When abuse happens in the church, why is it so often mislabeled, minimized, or silenced? In this episode of
Christian True-Crime Junkies, we partner with special guest Lori Morrison to examine adult clergy sexual abuse (ACSA): how it happens, why it's frequently dismissed as an "affair," and the devastating impact church responses can have on survivors. By researching a well-documented case and through Lori's expert insights, we explore power imbalances, grooming, spiritual manipulation, and the dangerous confusion between forgiveness and accountability. We discuss the importance of recognizing that not all abusers are male, and not all victims are female, and Lori helps highlight warning signs, red flags, and safety measures you can take to protect yourself and those you love from this kind of abuse. This episode is not about scandal—it's about truth, justice, and protecting the vulnerable. Listener discretion advised due to sensitive content. You can connect with Lori at
SheShepherds.org You can get Lori's book
Shielded: 52 Weekly Devotions for Church Security Team Members on Amazon! You can listen to her podcast, The Unlovely Truth, here, or find it anywhere you listen to podcasts!
