“Church hurt” is a phrase familiar to those who have experienced pain, disappointment, or betrayal within their church family. It’s a pain unlike many others because it often comes from those we expect to love and support us most. I faced this kind of hurt. A few people within my church community began spreading unsettling rumors and engaging in gossip about me. I was torn between staying and forgiving or leaving and healing from a distance. By the grace of God, I chose the former. This article is for anyone wrestling with similar feelings. What is Church Hurt? Church hurt […]
