Do you want to see a positive shift within religious communities, addressing the damaging effects of abuse? Are you eager to create change and raise awareness within faith communities? Join us as we welcome guest Sarah Stankorb, who will share the solution to achieving increased awareness and action in addressing abuse within religious contexts. Together, let's work towards a transformative outcome, where the harmful effects of abuse within faith communities are recognized and addressed.
My special guest is Sarah Stankorb (http://sarahstankorb.com/)
Sarah Stankorb is not just a journalist; she's an advocate for the unseen and unheard. Her remarkable talent transcends reporting, establishing her as a genuine voice of change within society. Her work resonates with empathy - sketching heart-touching narratives in renowned publications such as The Washington Post and New York Times. In her latest book, 'Disobedient Women (http://sarahstankorb.com/disobedient-women) ', Sarah unveils the deeply haunting experiences of abuse suffered within faith communities. This isn't the limit of her prowess - with qualifications from the University of Chicago's Divinity School and Westminster College, Sarah brings an enriched, well-rounded perspective to her work. Her compassion and zeal
The online reckoning has brought together a community of wounded survivors, revealing the commonality of their experiences and the need for healing and reform within faith communities. - Sarah Stankorb
In this episode, you will be able to:
• Peel back the taboos surrounding exploitation hidden in the folds of religion.
• Contemplate the societal constructs that endorse gender limitations within evangelical communities.
• Recognize the long-term impact of abuse masked in the garb of spiritual beliefs.
• Appreciate the role of online platforms in forging a solidarity among survivors of abuse.
• Galvanize the need to uplift silenced voices of women, a vital step for inclusive religious spaces.
The resources mentioned in this episode are:
• Pre-order Sarah Stankorb's new book, Disobedient Women: How a Small Group of Faithful Women Exposed Abuse, Brought Down Powerful Pastors, and Started an Evangelical Reckoning (https://www.hachettebookgroup.com/titles/sarah-stankorb/disobedient-women/9781546003823/?lens=worthy-books) on her website or through major online book retailers.
• Follow Sarah Stankorb on social media (Twitter (https://twitter.com/sarahstankorb) , Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/sarahstankorb/) , Threads (https://www.threads.net/@sarahstankorb) ) for updates on her book release and other writings.
• Read Sarah Stankorb's articles and essays on women's issues, faith, and culture in publications like the Washington Post, New York Times, Vogue, Marie Claire, Glamour, and O Magazine.
• Explore Sarah Stankorb's previous works, including her award-winning article Rape Culture Lives Here.
• Support the Society of Professional Journalists and the Religion News Association, of which Sarah Stankorb is a member.
• Consider studying ethics, religion, history, or philosophy at the University of Chicago's Divinity School or Westminster College, where Sarah Stankorb graduated with honors.
• Reflect on the impact of silencing and the importance of using your voice, inspired by Sarah Stankorb's personal experience with a vocal disorder.
• Challenge toxic theology and harmful narratives
It's long overdue to recognize women in this way that have been trailblazing reform in these faith-based environments. - Sarah Stankorb
The key moments in this episode are:
00:00:02 - Introduction,
00:01:22 - Sarah Stankorb's Background,
00:03:00 - Unique Perspective on Religion,
00:06:04 - Personal Experience of Silencing,
00:10:09 - Birth of a Counter Movement,
00:13:58 - Damage to Women in Evangelical Worlds,
00:18:51 - The Intensity of Abuse Paired with Faith,
00:22:31 - The Impact of Spiritual Abuse,
00:26:13 - The Online Reckoning and #MeToo,
00:30:20 - The Revelation of Widespread Abuse,
00:37:36 - The Impact of Silencing Women,
00:38:44 - Lack of Attention to Women Leaving the Church,
00:41:10 - Reasons for the Lack of Attention,
00:42:12 - Ignoring the Issue in Megachurches,
00:53:44 - DBT Therapy and Moving Forward,
00:54:10 - Being a Part of Change,
00:54:45 - Gratitude and Appreciation,
00:55:30 - Crucial Time in the History of the Church,
00:56:10 - Strength in Community,
Unmasking spiritual maltreatment within faith communities. The podcast accentuates the worsening impact of abuse once it becomes intertwined with faith. Victims don't face just physical or emotional trauma, but also spiritual distress as their belief systems get manipulated. This unique form of trauma is often neglected and needs equal recognition as other forms of mistreatment
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