Preacher Boys Podcast

Eric Skwarczynski

An ex-fundamentalist sheds light on the dark side of the church… from the pulpit to the pews.

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Sep 30, 2020 • 16min

080: SOLO | Predatory Youth Pastor Victor Monteiro Gets Early Release in California

On this episode, Eric breaks down 3 major stories from this week. Eric gives a frustrating update about sexual predator, Victor Monteiro. Hear how Paris Hilton is continuing to shine a massive light on the Troubled Teen Industry. Sign her petition here: https://www.youtube.com/redirect?v=lv5wTgySQzI&event=video_description&q=https%3A%2F%2Fbit.ly%2F34aUpxV&redir_token=QUFFLUhqbHI3M0NNekZPODlrc1BVbFN1ZjVuWDN0U2VGZ3xBQ3Jtc0tubGtEcHFlaGdZTFktY3ptaGtjV3p1MDJtY3V2TWlmMXhYUGlQZG5qV0dzRUw1ekZBemVyUTUtRmZxdEdlVkJSdWVrSVoxcEZuT05GVUJmSnRkRjBBWXhmRC0tTTE0Qzl0cWtUMjYzamhGangzRlc5cw%3D%3D (https://bit.ly/34aUpxV) Justice FINALLY occurs in a case against a predatory pastor in Sandusky, Ohio. Read more: https://www.youtube.com/redirect?v=lv5wTgySQzI&event=video_description&q=https%3A%2F%2Fbit.ly%2F2EJemmM&redir_token=QUFFLUhqbkQ3bzZoaWRKMGRNdTk5bWtYNzVDaWVVOGRCZ3xBQ3Jtc0tsa2RMd0tycXFmZDBrZWJRdjhwV1RNc1dWNHdycWZQdnZPa1JVSkUtVXBOLVVDTURxZnhNRGZIS09oR3RNREZXN00wX0diemY2NkhlSmZYQVBQelVrV1NxNDVfamZxMmhqb1dfWnJmaGVOS1Z3c2Jqbw%3D%3D (https://bit.ly/2EJemmM) This episode is brought to you by Podcorn. Explore sponsorship opportunities and start monetizing your podcast by signing up here: https://www.youtube.com/redirect?v=lv5wTgySQzI&event=video_description&q=https%3A%2F%2Fpodcorn.com%2Fpodcasters%2F&redir_token=QUFFLUhqbDk0SVVzWXF1b2c5RjJaYkpQenA0elF0NDhfd3xBQ3Jtc0tuNzEtbUpsYXFFU0puVzZnUTh6Zk5TUDVBRGcwMUdBUjN2cEZaRVBnVFEwOWwxeExWLWFLUl9hSUc2aGQ1cmVjNF9leXlkUGVHVEZCYWlWWUJQVmNXaXAzU1JUVndTX0dQbnl2a3VsRktvOF90UmV2Zw%3D%3D (https://podcorn.com/podcasters/) Find more stories regarding the IFB movement by visiting: preacherboysdoc.com https://www.facebook.com/preacherboysdoc/ (https://www.facebook.com/preacherboysdoc/) https://twitter.com/preacherboysdoc (https://twitter.com/preacherboysdoc) https://www.instagram.com/preacherboysdoc/ (https://www.instagram.com/preacherboysdoc/) To connect with a community who share the Preacher Boys Podcast mission to expose abuse in the IFB, join the OFFICIAL Preacher Boys Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1403898676438188/ (https://www.facebook.com/groups/1403898676438188/) This episode is sponsored by/brought to you by BetterHelp. Give online therapy a try at betterhelp.com/PreacherBoys and get on your way to being your best self.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/preacher-boys-podcast/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Sep 27, 2020 • 21min

076: Defamation Lawsuit Filed Against Cameron Giovanelli, Sarah Giovanelli, and Immanuel Baptist Church

A defamation lawsuit has been filed against Cameron Giovanelli, his wife, Sarah Giovanelli, and Immanuel Baptist Church by survivor Sarah Jackson. preacherboysdoc.com This episode is sponsored by/brought to you by BetterHelp. Give online therapy a try at betterhelp.com/PreacherBoys and get on your way to being your best self.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/preacher-boys-podcast/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Sep 23, 2020 • 1h 28min

075: Break These Chains | Diana Winkler's Escape from the Trap of Abuse

Singer, Songwriter, Empowerment Speaker, and Domestic Violence Advocate, Diana Winkler, states that her directive and mission are strong, but simple: Not just to entertain, but to offer a musical safe haven. Her story, behind the lyrics, is one that has led her to embrace individuals who have been trapped in the "behind closed doors" subject of abuse. Diana’s artistic journey began when she was a young child. While growing up, she was involved in various forms of the Arts, which included theatre, choir and dance. Diana felt that she had been created to cultivate these gifts to serve others. When attending Bible College in Fairfax, VA, Diana received formal voice and piano training. Her studies also focused on overseas missions and church music. Diana also used her language skills to minister to the Hispanic community. It was during this period of time that the vision of a music ministry began to take form within her. Armed with education, experience and an invigorated passion for music, Diana began to make a name for herself within the local music community. Diana’s musical expression of classical and traditional church worship music was best known for the blend of a deep, low range and soaring high notes. Throughout the upcoming years, she led various worship teams as a lead vocalist, choir director, church pianist, and also used her abilities to teach voice to aspiring students. Her skills and passion for local and global ministries enabled her to be part of church planting in Pennsylvania, New Jersey, Virginia and Arizona, along with serving in the countries of Puerto Rico and Canada. But all was not well with Diana. She was someone who had become a victim of verbal and emotional abuse. She describes her despair, "I felt like I was trapped, and none of the options in front of me were very good ones. So, for a long time, I stayed." This kind of darkness was changing Diana from the inside out. Her life as a Christian musicianary was beautiful and she blessed many others, yet all the while, the feelings of emptiness, depression and hopelessness in her personal life began to take its toll. Diana says, “I woke up one morning more depressed than I have been in my whole life. I could not imagine bearing another year in this prison. I cried out to God, and said, ' I can't live like this anymore. I am willing to take whatever consequences are for leaving this situation, but I am getting out before it destroys me'.” She knew that God had a plan for her life, and held on to that promise. Through much prayer and supplication, Diana decided to leave. This was one of the hardest, but necessary decisions she had ever made. Today, having been blessed with her current musician husband, Brian, Diana finds herself in the midst of the ministry that had been part of her early dreams. Residing in the Phoenix Metro area, Diana and Brian are writing original songs that have been birthed from her experiences. “This new project, which includes original songs and cover tunes, is a collection of music to educate, empower and encourage those who are going through and have survived domestic violence, both physical and emotional.”, exclaims Diana. This compilation is a mix of genres from blues, jazz, flamenco and country influences, taking a different direction from her first CD, Classic Favorites. Diana is working to increase awareness of domestic violence within her church and community through public speaking and sharing her music at many churches and local events. “Diana has a willing, sweet heart and a beautiful voice that complements her personality. She has been a valuable added member to our arts and worship team here at FBC Scottsdale.”, says Jessie Young, Director of Fine Arts, First Baptist Church, Scottsdale. Diana has recently partnered with Mending The Soul Ministries, a faith-based small group program for those healing from abuse. "This is a top...This episode is sponsored by/brought to you by BetterHelp. Give online therapy a try at betterhelp.com/PreacherBoys and get on your way to being your best self.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/preacher-boys-podcast/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Sep 20, 2020 • 1h 2min

074: The Power of Empathy ft. Will Hess (The Church Split Podcast)

Sep 19, 2020 • 28min

073: Analyzing California Bill SB 145 (ft. David Gibbs III)

David C. Gibbs III serves as president and general counsel of the National Center for Life and Liberty (NCLL), a legal ministry that protects the rights of churches and Christian organizations nationwide, with offices in California, Florida, North Carolina, and Texas. A graduate of Duke University School of Law, Mr. Gibbs speaks regularly at churches and conferences across the country, while also litigating cases as a trial attorney. He has authored five books, including Fighting for Dear Life and Understanding the Constitution. On this episode, Eric and David discuss the new controversial https://leginfo.legislature.ca.gov/faces/billTextClient.xhtml?bill_id=201920200SB145 (California Bill SB 145). Connect with David Gibbs III: NCLL.org Find more stories regarding the IFB movement by visiting: https://open.acast.com/shows/5e123e2b355ab8560d61f99c/episodes/preacherboysdoc.com (preacherboysdoc.com) https://www.facebook.com/preacherboysdoc/ (https://www.facebook.com/preacherboysdoc/) https://twitter.com/preacherboysdoc (https://twitter.com/preacherboysdoc) https://www.instagram.com/preacherboysdoc/ (https://www.instagram.com/preacherboysdoc/) To connect with a community who share the Preacher Boys Podcast mission to expose abuse in the IFB, join the OFFICIAL Preacher Boys Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1403898676438188/ (https://www.facebook.com/groups/1403898676438188/) This episode is sponsored by/brought to you by BetterHelp. Give online therapy a try at betterhelp.com/PreacherBoys and get on your way to being your best self.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/preacher-boys-podcast/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Sep 18, 2020 • 38min

072: BONUS: Review of 'This Is Paris' (ft. Amanda Householder)

On this bonus episode, Eric sits down with Amanda Householder to discuss Paris Hilton's powerful new documentary, This is Paris. Amanda has been doing incredible work exposing abuse in the troubled teen industry, and I really valued her perspective on this! Find more stories regarding the IFB movement by visiting: https://open.acast.com/shows/5e123e2b355ab8560d61f99c/episodes/preacherboysdoc.com (preacherboysdoc.com) https://www.facebook.com/preacherboysdoc/ (https://www.facebook.com/preacherboysdoc/) https://twitter.com/preacherboysdoc (https://twitter.com/preacherboysdoc) https://www.instagram.com/preacherboysdoc/ (https://www.instagram.com/preacherboysdoc/) To connect with a community who share the Preacher Boys Podcast mission to expose abuse in the IFB, join the OFFICIAL Preacher Boys Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1403898676438188/ (https://www.facebook.com/groups/1403898676438188/) This episode is sponsored by/brought to you by BetterHelp. Give online therapy a try at betterhelp.com/PreacherBoys and get on your way to being your best self.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/preacher-boys-podcast/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Sep 16, 2020 • 9min

071: SOLO | Do You Really Want to Support Bruce Goddard's Children's Ministry?

He’s facing 4 simultaneous lawsuits, has had 7 ex-members go to the police over sexual abuse involving minors, but Bruce Goddard is not slowing down! He’s still more than willing to collect your checks. If you’re not familiar with Bruce Goddard, he is the pastor of Faith Baptist Church in Wildomar, CA – a church that is no stranger to sexual misconduct among its staff. To give you a simple timeline, - In 1991 and 1992 – Laverne Paul Fox engages in sexual relationships with minors, guilting them into silence. Upon discovering this situation, Pastor Bruce Goddard allegedly ordered Fox to leave the state. - 1998-2013 – Youth Pastor Malo “Victor” Monteiro began sexually preying on three teenage girls. Rachel Peach was 15 years old, Lea Ramirez left the church at 15 due to several advances, and April Avila was groomed from the age of 14 and eventually became a victim of sexual abuse. - 2013 – Monteiro leaves Faith Baptist Church to start a new church, Menifee Baptist Church. - 2016 – Monteiro suddenly leaves Menifee Baptist Church for undisclosed reasons. - 2017 – Jerald Arnold Nelson is arrested for possession of child pornography. The church has a history of both allegations and documented evidence of protecting abusers. First, you have Bruce Goddard allegedly failing to report Laverne Paul Fox's sexual misconduct with minors in 1992 and urging him to leave the state. This story was used as leverage over Victor Montiero's victims. Victor calmly reminded Rachel Peach that "preacher won't do anything." But refusing to report abuse is not some unwritten rule at Faith Baptist Church. It is literally a written one. In January 2020, a former member and victim of abuse from Faith Baptist Wildomar shared the church's three-page "Whistle-blower Policy." The instructions are crystal clear: "A supervisor who becomes aware of suspected misconduct should not report the case to an authorized law enforcement officer without first discussing the case with the Pastor, appointed Deacon, Staff Member, or Female Reporter." Keep in mind, the pastor is to be UNQUESTIONED which is always an ingredient for disaster in these types of cases. It also doesn't help that the church borrows teaching liberally from the church known for its abuse scandals – First Baptist Church of Hammond, Indiana. The church is currently advertising a class for young girls called Blue Denim & Lace, based on a book originally developed by the cult leader, adulterer, and defender of abusers, Jack Hyles. With this history, would you really feel compelled to raise $40k dollars to advance this man’s children's ministry? On top of how tone-deaf a challenge like this really is – since COVID has affected the income of many, especially in CA – an area that is already notoriously expensive, it’s also coming at a time where 4 people are actively suing the church for literally having their childhoods or teen years destroyed by abuse within the ministry in Wildomar – one wonders why resources aren’t being allocated to help them? Find more stories regarding the IFB movement by visiting: https://open.acast.com/shows/5e123e2b355ab8560d61f99c/episodes/preacherboysdoc.com (preacherboysdoc.com) https://www.facebook.com/preacherboysdoc/ (https://www.facebook.com/preacherboysdoc/) https://twitter.com/preacherboysdoc (https://twitter.com/preacherboysdoc) https://www.instagram.com/preacherboysdoc/ (https://www.instagram.com/preacherboysdoc/) To connect with a community who share the Preacher Boys Podcast mission to expose abuse in the IFB, join the OFFICIAL Preacher Boys Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1403898676438188/ (https://www.facebook.com/groups/1403898676438188/) This episode is sponsored by/brought to you by BetterHelp. Give online therapy a try at betterhelp.com/PreacherBoys and get on your way to being your best self.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/preacher-boys-podcast/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

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