In this episode of the Church Disrupted Podcast, Jeff Cochran and Lori Morrison (host of the Unlovely Truth Podcast & Author) discuss the importance of addressing spiritual abuse and safety within the church. They explore the need for holistic care, the role of independent investigations, and the significance of effective communication in handling abuse allegations. The conversation also delves into the impact of spiritual abuse on people and the church's responsibility in addressing and preventing it. The conversation covers a wide range of topics related to church communication, transparency, accountability, spiritual abuse, and the importance of justice. We also discuss red flags and the need for safe and healthy church environments. Want to support SAI financially? https://donorbox.org/sai-initial-funding-campaign Find out more about Lori's work here: - https://theunlovelytruth.com/ THANK YOU to our podcast partner, the East TN Mentorship Association! Find out more information about what they do or connect with them at https://earnyoursanctuary.com/ . TELL THEM WE SENT YOU for a special rate that is ONLY for Church Disrupted Podcast listeners. Find out MORE about our podcast partners here: https://www.disrupted.church/sponsors. Find out more about the Church Disrupted Podcast at https://www.disrupted.church/. Join the church disrupted COMMUNITY here: https://discord.gg/nbWwg8Sz6Z Please Subscribe and Share! Chapters 00:00 Introduction and Guest Introduction 03:00 The Importance of Holistic Care and Safety in the Church 10:04 The Role of Independent Investigations in Addressing Spiritual Abuse 34:14 Establishing a Church Safe Process and External Support 44:17 The Importance of Truth and Transparency in Church Communication 49:33 Prioritizing Character Over Titles in Church Staff Evaluation 01:21:26 Creating a Safe and Welcoming Church Environment 01:25:47 Addressing Issues of Spiritual and Emotional Abuse in the Church