Smarticle - Chris Marchand and The Wall of Silence - Part 2

In this episode, the hosts continue their conversation with Chris Marchand, the creator of the Wall of Silence podcast that highlights stories of abuse within the Anglican Church of North America (ACNA). The episode begins with powerful words from Kelly Goewey, criticizing the church's handling of abuse allegations. The discussion explores the complexities and failures of institutional processes, the psychological impact on victims and whistleblowers, and the broader cultural issues within the church. Chris shares his personal struggles, the backlash he has faced, and his ongoing commitment to advocating for abuse survivors. This candid conversation aims to spark critical reflection within religious communities about how they handle abuse allegations and support victims. 00:00 Introduction: What Would Jesus Do? 01:03 The Complexity of ACNA Processes 01:50 Personal Experience with Institutional Inaction 02:24 The Solar System Analogy 02:55 Jesus' Teachings and ACNA's Failures 03:35 Introduction to the Podcast and Chris Marchand 04:08 Understanding Victims and Church Inaction 06:12 The Culture Wars in the Church 07:40 The Psychology of Church Reactions 08:55 Chris Marchand's Personal Struggles 12:33 The Role of Media and Public Perception 14:58 ACNA Too: Goals and Misconceptions 17:51 Chris Marchand's Faith and Final Thoughts [e-mail] @Smarticleshow @BDDoble @larryolson threads.net/@smarticleshow @brand.dobes The Smarticle Podcast

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