Listen in for a discussion with Dr. Camden Morgante about the harmful myths of purity culture, its lasting impact, and how to heal from the associated shame and trauma. They also explore ways to create healthier conversations around sexuality for the next generation.

Dr. Camden Morgante is a licensed psychologist with nearly 15 years of experience as a therapist and college professor. She owns a private therapy practice and is a writer, speaker, and coach on purity culture recovery, egalitarianism, and faith reconstruction. Her first book, Recovering from Purity Culture, will be published in October 2024 by Baker Books. Dr. Camden lives in Knoxville, Tennessee with her husband and their daughter and son. Learn more about Camden on her website, www.drcamden.com

Time Stamps:

00:00 Welcome to the Untidy Faith Podcast

01:30 Defining Purity Culture

02:26 Harmful Myths of Purity Culture

05:41 Trauma and Purity Culture

09:14 Gender Differences in Purity Culture

13:04 Media's Role in Promoting Purity Culture

15:41 Healing from Sexual Shame

21:08 Support Systems for Recovery

24:52 Parenting Beyond Purity Culture

29:13 Conclusion and Resources

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There's nothing like saying you're deconstructing to get people to call you all kinds of things -- heretic, apostate, false teacher. But I find these are easy "insults" with few who use them actually applying them correctly.

So join me in this episode for ...

• clear definitions of orthodoxy, heterodoxy, heresy, apostasy, and blasphemy
• how these terms are often misused and misunderstood in faith communities
• gentle guidance on how to navigate accusations of heresy and apostasy
• the importance of understanding the broader Christian tradition.

Time Stamps:

00:00 Welcome to the Untidy Faith Podcast

00:29 Understanding Deconstruction and Narrow Faith Paradigms

01:40 Defining Key Terms: Orthodoxy, Heterodoxy, Heresy, Apostasy, and Blasphemy

04:45 Deep Dive into Orthodoxy

11:27 Exploring Heterodoxy

14:29 Heresy: Challenging Core Tenets

16:39 Apostasy: Rejecting Christianity

18:13 Blasphemy: Irreverence Toward Deity

19:40 Conclusion and Final Thoughts

20:58 Closing Remarks and Call to Action

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Join us as we jump into 2 Samuel 14 to discuss ...

• the chaos within King David's monarchy
• the parables used to confront him (and David's staggering lack of self-awareness)
• how deeply unresolved wounds can affect one's actions and leadership
• the ways we have seen choosing leaders botched in churches

Time Stamps:

00:00 Introduction to Untidy Faith Podcast
00:31 Recap of 2 Samuel Chapter 14
01:41 Discussion on David's Lack of Self-Awareness
02:08 Absalom's Return and Family Dynamics
05:11 The Role of Justice and Hypocrisy
08:49 Absalom's Wound and Its Impact
23:23 The Importance of Forgiveness and Boundaries
25:59 Choosing Leaders in the Church
29:59 Final Thoughts and Takeaways
35:05 Closing Remarks and Contact Information

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