some thoughts... Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Art and Brenda Greco join us for a conversation that's both engaging and insightful, giving us a glimpse into their journey through faith, culture, and marriage. We dive into the joys and sometimes hilarious challenges of marriage decision-making dynamics, where Brenda's calming influence often keeps Art's bold personality in check. We tackle the challenges of church transitions and the wisdom that comes with age, particularly in navigating interim pastoral roles amidst staff dysfunction. The importance of emotional intelligence and curiosity is underscored, as is the humorous impact of sports team performances on our emotions. Through personal anecdotes, we explore how different decision-making styles in marriage can lead to both harmony and chaos, highlighting the balance between impulsiveness and careful deliberation. This episode takes a heartfelt turn as we discuss the unique dynamics of being a pastor's spouse, emphasizing mutual respect and open communication, especially when facing personal struggles like depression and anxiety. Art and Brenda offer candid reflections on supporting partners in church leadership without succumbing to traditional gender roles. We wrap things up by expressing our gratitude to the Grecos for their wisdom and camaraderie, celebrating the enriching fellowship shared over a beer. Come laugh, learn, and feel the love with us in this heartwarming episode of Bros Bibles and Beer.(00:00) Faith, Culture, and Marriage Exploration (14:20) Navigating Church Transition Challenges (21:29) Decision-Making Dynamics in Marriage (34:02) Support and Respect in Marriage (48:41) Navigating Pastoral Burnout Challenges (01:02:49) Open Communication in Marriage (01:06:39) Gender Roles in Church Leadership (01:17:25) Generational Wisdom and Gratitude SUBSCRIBE & SHARE us this week!Contact Us: brosbiblesbeer@gmail.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Leave Us A VoicemailYouTubeSimpleCastSpotifyApple PodcastsFacebook ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠XInstaBros Bibles & Beer is: Jeff, Zack & Andy Find us wherever fine podcasts are distributed. Oh, and share us with a friend this week! Grace. Peace. Cheers!

Jared Byas is the co-host of The Bible for Normal People Podcast and he is also a writer, and a former professor of Philosophy and Biblical Studies. In this episode, he shares his journey through deconstruction and his consistently deep desire to know the love and truth of God. He doesn't hold back in offering some of the wisdom he has learned along the way! A fabulous conversation that will leave you with tons of insightful things to consider!Find out more about Jared on his website: https://thebiblefornormalpeople.com/about-jared-byas/Listen to him and Pete Enns on The Bible for Normal People here!Pick up Jared's newest book, Love Matters More.*******************Join the new Honoring the Journey Patreon here!Sign up for Theology Beer Camp in October in Denver by visiting this website and use code JOURNEY2024 to save $50!Find out more about the next Religious Rehab by visiting Leslie's website: www.leslieneasecoaching.com Honoring the Journey is hosted, produced and edited by Leslie Nease and the artwork for the show is also created by Leslie Nease.Interested in working with Leslie as your Life/Faith Transitions Coach? Check out her website and learn more about what she offers! https://www.leslieneasecoaching.comIf you are looking for community as you deconstruct or just a place to go and enjoy the company of people who are seekers, learners and who are looking to connect with the Divine without religious baggage, please join the Private Facebook Community! Leslie is very passionate about connection and community, so if that sounds like you, please come join us!

Send us a textBen is joined by American author, Philip Yancey, who explores the most basic questions and the deepest mysteries of the Christian faith.Together, they talk through Philip's story and his new book, "Where the Light Fell: A Memoir", deconstruction, and how you can speak to someone who is far from God.-----------------------------------------------------Questions, comments, or feedback? We'd love to hear what you think!Send them to provokeandinspire@steiger.org, or send us a message on Instagram!Follow Ben on Instagram.Click here to join the Provoke & Inspire Community!

This week, Christie is joined by Eugene Lee in exploring the complex intersection of faith, culture, and mental health within the Asian American community. They discuss the role of the church as a cultural community center for Asian Americans and immigrants, as well as the interplay of Asian American culture, Confucian ideals, and perfectionism. Eugene shares his personal evolution from being a young pastor and now a therapist, offering insights into how religious and spiritual trauma, purity culture, and black-and-white thinking impact mental health. Finally, we explore how Eugene helps clients deconstruct their beliefs, revisit their relationship with faith, and honor their unique spiritual paths.Eugene Lee (he/him) is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor, residing in New York City. Connect with Eugene via email at eugene@counselingwitheugene.com or his website www.counselingwitheugene.com Bridges Mental Health connects Asian, Pacific Islander, South Asian Americans (APISA) with culturally responsive mental health professionals and resources. We hope to make mental health care more accessible and approachable across the Asian diaspora.Find a TherapistJoin our Clinician Community Write to us with comments & questions, we'd love to hear from you.@bridgesmentalhealthbridgesmentalhealthnyc@gmail.combuymeacoffee.com/bridgesmh

Exploring Faith: Deconstruction, Atheism, and Honest Dialogue In this episode of the 'Divinely Uninspired' podcast, the hosts dive into a mix of light-hearted and profound topics. They start with discussions on the 2024 Olympics highlights, Snoop Dogg's popularity, and humorous cultural moments. Transitioning to deeper themes, the conversation explores the arguments of well-known atheists like Christopher Hitchens, Sam Harris, and Richard Dawkins, alongside personal journeys of deconstructing and reconstructing faith. The hosts share their struggles and experiences balancing science and religion, emphasizing the value of honest dialogue and understanding over winning debates. The episode underscores the complexities of religious belief, the impact of cultural narratives, and the importance of admitting 'I don't know.' The discussion also highlights the significance of fostering relationships through open conversations about faith and ends with a teaser for next week's state fair. 00:00 Introduction and Olympic Theme Discussion 00:26 Winter Olympics Favorites 01:25 USA's Olympic Performance 02:01 University of Kentucky's Olympic Success 02:51 Artistic Swimming and Other Olympic Sports 03:51 Snoop Dogg and Celebrity Appearances 07:14 Check Engine Light Debate 08:06 Gas Stations and Fuel Preferences 12:49 Arguments and Winning Conversations 15:00 Denny Crum's Headstone Hijacking 20:55 Breakdancing in the Olympics 24:04 Upcoming Olympic Sports 25:45 Car Dome Light Myth 26:52 Unexpected Car Troubles 27:08 Childhood Lies and Myths 28:24 Restaurant Rules and Parenting Tricks 29:00 Cultural Differences in Eating Habits 29:30 The Truth About Boneless Wings 30:05 Lies We Tell Our Kids 37:13 Deconstructing Faith and Atheism 57:29 The Debate Between Science and Religion 58:57 The Importance of Honest Conversations 01:07:28 Concluding Thoughts and Announcements

In episode 242, we dive headlong into the recent assassination attempt on Former President Donald Trump, a shocking event that has sent ripples through the nation. How should we, as Christians, respond to such acts of violence and turmoil? Was divine intervention at play in protecting the former president? And how can we embody the role of peacemakers in these turbulent times? Also, we react to a video of Steven Crowder, who describes himself as a Christian, where he talks about how now is NOT the time for unity. Join us as we explore these questions from our various perspectives. We'll discuss the importance of prayer and the need for a compassionate response grounded in love and understanding. Tune in to understand how we can uphold Christian values amidst chaos and be instruments of God's peace in the world. This episode is not just about addressing a specific event but about embracing our calling as followers of Christ to be agents of change and hope. Also, Listener Feedback is out of control!!! SUBSCRIBE & SHARE us this week!Contact Us: brosbiblesbeer@gmail.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Leave Us A VoicemailYouTubeSimpleCastSpotifyApple PodcastsFacebook ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠XInstaBros Bibles & Beer is: Jeff, Zack & Andy Find us wherever fine podcasts are distributed. Oh, and share us with a friend this week! Grace. Peace. Cheers!

In episode 241, with Jeff doing Cabo-type things in Cabo, Andy and Zack ride the tandem digital bike to podcasting greatness. We briefly recap the Robert Morris scandal by reacting to a clip of a sermon/speech from years ago where he seemingly accidentally confesses to the abuse of Cindy Clemishire. Then we react to our most viral/controversial clip yet where a guest seems to reject the idea that we can't earn and don't deserve God's love. Is it possible that deserve it or not, God's love is ours for the taking? Plus, listener feedback! SUBSCRIBE & SHARE us this week!Contact Us: brosbiblesbeer@gmail.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Leave Us A VoicemailYouTubeSimpleCastSpotifyApple PodcastsFacebook ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠XInstaBros Bibles & Beer is: Jeff, Zack & Andy Find us wherever fine podcasts are distributed. Oh, and share us with a friend this week! Grace. Peace. Cheers!

Come honor the journey of Tripp Fuller with us today! Tripp is a self-proclaimed "Theology Nerd" but he's so much more! He is an Open and Relational Theologian, Author of several books, including co-author with Tom Oord of the new book God After Deconstruction, and he's the one who started Theology Beer Camp several years ago! His journey has been one of absolute curiosity, questioning and finding peace with his faith while also helping countless others along the way. Oh...and apparently, he made a movie?! Listen and learn all about it!Want to learn more about Tripp? Check out his website!Listen to Tripp's podcast, Homebrewed Christianity.Want to check out his movie, Return to Edmond? Here it is right here!Meet Tripp at Theology Beer Camp October 17-19! Here is the link to register! And make sure you use code JOURNEY2024 to save $50 off the registration fee!Let Leslie know if you want to be on the Wait List for Religious Rehab, a Group Coaching Experience for those going through Deconstruction! Find out more here! And send Leslie an email at leslienease@gmail.com to let her know if you'd like to be on the Wait List! Honoring the Journey is hosted, produced and edited by Leslie Nease and the artwork for the show is also created by Leslie Nease.Interested in working with Leslie as your Life/Faith Transitions Coach? Check out her website and learn more about what she offers! https://www.leslieneasecoaching.comIf you are looking for community as you deconstruct or just a place to go and enjoy the company of people who are seekers, learners and who are looking to connect with the Divine without religious baggage, please join the Private Facebook Community! Leslie is very passionate about connection and community, so if that sounds like you, please come join us!

Whether you are the parent of an LGBTQIA+ kiddo or you don't know yet whether or not you are the parent of an LGBTQIA+ kiddo, or you have an LGBTQIA+ family member, neighbor, friend, or colleague you're going to want to tune into today's episode.  I'm talking with Susan Cottrell. Susan is an international speaker and passionate advocate for the LGBTQIA+ community. Susan shares her personal journey of accepting and supporting her LGBTQ children, despite the conservative teachings of her evangelical church. She discusses how her deep faith led her to deconstruct harmful religious teachings and embrace values of love, empathy, compassion, inclusion, justice, and kindness. You'll Learn:  0:27 Introduction to Today's Issue 1:47 Susan's Faith Journey 11:53 Deconstructing Faith 24:13 Importance of Pride Month 29:19 Engaging in Productive Conversations 31:53 Love Your Neighbor Principle 35:25 Reasonable Approach to Acceptance 40:42 Starting the Deconstructing Process 45:12 Bible as a Story, Not a Rule Book 46:09 Bible as a Vehicle for Oppression 47:06 Spreading Radical Love 47:51 Conclusion and Gratitude   Thank you so much for being with me today and for listening to this conversation. I know religion is not something I typically dive into on The Heartful Parent Podcast, but I felt like this was a conversation that was worth having here during Pride Month, and just in general as we, as those of use who do choose to love unconditionally and unequivocally work to protect all of us who are LGBTQIA+ from being vilified and being scapegoated as we move forward in the year 2024 and beyond.  And let us know how you're celebrating Pride Month where you live! Links Mentioned in this Episode:  Follow Susan Cottrell: https://www.freedhearts.org/ https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/freedhearts/id1533444664 https://www.youtube.com/stcottrell https://www.instagram.com/freedheart Subscribe & Leave a Review: Don't forget to subscribe to The Heartful Parent Podcast and leave a review if you enjoyed this episode!     Stay tuned for more Heartful conversations on parenting, love, and inclusivity. Thank you for listening!  

As a young man, John Marriott was questioning his Christian beliefs. He began analyzing and “deconstructing” his faith. Then, he RE-constructed his faith, built on the strong foundation of Jesus Christ. In an age where young people are seeking truth and authenticity, Marriott shares why many are leaving the Christian faith and how you can pray for and encourage others to rest in the truth of God's Word. (Part 2 of 2)   Receive the book The Emotionally Healthy Marriage and an audio download of "Celebrating the Journey to Becoming a Dad " for your donation of any amount!   Get More Episode Resources   We'd love to hear from you! Visit our Homepage to leave us a voicemail.

As a young man, John Marriott was questioning his Christian beliefs. He began analyzing and “deconstructing” his faith. Then, he RE-constructed his faith, built on the strong foundation of Jesus Christ. In an age where young people are seeking truth and authenticity, Marriott shares why many are leaving the Christian faith and how you can pray for and encourage others to rest in the truth of God's Word. (Part 1 of 2)   Receive the book The Emotionally Healthy Marriage and an audio download of "Celebrating the Journey to Becoming a Dad " for your donation of any amount!   Get More Episode Resources   We'd love to hear from you! Visit our Homepage to leave us a voicemail.

*Content Warning: Many mentions of physical abuse &  sexual abuse*  Tricked into moving to Iraq at age 14, Ellaf was separated from her mother and forced into a chiId marriage by her father who felt she was too much of a burden to raise. Ellaf's husband was even more controlling than her father and knew that he could get away with hurting her in many ways, because she was alone in an unfamiliar country and didn't know the culture or the language. Forbidden to use birth control, she had 3 chiIdren before she was 21 years old and after years of suffering, courageously stood up to both her husband and father and got away. This is her story of perseverance and victory against all odds. Click here to watch on YouTube Connect with EllafIG @ellaf_altamimi**FULLY BOOKED** Our C2C vacation where we can meet you in real life and go on adventures together has sold out!  However, you can add yourself to our waitlist in case of cancellations.  Click here to go to the official booking page Our Merch! Patreon: Patreon.com/cultstoconsciousnessVenmo @sheliseannAny donations are welcome and appreciated to support the making of this podcastWebsite CultsToConsciousness.comFind Shelise on Social media!Instagram @cultstoconsciousnessHost Instagram @sheliseannTikTok @cults.to.consciousnessTwitter @cultstoconTheme Song Produced and Composed by Christian Guevara**Disclaimer: Thanks for joining us at Cults to Consciousness. This storytelling podcast is meant to be for entertainment purposes only and does not substitute for medical advice. We may discuss triggering topics and we ask that you make your personal mental health a priority. Lastly, the opinions of our guests do not necessarily reflect the opinions of the host.**

*Content Warning: self harm, physical abuse*  Anonymous YouTuber Apostate Aladdin shares his story of becoming a man in an environment that used fear to keep boys and girls and men and women separated. This intense fear that men need to be kept away so they don't act on their uncontrollable desires, left him feeling scared, targeted, alone and shameful. Here we learn about purity culture through a different lens and how he was able to overcome his fear of interacting with women so he could create positive friendships and relationships.Click here to watch on YouTubeLive episodes together where we discuss the similarities and differences between Islam and Mormonism:Part 1Part 2Part 3 Find Apostate AladdinYouTube: @apostatealaddinIG: @apostatealaddin LinkTree **FULLY BOOKED** Our C2C vacation where we can meet you in real life and go on adventures together has sold out! However,  you can add yourself to our waitlist in case of cancellations.   Click here to go to the official booking page Why AA wears a mask and has a pseudonymSpecifically AA's experience & not every Muslim's experienceApostate as a derogatory termWhat kind of interactions were allowed with the opposite sexA young AA getting in trouble for liking a girlTW: CA- What happened when AA was caught texting a girlVague rules within the purity culture he experiencedEven young boys weren't allowed certain places aloneWhat these restrictions did to the minds of boys and menThe nightmare of pubertyWhat happened when AA realized masturbation was considered a sinThe pilgrimage- feeling unworthy Was dating allowed?Does the hypersexualizaiton create odd turn ons?When did AA start pushing the boundaries?When did AA begin to have healthy interactions with women?What did AA find about Islam that he didn't resonate with?Did he convert his GF to being a Muslim?Where did AA land in his spirituality and relationships?Our Merch! Patreon: Patreon.com/cultstoconsciousnessVenmo @sheliseannAny donations are welcome and appreciated to support the making of this podcastWebsite CultsToConsciousness.comFind Shelise on Social media!Instagram @cultstoconsciousnessHost Instagram @sheliseannTikTok @cults.to.consciousnessTwitter @cultstoconTheme Song Produced and Composed by Christian Guevara**Disclaimer: Thanks for joining us at Cults to Consciousness. This storytelling podcast is meant to be for entertainment purposes only and does not substitute for medical advice. We may discuss triggering topics and we ask that you make your personal mental health a priority. Lastly, the opinions of our guests do not necessarily reflect the opinions of the host.**

Deconstruction has sadly become a fad in Christian circles. Research shows that American Christians are walking away from the faith at staggering rates. In this episode, Blake shares three reasons from the Bible why people “lose” their faith. He also shares Scripture's wisdom for how to steward and grow your faith in Christ.

*Content Warning: Domestic Violence, SA, CA* Determined to fight for the human rights of the oppressed, Yasmine Mohammed speaks out and shares her experiences with Islam extremism.  Her mother forced her to marry a terrorist and it wasn't until she fell pregnant with a daughter that made her realize she had to escape in order to secure her a better life. In search of freedom, she also found her voice and now she platforms countless other people who share their experiences. Find and support Yasmine!Her book: “Unveiled: How Western Liberals Empower Radical Islam” The Yasmine Mohammed PodcastYouTube: @yasminemohammedxx Non-Profit: Free Hearts Free Minds Website: https://www.yasminemohammed.com/IG @yasmohammedxx **FULLY BOOKED** Our C2C vacation where we can meet you in real life and go on adventures together has sold out! However,  you can add yourself to our waitlist in case of cancellations.   Click here to go to the official booking page Why is critiquing Islam is such a sensitive subject?What are some of the dangers of speaking out against Islam?Muslims vs the Islamic religion as a wholeYasmine on the current situation in GazaTW: R*pe, SA- prisoners of war How does this relate to Islamic doctrine?The nuance of Islam vs Palestine Some of the good that has happenedHow Yasmine's mother got more fundamentalistForced to marry a member of Al-QaedaWhat were some of the rules Yasmine had to follow as a chiId?TW: CA & SA- What was her stepfather like outside of his religious adherence?Did Yasmine ever fully believe in Islam?TW: DV& r*pe- Yasmine's first week of marriageHow did racism effect Yasmine's ability to get help?Yasmine gets pregnant and has a daughterHow University opened her mindWhat was the deconstruction process like for Yasmine?Creating your own values and morals after leaving a high demand religion How did Yasmine's daughter impact her drive to change their lives? Our Merch! Patreon: Patreon.com/cultstoconsciousnessVenmo @sheliseannAny donations are welcome and appreciated to support the making of this podcastWebsite CultsToConsciousness.comFind Shelise on Social media!Instagram @cultstoconsciousnessHost Instagram @sheliseannTikTok @cults.to.consciousnessTwitter @cultstoconTheme Song Produced and Composed by Christian Guevara**Disclaimer: Thanks for joining us at Cults to Consciousness. This storytelling podcast is meant to be for entertainment purposes only and does not substitute for medical advice. We may discuss triggering topics and we ask that you make your personal mental health a priority. Lastly, the opinions of our guests do not necessarily reflect the opinions of the host.**

In episode 238, we delve into the recent commencement speech delivered by Harrison Butker, the Kansas City Chiefs' star kicker, at Benedictine College. As a celebrated athlete and a devout Catholic, Butker's speech has garnered significant attention and sparked a lively debate. Join us as we explore the various dimensions of his address, highlighting both the applause and the criticisms it has received. Also, for some Christians, cussing is a line you shouldn't cross. We aren't those Christians. We've recently received negative feedback on some salty language used on our podcast. We react to a thoughtful Instagram post by  @nakedpastor  about why he sometimes cusses, why some of us like to mix some zesty language into our conversations, and how it might actually be a good thing. You WILL hear some adult language in this episode. And listener feedback! SUBSCRIBE & SHARE us this week!Contact Us: brosbiblesbeer@gmail.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Leave Us A VoicemailYouTubeSimpleCastSpotifyApple PodcastsFacebook ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠XInstaBros Bibles & Beer is: Jeff, Zack & Andy Find us wherever fine podcasts are distributed. Oh, and share us with a friend this week! Grace. Peace. Cheers!

**Content Warning: DV, rape, SA** Tia Levings discusses her dark reality in Christian fundamentalism, with evangelical patriarchy and religious trauma.  Having appeared in the Amazon docu-series, Shiny Happy People, and written a harrowing memoir, A Well-Trained Wife she reveals how she had to save herself and her family and details the ways that extreme views can manifest in a marriage.Recruited into the fundamentalist Quiverfull movement as a young wife, Tia Levings learned that being a good Christian meant following a list of additional life principles––a series of secret, special rules to obey. Being a godly and submissive wife in Christian Patriarchy included strict discipline, isolation, and an alternative lifestyle that appeared wholesome to outsiders. Women were to be silent, “keepers of the home.” But in the patriarchy, a woman with opinions is in danger, and eventually, Tia faced an urgent and extreme choice: stay and face dire consequences, or flee with her children.Click here to watch on YouTubePre order Tia's book: A Well-Trained WifeFind Tia on social media!IG:  @tialevingswriterThe Anti-Fundamentalist**FULLY BOOKED** Our C2C vacation where we can meet you in real life and go on adventures together has sold out! However,  you can add yourself to our waitlist in case of cancellations.   Click here to go to the official booking page How Tia was raised that led to falling prey to her husbandDid Tia's parents read her book?Nightmarish doctrine Tia learned in her youthAll that's needed is a submissive and willing spiritYou will drown in a lake of fire if you are not pleasing to GodSelling the patriarchal movement to women- what that literally meansNot allowed to have anything for yourself as a womanTW: Domestic ab*se- calling it a "correction"How Tia emerged from the isolation through secret online communication with womenWhat it was like being a mother within this ab*sive realityTia decided to escape when she saw how it was hurting her chiIdren Tia's escape storyHow Tia's children handled it all When did Tia feel safe enough to deconstruct and begin healing?Advice for someone going through a similar situationOur Merch! Patreon: Patreon.com/cultstoconsciousnessVenmo @sheliseannAny donations are welcome and appreciated to support the making of this podcastWebsite CultsToConsciousness.comFind Shelise on Social media!Instagram @cultstoconsciousnessHost Instagram @sheliseannTikTok @cults.to.consciousnessTwitter @cultstoconTheme Song Produced and Composed by Christian Guevara**Disclaimer: Thanks for joining us at Cults to Consciousness. This storytelling podcast is meant to be for entertainment purposes only and does not substitute for medical advice. We may discuss triggering topics and we ask that you make your personal mental health a priority. Lastly, the opinions of our guests do not necessarily reflect the opinions of the host.**

Daniella grew up in the Children of God and Mike in Scientology. Together they discuss ways that the military, of which they were both in for many years,  is cultic and their differing perspectives. Click here to watch on YouTubeFind Mike!YouTube: @mikebrown101Mike's Interview: “How Scientology Almost Killed His Elderly Mother” Find Daniella!IG: @daniellamyoung_ TikTok: search #groupbehaviorgalWebsite: https://www.uncultureyourself.com/Amazon: "Uncultured: A Memoir" Previous episodes with Daniella“Her Horrific Childhood in the CHILDREN OF GOD S*x Cult ft. Daniella” “Her Parallels Between Children of God S*x Cult & the US Military ft. Daniella Mestyanek Young” “Escaping CHILDREN OF GOD, the Aftermath (ft. Daniella Mestyanek Young)” **FULLY BOOKED** Our C2C vacation where we can meet you in real life and go on adventures together has sold out! However,  you can add yourself to our waitlist in case of cancellations.   Click here to go to the official booking page https://trovatrip.com/trip/central-america/costa-rica/costa-rica-with-shelise-sola-aug-2024Daniella's cult backstoryMike's cult backstoryWhen Daniella redefined what a cult was after learning about non Christian cultsComparisons Mike drew between Scientology and the Military upon joiningDaniella's culty comparisons of the military and Children of God cultDifference in cultic experiences based on genderMike's thoughts on r*pe culture in the military- Daniella responds Difficulties of a misogynistic environmentWhen the "process" worksWhen "the process" to protect women doesn't work and whyCombat barbie and her non-regulation hairIs the Military a cult? Daniella's perspective- Mike's perspectiveGroup motivation in cult thinkThe issue with talent managementIs the fix giving back individualism and identity?Change? Mike says why the military isn't like a cultDaniella's differing opinion on camaraderie Mike acknowledges why Daniella had a different experience than himDoes the military HAVE to be like a cult for max effectiveness?Our Merch! Patreon: Patreon.com/cultstoconsciousnessVenmo @sheliseannAny donations are welcome and appreciated to support the making of this podcastWebsite CultsToConsciousness.comFind Shelise on Social media!Instagram @cultstoconsciousnessHost Instagram @sheliseannTikTok @cults.to.consciousnessTwitter @cultstoconTheme Song Produced and Composed by Christian Guevara**Disclaimer: Thanks for joining us at Cults to Consciousness. This storytelling podcast is meant to be for entertainment purposes only and does not substitute for medical advice. We may discuss triggering topics and we ask that you make your personal mental health a priority. Lastly, the opinions of our guests do not necessarily reflect the opinions of the host.**

Cait West was completely under her father's rule down to all her decisions. She was told he would even make the biggest decision of her life for her— who she was going to marry. She was gr**med to be a submissive wife under the patriarchy movement and stay-at-home daughters movement. Her homeschooling was completely unregulated and not much attention was paid to her education, because her sole purpose was to be a mother who eventually belonged to her husband. Terrified that anything less than strict obedience would land her in the fiery depths of Hell, she felt she had no choice but to go along with it well into her 20s. This is how she gained her independence and escaped that lifestyle.Click here to watch on YouTube Find and Support Cait!Buy her book Rift: https://www.caitwest.com/bookWebsite: https://www.caitwest.com/Substack: https://caitwest.substack.com/IG: @CaitWestWrites Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/caitwestwrites/TikTok: @CaitWestWrites **FULLY BOOKED** Our C2C vacation where we can meet you in real life and go on adventures together has sold out! However,  you can add yourself to our waitlist in case of cancellations.   Click here to go to the official booking page What is the patriarchy movement and where does it come from?What were some of the gender roles her dad believed in?How isolating was Cait's childhood?How did Cait's religion focused education impact her life?Did Cait ever yearn for a better education while being homeschooled?How did Cait's fear begin and impact her life?How did Cait's religious upbringing view mental health?Cait's scrupulosity and taking communionCait learned s*x ed from movie reviewsFeelings for men outside of a courtshipWhat was courtship like for Cait?What is the Stay-At-Home Daughter Movement?What was Cait's parents' relationship like?How did Cait's dad become their church's courtship expert?When did Cait start to understand what she actually wanted?How did Cait's husband help her find her way?What was it like for Cait to discover her sexuality?What are some resources for those who are struggling?What was Cait's first Our Merch! Patreon: Patreon.com/cultstoconsciousnessVenmo @sheliseannAny donations are welcome and appreciated to support the making of this podcastWebsite CultsToConsciousness.comFind Shelise on Social media!Instagram @cultstoconsciousnessHost Instagram @sheliseannTikTok @cults.to.consciousnessTwitter @cultstoconTheme Song Produced and Composed by Christian Guevara**Disclaimer: Thanks for joining us at Cults to Consciousness. This storytelling podcast is meant to be for entertainment purposes only and does not substitute for medical advice. We may discuss triggering topics and we ask that you make your personal mental health a priority. Lastly, the opinions of our guests do not necessarily reflect the opinions of the host.**

Isolated in a cult within a cult within a cult, Ashley was completely sheltered from the outside world. From infancy she was labeled as unruly and even demon-possessed. Determined to break her as a toddler, then later brag about it, her pastor grandfather took it too far. She would be forced into submission and gr**med to be a “stay-at-home daughter” until her father transferred authority to her betrothed husband. This is how she accidentally escaped the prison in her mind. Click here to watch on YouTubeFind and support Ashley!https://www.ashleyeaster.com/IG @iamashleyeaster Twitter: @ashleymeasterCults Hidden In Plain Sight- FREE Ebook:https://www.ashleyeaster.com/booksGet intuitive texts from Ashley! Text “Intuition” to 917-809-7311 Courage 365: A non-profit for ab*se survivors:https://www.courage365.org/Watch Ashley's TEDx Talk: Why You Could Be Vulnerable To A Cult | Ashley Easter https://youtu.be/eDvhN7rSLK4?si=uv9J4CYkuTZZVx3p**FULLY BOOKED** Our C2C vacation where we can meet you in real life and go on adventures together has sold out! However,  you can add yourself to our waitlist in case of cancellations.   Click here to go to the official booking page https://trovatrip.com/trip/central-america/costa-rica/costa-rica-with-shelise-sola-aug-2024Ashley's IFB backgroundIFB vs Southern BaptistsDrum Beats and RacismWas there scripture to back their racism?What types of music was Ashley allowed to listen to?What it was like being isolated in the IFB home schoolThe Patriarchy MovementWhat is the 200 year Quiverfull plan?How did submitting to these types of men affect Ashley?Ashley's grandfather locks her in the basementAshley's trauma responsesStarting the blog, The Stay-At-Home-DaughterAshley's relationship with her momHow many siblings did Ashley have?What was Ashley's big goal?What was courtship like for Ashley?"I kissed dating goodbye"Were courtship relationships transactional?What was Ashley's breaking point?How Ashley's husband held space for herHow is Ashley doing now?Our Merch! Patreon: Patreon.com/cultstoconsciousnessVenmo @sheliseannAny donations are welcome and appreciated to support the making of this podcastWebsite CultsToConsciousness.comFind Shelise on Social media!Instagram @cultstoconsciousnessHost Instagram @sheliseannTikTok @cults.to.consciousnessTwitter @cultstoconTheme Song Produced and Composed by Christian Guevara**Disclaimer: Thanks for joining us at Cults to Consciousness. This storytelling podcast is meant to be for entertainment purposes only and does not substitute for medical advice. We may discuss triggering topics and we ask that you make your personal mental health a priority. Lastly, the opinions of our guests do not necessarily reflect the opinions of the host.**

Scientology doesn't believe in the young. They teach that they are trillion year old beings in small bodies. Therefore, they are not treated developmentally correct. Neglected, exploited for work and severely mistreated, they suffer the most in this organization. Serge Del Mar tells his story of growing up in Scientology and his advocacy work to make people wake up and listen to the lost souls who are begging silently for help.Click here to watch on YouTubeFind Serge on Social!YouTube: @literallysergeIG @literallyserge If you need help escaping Scientology, visit:https://www.theaftermathfoundation.org/https://sptvfoundation.org/**FULLY BOOKED** Our C2C vacation where we can meet you in real life and go on adventures together has sold out! However,  you can add yourself to our waitlist in case of cancellations.   Click here to go to the official booking page Our Merch! Patreon: Patreon.com/cultstoconsciousnessVenmo @sheliseannAny donations are welcome and appreciated to support the making of this podcastWebsite CultsToConsciousness.comFind Shelise on Social media!Instagram @cultstoconsciousnessHost Instagram @sheliseannTikTok @cults.to.consciousnessTwitter @cultstoconTheme Song Produced and Composed by Christian Guevara**Disclaimer: Thanks for joining us at Cults to Consciousness. This storytelling podcast is meant to be for entertainment purposes only and does not substitute for medical advice. We may discuss triggering topics and we ask that you make your personal mental health a priority. Lastly, the opinions of our guests do not necessarily reflect the opinions of the host.**

Today's question says, "We raise our daughters seven and eight years old in the reformed tradition as children of the Covenant. However, this deconstruction fad worries me, even though they're not on social media. How do I foster an environment in which they feel free to express their doubts instead of looking for answers elsewhere?"

At age six, Katherine Spallino is separated from her parents and sent to train for her future in the Church of Scientology's clergy—the Sea Organization. She rarely sees her parents and never goes to a normal school. Later, Katherine is sent to live at a secluded ranch with other young prospective Sea Org members, called cadets, where she studies Scientology and does manual labor—weeding fields, digging trenches, and works in the galley. The indoctrination escalates, and her family slips even farther into the background. But as she enters her teenage years, a host of new, more immediate concerns emerge, along with fantasies of what else life has to offer.  Should she commit herself to the church, or reject everything she's ever known for a chance at a different life?Click here to watch on YouTubeFind Katherine on Social!IG @thebadcadet Her Book: The Bad Cadet:  Growing Up in the Church of Scientology's Sea Organization **FULLY BOOKED** Our C2C vacation where we can meet you in real life and go on adventures together has sold out! However,  you can add yourself to our waitlist in case of cancellations.   Click here to go to the official booking page Katherine was born in a Scientrology building with no SSNAt a young age, Katherine saw L Ron Hubbard as a GodConfimation bias when it comes to having super powersDid Katherine know she was growing up differently?Katherine joins a bootcamp for youth who want to become Sea Org membersThe jobs Katherine had to do as a SeaOrg memberIncentivized to write knowledge reports (snitch on each other)The youth ran themselves, which is how they were kept in lineScientology getting around labor lawsKatherine gets shamed for only being able afford 1 pair of underwearDid Katherine have non-scientologist extended family?Racism was so bad, she thought she was a completely different race as a kidSome medical care was provided among neglectWhat made Katherine want to leave the Sea OrgHigh school shock- not like the moviesHow she ended up back in LA with other ex-cadetsWhy Katherine was declared a suppressive personHow she started writing "The Bad Cadet"Katherine tries to reconnect with family after being cut offHow Katherine's family treats her todayHow Katherine is doing nowOur Merch! Patreon: Patreon.com/cultstoconsciousnessVenmo @sheliseannAny donations are welcome and appreciated to support the making of this podcastWebsite CultsToConsciousness.comFind Shelise on Social media!Instagram @cultstoconsciousnessHost Instagram @sheliseannTikTok @cults.to.consciousnessTwitter @cultstoconTheme Song Produced and Composed by Christian Guevara**Disclaimer: Thanks for joining us at Cults to Consciousness. This storytelling podcast is meant to be for entertainment purposes only and does not substitute for medical advice. We may discuss triggering topics and we ask that you make your personal mental health a priority. Lastly, the opinions of our guests do not necessarily reflect the opinions of the host.**

Raised by Scientology and forced into the Sea Org and labor intensive youth camps, Mike Brown didn't have a choice but to be indoctrinated and used by the organization. After he managed to escape, leaving behind his mother and wife, years later he learned of the extreme elder ab*se that was happening. Determined to save his mother who was quickly being worked to death, he devised a plan to break her out and nurse her back to health before it was too late. Click here to watch on YouTubeFind Mike:  YT @mikebrown101If you need help escaping Scientology, visit:https://www.theaftermathfoundation.org/**FULLY BOOKED** Our C2C vacation where we can meet you in real life and go on adventures together has sold out! However,  you can add yourself to our waitlist in case of cancellations.   Click here to go to the official booking page How Mike Brown and his family got involved in ScientologyWhat it was like for Mike in his youth having auditing sessionsE meters, past lives, and powersMike being told at 7 years old that he has super powersMike's mother joined the Sea Org and Mike runs around LAAt 13 Mike gets moved to a ranch to be used as work force How the topic of s*x was treated for teens in ScientologyThe pun*ishments for crossing the lineWhen Mike decides to leave at 15Mike gets married at 18 - the problems he facedMike and his wife were encouraged to get an ab*rtionDavid Miscavige blows up on Mike's wife, Mike ultimately leavesMike is reunited with his father after he leaves ScientologyMike thinks his mother is being well taken care ofHow Mike realized his mother wasn't safeHow Mike's mother is doing now (and what happened to her)Scientology vs. MormonismHow Mike is doing nowOur Merch! Patreon: Patreon.com/cultstoconsciousnessVenmo @sheliseannAny donations are welcome and appreciated to support the making of this podcastWebsite CultsToConsciousness.comFind Shelise on Social media!Instagram @cultstoconsciousnessHost Instagram @sheliseannTikTok @cults.to.consciousnessTwitter @cultstoconTheme Song Produced and Composed by Christian Guevara**Disclaimer: Thanks for joining us at Cults to Consciousness. This storytelling podcast is meant to be for entertainment purposes only and does not substitute for medical advice. We may discuss triggering topics and we ask that you make your personal mental health a priority. Lastly, the opinions of our guests do not necessarily reflect the opinions of the host.**

The troubled teen industry has been in the limelight lately for its more than questionable tactics to “reform” kids. Add in a heavy dose of religious extremism and you have the sometimes fatal Independent Fundamental Baptist all-girl's school Ashley attended. The most common sentence was 1 year of brutal manual labor, peer-inflicted punishments and psychological warfare. Click here to watch on YouTubeFind Ashley on Social!IG @ashfilet Facebook https://www.facebook.com/ashley.kellam**FULLY BOOKED** Our C2C vacation where we can meet you in real life and go on adventures together has sold out! However,  you can add yourself to our waitlist in case of cancellations.   Click here to go to the official booking page How did Ashley's family become involved in the church?Why Ashley got sent to the girl's boarding schoolHow did the rules change after joining the IFB?Boarding school expectations vs reality...Ashley's game plan for survival"The Get Right Room"Ashley's shame and guiltHow the parents were also manipulatedTW: Mentions of su*cide and de@thWhat did Ashley learn in school?Were there other IFB schools?Forgetting the IFB schoolHow was Ashley changed after boarding school?Survivor's PromHolding space for yourselfWhat brings Ashley peace and joy now?Our Merch! Patreon: Patreon.com/cultstoconsciousnessVenmo @sheliseannAny donations are welcome and appreciated to support the making of this podcastWebsite CultsToConsciousness.comFind Shelise on Social media!Instagram @cultstoconsciousnessHost Instagram @sheliseannTikTok @cults.to.consciousnessTwitter @cultstoconTheme Song Produced and Composed by Christian Guevara**Disclaimer: Thanks for joining us at Cults to Consciousness. This storytelling podcast is meant to be for entertainment purposes only and does not substitute for medical advice. We may discuss triggering topics and we ask that you make your personal mental health a priority. Lastly, the opinions of our guests do not necessarily reflect the opinions of the host.**

Disguised as a wholesome Christian school for troubled youth, was a house of horrors for those unlucky enough to be placed there. Diabolical and dangerous punishm*nts, intense physical labor left these girls scarred in more ways than one.  The documentary “Let Us Prey”, finally started to expose the secrets behind the walls of the school and within the IFB (Independent Fundamental Baptist) churches as a whole. Amanda shares her story, as a young one of parents who ran one of these schools.Click here to watch on YouTube TikTok: @notmyfathersdaughter3 Support SheliseAny donations are welcome and appreciated to support the making of this podcast**FULLY BOOKED** Our C2C vacation where we can meet you in real life and go on adventures together has sold out! However,  you can add yourself to our waitlist in case of cancellations.   Click here to go to the official booking page Beliefs and rules of the IFB (Independent Fundamental Baptists)TW: CA in various formsHow the boarding schools are related to IFBDoctrines that promoted ab*se at homeCulottes or skirts? Rules tighten at Agape.TW: CA-Amanda's dad learns new punishmentsTW: CA - Amanda's grandmother calls CPSAre these group homes still running?What's the draw of sending your kid to an IFB boarding school?Sad*stic parents? Or good intentions?What was Amanda's actual education like there?Trapped at Circle of Hope until age 30 – Rachel Kellso's storyTW: CA -5 point restraint punishm*nt at IFB schools How did Amanda finally escape boarding school?"We aren't a cult...THEY are!" DeconstructingRepeating damaging patriarchal patternsWhere are Amanda's parents now?Agape shuts down (with some help from TikTok)How Amanda has been since "Let Us Prey" releasedOur Merch! Patreon: Patreon.com/cultstoconsciousnessVenmo @sheliseannAny donations are welcome and appreciated to support the making of this podcastWebsite CultsToConsciousness.comFind Shelise on Social media!Instagram @cultstoconsciousnessHost Instagram @sheliseannTikTok @cults.to.consciousnessTwitter @cultstoconTheme Song Produced and Composed by Christian Guevara**Disclaimer: Thanks for joining us at Cults to Consciousness. This storytelling podcast is meant to be for entertainment purposes only and does not substitute for medical advice. We may discuss triggering topics and we ask that you make your personal mental health a priority. Lastly, the opinions of our guests do not necessarily reflect the opinions of the host.**

In this episode of Tiny Pulpit Talks, Revs. Daniel, Beth, and T. J. discuss the opening of the Truth Pregnancy Resource Center, whose mission is to provide fact-based care and counseling to pregnant persons in the Dallas, TX area in need of accessible prenatal care, safe and legal abortion, or inclusive and equitable adoption services. They also discuss other ways the church is making a difference, locally and globally. View the Dallas Morning New story here: View the KERA story here: Tiny Pulpit Talks is a podcast series from First Unitarian Church of Dallas that takes a behind-the-scenes look at ministry from a Unitarian Universalist perspective. This is a rare opportunity to see what goes into crafting meaningful and inspirational sermons and how worship comes together each Sunday. Subscribe to get updates about new episodes here on YouTube or wherever you get your podcasts.

Pastor Mark Driscoll was recently kicked off stage by Pastor John Lindell when he started his speaking time off at the Stronger Men's Conference, hosted at Lindell's James River Church. Driscoll was upset that there was an acrobat/sword swallower, who turned out to be a former stripper as part of the festivities opening the conference. That's a sentence I never thought I'd put in a podcast description. “The Jezebel spirit opened our event,” Driscoll said, after explaining he was hoarse because he had been up since 1 a.m. praying. “. . . Before the word of God was opened, there was a platform. It was a high place. On it was a pole, an Asherah. The same thing that's used in a strip club for women, who have the Jezebel spirit to seduce men." The two seemed to reconcile publically late in the conference, but since then accusations are flying about Mark allegedly undermining the leadership and sowing discord at James River Church. Do men's conferences need all the spectacle? Motorcross, tanks, flamethrowers, sword swallowers, etc? Was Driscoll correct in publicly rebuking the conference? How should disagreements between church leaders or Christians in general be handled? Plus Andy is the victim of Jeff's Rapid Fire, Josh Howerton may have plagiarized his apology for a bad joke, & listener feedback. This is far more than a TMZ-style gossipy reaction episode. So dig in and let us know what you think! Links for more context: https://www.christianpost.com/news/megachurch-pastor-defends-apology-from-allegations-of-plagiarism.htmlhttps://julieroys.com/john-lindell-urges-mark-driscoll-repent-trying-destroy-church/ https://julieroys.com/opinion-mark-driscoll-matthew-18ed-slamming-strip-act-mens-conference/If you like what you see, SUBSCRIBE & SHARE IT this week! Contact Us:  brosbiblesbeer@gmail.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ YouTubeSimpleCastSpotifyApple PodcastsFacebook ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠XInstaBros Bibles & Beer is: Jeff, Zack & Andy Find us wherever fine podcasts are distributed. Oh, and share us with a friend this week! Grace. Peace. Cheers!

In episode 233, we dive into the intricate relationship between faith and politics, exploring how faith should inform our political views while examining the pitfalls that arise when politics dominate our faith. We also address the challenges that emerge when political ideologies overshadow our faith principles. From divisiveness and polarization to the dangers of dogmatism and exclusion, we explore the potential pitfalls of allowing politics to dictate our religious convictions. We also react to different clips of Charlie Kirk and Greg Locke who seem to be allowing their politics to dominate their faith. But you be the judge and let us know what you think!  Also, we read and react to LISTENER FEEBACK!Our aim is to foster understanding, promote dialogue, and inspire listeners to approach the intersection of faith and politics with wisdom and discernment. We were joined by Brian Lockridge of Girl Dad USA. He's a very thoughtful man and we really benefitted from talking to him!We focus more on his fascinating personal story from our previous convo with him in episode 141 you can find HERE  Check out Brian's company Girl Dad USA:Produced by "Nasty" Nate CliffordIf you like what you see, SUBSCRIBE & SHARE IT this week! YouTubeSimpleCastSpotifyApple PodcastsFacebook ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠XInsta⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Email: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠brosbiblesbeer@gmail.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Bros Bibles & Beer is: Jeff, Zack & Andy Find us wherever fine podcasts are distributed. Oh, and share us with a friend this week! Grace. Peace. Cheers!

In the first episode of Tiny Pulpit Talks, Rev. T. J. FitzGerald interviews Rev. Beth Dana about her recent sermon "A Place of Practice," in which she explores church as a place to practice living in this world and building the world we dream about. Tiny Pulpit Talks is a new podcast series from First Unitarian Church of Dallas that takes a behind-the-scenes look at ministry from a Unitarian Universalist perspective. This is a rare opportunity to see what goes into crafting meaningful and inspirational sermons and how worship comes together each Sunday. Subscribe so you don't miss an episode!

In episode 233, we dive into the intricate relationship between faith and politics, exploring how faith should inform our political views while examining the pitfalls that arise when politics dominate our faith. We also address the challenges that emerge when political ideologies overshadow our faith principles. From divisiveness and polarization to the dangers of dogmatism and exclusion, we explore the potential pitfalls of allowing politics to dictate our religious convictions. We also react to different clips of Charlie Kirk and Greg Locke who seem to be allowing their politics to dominate their faith. But you be the judge and let us know what you think!  Also, we read and react to LISTENER FEEBACK!Our aim is to foster understanding, promote dialogue, and inspire listeners to approach the intersection of faith and politics with wisdom and discernment. We were joined by Brian Lockridge of Girl Dad USA. He's a very thoughtful man and we really benefitted from talking to him!We focus more on his fascinating personal story from our previous convo with him in episode 141 you can find HERE  Check out Brian's company Girld Dad USA:Produced by "Nasty" Nate CliffordIf you like what you see, SUBSCRIBE & SHARE IT this week! YouTubeSimpleCastSpotifyApple PodcastsFacebook ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠XInsta⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Email: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠brosbiblesbeer@gmail.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Bros Bibles & Beer is: Jeff, Zack & Andy Find us wherever fine podcasts are distributed. Oh, and share us with a friend this week! Grace. Peace. Cheers!

Joined for a second time by Mary (former Amish) and Hannah (former Holdeman Mennonite), we discuss the ways in which being gay/bi in their settlements harshly affected them and how queer plain people are generally erased from society. Bringing awareness and visibility to the LGBTQ community, they share their experiences openly and shed light on the disproportionate harm they faced.Watch Mary's original episodeWatch Hannah's original episodehttps://www.lgbtamish.com/The Trevor ProjectHannah's bookFollow Hannah on social media:TikTok: @hannahprosser_beatMary's BookFollow Mary on Social:IG @plainrainbows_mary Fb: https://www.facebook.com/Mary.A.Byler/TikTok: the.misfit.amishThe Misfit Amish PodcastOur C2C vacation where we can meet you in real life and go on adventures together has 5 spots left!  Click here to go to the official booking page Hannah explains some basic rules about her Holdeman Mennonite settlementMary explains the basic rules in her Amish settlementModesty and hyper-sexulization of womenMarriage without courtship in MennonitesCourtship in Mary's Amish settlementsTW: CSA-“Sex education" booklet for parents to teach kidsWhen Hannah recognized she had feelings for girls The consequences of Mary coming out to her parents at 5 yrs oldTW: LGBTQ suicide- The Trevor ProjectHow strict gender roles affected Mary's mentalitySome Amish are run out of their settlement when it's found out they are gayTW: Rape- Do the Amish have conversion therapy?Mary's advice for anyone leaving the Amish trying to find themselvesMary's activismOur Merch! Patreon: Patreon.com/cultstoconsciousnessVenmo @sheliseannAny donations are welcome and appreciated to support the making of this podcastWebsite CultsToConsciousness.comFind Shelise on Social media!Instagram @cultstoconsciousnessHost Instagram @sheliseannTikTok @cults.to.consciousnessTwitter @cultstoconTheme Song Produced and Composed by Christian Guevara**Disclaimer: Thanks for joining us at Cults to Consciousness. This storytelling podcast is meant to be for entertainment purposes only and does not substitute for medical advice. We may discuss triggering topics and we ask that you make your personal mental health a priority. Lastly, the opinions of our guests do not necessarily reflect the opinions of the host.**

*Content Warning : SA, CA, CSA, mentions of rape* After enduring an excruciating youth at the hands of her mother and step father, isolated on a mountainside, Misty was forced into an Amish settlement at 18 years old. Though in many ways this new lifestyle was far more liberating than what she was used to, it came with darker days than she could've ever imagined. Hurt and blamed by those most trusted she took a risk and tried to escape. Http://www.Change.org/childrightsact to sign Misty's petition to get congress to come in and protect the youth locked in cultsFind and Support Misty!Buy her book "Tears of the Silenced"IG @mistyelainegriffinFacebook: Misty GriffinWebsite: https://www.mistygriffin.comOur C2C vacation where we can meet you in real life and go on adventures together has 5 spots left!  Click here to go to the official booking page Misty's early youthWhy did Misty's father become Amish?Misty's father tries everything to keep her isolatedAmish homeschool educationThe neighborhood knew and did nothingMisty's dad was sabotaging herHow Misty adjusted to being a teen in one of the strictest Amish communities in the U.S.What it was like going from isolation to lots of siblingsNot knowing how to use money or a phone"The woman is the temptress"Amish protocols for handling CSA "The entire community was in on the plot"TW: CSAMisty couldn't report her ab*ser without being blamedSA, CSA (Misty catches the bishop with his daughter) This has got to stopTW:SA (Misty runs away during an ass*ult)Misty's neighbor drives her to the policeAmish are treated like a sovereign nationThere are 7 little ones still living in that houseMisty leaves the AmishPerps get a slap on the wrist in the AmishHow Misty adjusts to life outside the AmishMisty's motivation to speak outMisty finds herselfMisty's book makes an impactThe bishop's ch*ldren reach out to MistyDoes Misty feel like she got justice?TW: CSAWhy is ab*se so prevalent in Amish communities?What can be done to help Amish youth?Our Merch! Patreon: Patreon.com/cultstoconsciousnessVenmo @sheliseannAny donations are welcome and appreciated to support the making of this podcastWebsite CultsToConsciousness.comFind Shelise on Social media!Instagram @cultstoconsciousnessHost Instagram @sheliseannTikTok @cults.to.consciousnessTwitter @cultstoconTheme Song Produced and Composed by Christian Guevara**Disclaimer: Thanks for joining us at Cults to Consciousness. This storytelling podcast is meant to be for entertainment purposes only and does not substitute for medical advice. We may discuss triggering topics and we ask that you make your personal mental health a priority. Lastly, the opinions of our guests do not necessarily reflect the opinions of the host.**

*Content Warning: sexual assault, rape, prostitution, attempted murder* Due to lack of education when she left the strict Swartzentruber settlement, Naomi slipped into exotic dancing, prostitution, drugs, and almost getting murdered.  In this episode, she opens up about her trials and tribulations with growing up Amish, her dark reality afterward, and eventually finding the light at the end of the tunnel.Naomi's book:  The Amazing Adventures of an Amish StripperFind and support Naomi:IG & TT:  @AmishInspiration https://www.instagram.com/AmishInspirationhttps://www.tiktok.com/@amishinspirationHow strict Swartzentruber Amish are raisedNaomi's exposure to the outside worldSwartzentruber Amish Purity CultureHow the Amish talk about pregnancyTW: SA, Rape Frequency in Amish CommunitiesTW: SA Correlation To Sex EducationSleeping In The Same Bed Before MarriageBuying English Panties For The First TimeThe Amish Time Of The MonthNaomi's relationship with her parentsWhen Naomi started to rebel / first sexual experienceNaomi decides to leave the settlementTW: ProstitutionNaomi moves states with her boyfriendNaomi finds ways to make moneyTW: Naomi's first exotic dancing experienceNaomi's Empowerment With Her SexualityDid Naomi feel like she had no other option than to dance?Naomi's first time with a woman and other "why not" momentsTW: Drugs, ProstitutionTW: Attempted murderNaomi moves to California and moves onNaomi decides to go to collegeNaomi's Experience With PolyamoryNaomi's Powerful StatementHow is Naomi doing now?Our Merch! Patreon: Patreon.com/cultstoconsciousnessVenmo @sheliseannAny donations are welcome and appreciated to support the making of this podcastWebsite CultsToConsciousness.comFind Shelise on Social media!Instagram @cultstoconsciousnessHost Instagram @sheliseannTikTok @cults.to.consciousnessTwitter @cultstoconTheme Song Produced and Composed by Christian Guevara**Disclaimer: Thanks for joining us at Cults to Consciousness. This storytelling podcast is meant to be for entertainment purposes only and does not substitute for medical advice. We may discuss triggering topics and we ask that you make your personal mental health a priority. Lastly, the opinions of our guests do not necessarily reflect the opinions of the host.**

In this wildly thought-provoking episode, we delve into the divergent beliefs surrounding the anticipated return of Jesus Christ. While some interpretations envision a scenario of divine retribution, where Jesus returns to enact judgment and slaughter his enemies, others propose a more nuanced and hopeful perspective. We react to a video by a prominent pastor at the recent ShepCon '24 where he said, among other things that when Jesus returns, he will "shish kebab us". This and much more!Episode produced by Jeff Rogers. You'll want to check out his YouTube Channel Fascinating World.If you like what you see, SUBSCRIBE & SHARE IT this week! YouTubeSimpleCastSpotifyApple PodcastsFacebook ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠XInsta⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Email: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠brosbiblesbeer@gmail.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Bros Bibles & Beer is: Jeff, Zack & Andy Find us wherever fine podcasts are distributed. Oh, and share us with a friend this week! Grace. Peace. Cheers!

On Episode 229 the Bros react to a video clip of professional anti-deconstructionist, Alisa Childers. What is deconstruction? Is it always wrong? Are people who deconstruct their faith misunderstood? Is there a healthy way to do it? We wrestle with this and more. Plus Jeff had a "Gin-cident", Andy puts Satan through a workout, and Zack ALWAYS wants people to know he deconstructed before it was cool. SUBSCRIBE AND GENTLY BOOP THE LIKE BUTTON. Get into it and let us know what you think!If you like what you see, SUBSCRIBE & SHARE IT this week! YouTubeSimpleCast SpotifyApple PodcastsFacebook ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠XInsta⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Email: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠brosbiblesbeer@gmail.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Bros Bibles & Beer is: Jeff, Zack & Andy Find us wherever fine podcasts are distributed. Oh, and share us with a friend this week! Grace. Peace. Cheers!

Angela J Herrington is a faith deconstruction coach and host of The Deconstructing Faith Summit who helps people break free from toxic religious culture & empowers them to recover from #churchhurt. She has led online ministries for a decade, enjoys working with clients 1:1, in groups, and is a dynamic conference speaker. She holds a BA from Indiana Wesleyan and a Masters in Leadership from Wesley Seminary. Her graduate research project focused on leadership development and opportunities for Gen X women in the US church. She has published articles in Hope for Women and HOPE is Now magazines. She has been featured in The New Republic, Publisher's Today, and Religion News Service. In this nuanced and important conversation, Angela explains her own process of deconstruction and outlines some of the ways in which she now encourages her clients to rebuild their lives post-deconstruction in the healthiest and most beneficial ways possible. Before You Go: Rachel expands on Angela's idea of rebuilding the self after deconstruction and offers tips on safely "reconstructing" on your own terms. You can find more info on Angela and her new book at: https://www.angelajherrington.com All of Rachel's free informational PDF documents are available here: www.rachelbernsteintherapy.com/pdf.html All of Rachel's video lectures are available for purchase here: rachelbernsteintherapy.com/videos.html To help support the show monthly and get bonus episodes, shirts, and tote bags, please visit: www.patreon.com/indoctrination Prefer to support the IndoctriNation show with a one-time donation? Use this link: www.paypal.me/indoctrination Connect with us on Social Media: Twitter: twitter.com/_indoctrination Facebook: www.facebook.com/indoctrinationpodcast Tik Tok: www.tiktok.com/@indoctrinationpodcast Instagram: www.instagram.com/indoctrinationpodcast/ YouTube: www.youtube.com/rachelbernsteinlmft You can always help the show for free by leaving a rating on Spotify or a review on Apple/ iTunes. It really helps the visibility of the show!

Summary This conversation between Tim Whitaker and Deconstruction Girl revolves around the topic of deconstruction within Christianity. They discuss the misunderstandings and misconceptions surrounding deconstruction, the validity of deconstructing one's faith, the issue of gatekeeping and labeling, the straw man argument often used against deconstruction, the concept of atonement and sacrifice, the importance of deconstruction, and the futility of arguing with those who are not open to understanding different perspectives. The conversation explores the process of deconstructing faith and responding to questions about it. It delves into the examination of beliefs and the challenges of holding on to faith. The concept of sin and its loaded meaning is discussed, along with the need to expand its definition. The complexity of defining sin is explored, considering its cultural and historical contexts. The conversation also highlights the importance of exposure and normalization of different perspectives. Finally, the response to criticism and the experience of celebrity status are addressed. Takeaways Deconstruction is often misunderstood and misrepresented within Christianity. Deconstructing one's faith is a valid and personal journey that should be respected. Gatekeeping and labeling can be harmful and dismissive of individual experiences. The straw man argument is frequently used to undermine the validity of deconstruction. The concept of atonement and sacrifice in Christianity can be complex and diverse. Deconstruction plays an important role in personal growth and understanding one's faith. Arguing with those who are not open to different perspectives can be futile and unproductive. Deconstruction of faith involves examining beliefs and questioning their validity. The concept of sin is loaded and its definition can vary depending on cultural and historical contexts. Expanding the definition of sin allows for a more nuanced understanding of its impact. Exposure to different perspectives can lead to a reevaluation of beliefs and a more inclusive worldview. Chapters 00:00 Introduction and Background 03:00 The Misunderstanding of Deconstruction 08:14 The Validity of Deconstruction 13:22 Gatekeeping and Labeling 17:25 The Straw Man Argument 21:59 The Atonement and Sacrifice 26:23 The Importance of Deconstruction 28:06 The Experience of Salvation 32:20 The Futility of Arguing 34:23 Deconstructing Faith and Responding to Questions 35:22 Examining Beliefs and Holding on to Faith 36:10 The Concept of Sin and its Loaded Meaning 37:41 Expanding the Definition of Sin 38:18 Understanding Sin in a Systemic Context 39:15 The Complexity of Defining Sin 40:19 Sin in Different Cultural and Historical Contexts 41:16 Reevaluating the Concept of Sin 42:13 Exposure and Normalization of Different Perspectives 43:32 Celebrity Status and Response to Criticism Follow Deconstruction Girl Learn more about The Summit For Religious Freedom Follow Us On Instagram @thenewevangelicals  Subscribe On YouTube Support Our Work Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices