Episode 2 | Sexual Abuse in the Church (1 of 2‪)‬ Thoughts Beyond Thought

*Please be aware sexual abuse is discussed in this episode which may be a trigger for some listeners.* “Thoughts Beyond Thought” is an unscripted conversation hosted by Travis Meredith and Chris Fogle. The most recent church sexual abuse case came out in the news in May 2022 when a report was released by the Southern Baptist Convention (SBC). Chris was galvanized to discuss the horrific history and trend of sexual abuse within Christian churches. This episode covers: 

-A general discussion on how and why the SBC initiated the third-party report. 

-The SBC leadership structure, attorneys, and cover up. -Wrestling with how funds could hypothetically be used for different reasons. 

-A call to other denominations and independent churches to conduct third-party investigations on themselves and bring findings into the light. 

-6 suggestions on how we can help prevent and fight against sexual abuse. 

-And finally, the “Beyond Books” segment. 

Links: 

-Independent Report on SBC Sexual Abuse.

-Christianity Today article “Southern Baptists Refused to Act on Abuse, Despite Secret List of Pastors” by Kate Shellnut.

-GRACE Organization

“Thoughts Beyond Thought” is hosted and produced by Travis Meredith and Chris Fogle, edited by Bryce Meredith, artwork by Erin Meredith.