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Back to EpisodesCatholic Conversion Therapy, Homophobia in Ordination, and Starting an Independent Church Plant: Andrew's Story
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In this powerful and candid episode of The Intrinsically Ordered Podcast, we sit down with Andrew, a former Catholic with deep roots in the faith, now part of the Anglican Church. Andrew shares his story of growing up in a devout Catholic family, grappling with his identity as a queer man, and his transformative journey navigating homophobia within the Church.
0:00 Intro
1:45 Andrew’s Catholic Upbringing
7:30 Coming Out in a Religious Family
12:15 Navigating Homophobia in Youth Groups
18:40 Conversion Therapy and Its Impact
24:55 Seminary Life: Challenges and Lessons
32:10 Leaving Catholicism for Anglicanism
39:50 Reconciling Faith and Sexuality
46:35 Andrew’s Spiritual Practices Today
51:10 Advice for Others on Their Journey
55:00 Closing Reflections
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