Father Bill W.
Father Bill W.
Spiritual AND Religious: Sex, Church, and Recovery
Spiritual AND Religious: Sex, Church, and Recovery
Spiritual AND Religious: Sex, Church, and Recovery
Wednesday 12th October 2022
Father Bill W. and Professor Stephen R. Haynes explore how faith communities and recovery groups address sexual addiction and pornography in this insightful episode.
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Get the buttons here!Sex, Church, and Recovery: A Conversation with Professor Stephen R. Haynes
I think the sort of the kind of online pornography that is available now for free, basically from any device, has changed the game, because a lot of people- a lot of men at least I'll say- have always viewed pornography as kind of a rite of passage where you look at dirty magazines and you hide them from your parents and then you move on and you know it doesn't really affect you long term.
Ever wondered how faith communities and recovery groups tackle the tricky topic of sexual addiction? In this compelling episode, Father Bill W., an Episcopal priest with decades of sobriety under his belt, sits down with Professor Stephen R. Haynes from Rhodes College.
Together, they dive into the heart of Stephen's latest book, 'Why Can’t the Church Be More Like an AA Meeting?' The conversation navigates the often uncharted waters where faith and recovery intersect, especially when it comes to dealing with the 'pornification of society'. Stephen brings a unique perspective, having walked both paths of faith and recovery. He shares candid insights and experiences that shed light on how churches and 12-Step fellowships handle sexual addiction.
They discuss the stark realities of pornography's impact on individuals and society, referencing eye-opening statistics from a study by Jennifer Johnson at Virginia Commonwealth University. The duo doesn't shy away from the tough questions. How do faith communities address the sensitive issue of sex addiction? What can churches learn from 12-Step programs about creating supportive environments? And why does it seem easier to talk about these issues in a recovery meeting than in a church setting?
This episode is a must-listen for anyone curious about the intersection of spirituality, recovery, and real-world issues like sexual addiction. Whether you're part of a faith community, a recovery group, or simply seeking deeper understanding, Father Bill and Professor Haynes offer a thoughtful and engaging discussion that might just change your perspective.