Smarticle - Unveiling 'The Wall of Silence': An Interview with Father Chris Marchand

Today on the Smarticle Podcast, Chris Marchand, an Anglican ACNA priest and podcaster, discusses his impactful podcast 'The Wall of Silence,' which sheds light on sexual abuse within the Anglican Church in North America. We reflect on the seriousness of the subject of church abuse and coverup. Chris shares his motivation for starting the podcast, inspired by the unheard stories of abuse survivors, and delves into the unique challenges of addressing abuse within church settings. He also touches on themes of fear, silence, and the conflicting pressures within clergy and congregations. Amidst these heavy topics, we inject moments of levity and personal anecdotes, planning a two-part series to comprehensively cover this deep and critical issue.

 

00:00 Introduction to Chris Marchand

 

00:43 Discussing the Wall of Silence Podcast

 

01:03 The Importance of Silence

 

01:40 Background on the ACNA

 

02:03 Origins of the Wall of Silence

 

02:30 Challenges in Addressing Abuse

 

06:04 Personal Reflections and Conflicts

 

08:12 Broader Issues of Abuse in Churches

 

13:01 Concluding Thoughts and Next Episode Preview

 

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