Sons of Patriarchy A Museum for Saints: Abuse in the CREC, Part 7
Dec 12, 2024
Jade Miller, a former Logos School student and soon-to-be memoirist, shares her chilling experiences of spiritual and sexual violations within CREC communities. She discusses the grooming tactics used by teachers, her rebellion against strict authority, and the lasting impact on her life. An anonymous man, who faced ethical dilemmas and hostility at a church-affiliated workplace, recounts his struggles with fraud pressure and community ostracization. Both guests provide critical insights into the dangers of conformity and the importance of healing through storytelling.
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Victim-Blaming By Authority Figures
- After the incidents Jade was blamed without being asked what happened, reinforcing power dynamics.
- Authority figures framed the harm as her fault and taught her to distrust her own feelings.
Marriage As Escape Route
- Jade married very young partly to escape her stepfather's authority and regain safety after the abuse fallout.
- That marriage and subsequent life choices were shaped by the aftermath of school and church handling.
Stop And Test Your Feelings
- Ask why your body feels unsafe and stop when it does rather than just apologizing and moving on.
- Seek perspectives outside the church and find people you can trust to talk to.
