Call for Convent Reform: Recent Episodes
Alycia
Religious order abuse is a problem in the Catholic Church that is too often not exposed for fear of reprisal, cover-up, or a false sense of "scandalizing" the Church. Ignoring the problem does not make it go away. Some Catholics who left everything to follow God are suffering under the thumb of superiors who have used their role to manipulate, torment, and abuse those they are called to serve as Christ served. If you are a former member of a religious community and you are looking for resources, or would like to get your story out, please contact Alycia at conventreform@wordpress.org. Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/conventreform/support
In December of 2023 I started creating a database of religious orders in the U.S. This was a major project that I am still refining. Here is what I learned from working on this project.
You can check out the database here: https://wordpress.com/page/conventreform.wordpress.com/913
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www.iveinfo.org has been a website that has fascinated me for several years. It is the only website I know of started by a group of former religious of one community to expose the abuse in that community.
***Please be aware that there are topics of sexual abuse in this episode. Listener discretion advised.
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Catherine Coldstream came out in April with a book about her 12-year experience of living in a Carmelite order in England. In this episode I break down my own thoughts about her experiences.
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This is a hodge podge of an episode. In it I discuss my plans for more interviews with survivors, the AVREF in Europe, and having a Q&A episode.
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My blog and podcast have focused a lot on the negatives of my time in the convent; and rightly so. However, there are a few things I have gained from the experience.
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Nunsploitation films are a genre of film made popular in the 60's and 70's. One recent film of this genre shows how hideous these films can be. Join me as I ponder how much of these films, if any, are based on real life. We will also look at another film out in theatres about a real life nun, Mother Francis Cabrini. What is the difference between such a film as this and the films that exploit the evil that happens in some convents?
https://www.vulture.com/2021/12/the-best-nunsploitation-films-ranked.html
https://www.imdb.com/title/tt14351082/
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The BITE Method is a cult mind control model created by former Moon cult member Dr. Steven Hassan.
In this episode we will look into the BITE Method, it's meaning, and whether religious orders check off any of the necessary boxes for being a cult.
https://www.alittlebithuman.com/the-bite-model-of-cult-mind-control-explained/
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My continued experience dealing with religious order abuse and trauma.
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What my Christmases were like in the convent.....spoiler alert, they weren't very merry.
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My experience of healing while being on retreat.
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My first thoughts on this book I have been waiting over three years to get my hands on!
Here is the link to the book on Sophia Press: https://sophiainstitute.com/product/abuses-in-the-religious-life-and-the-path-to-healing/
Here is the article I had translated into English:
https://www.religiondigital.org/mundo/Dom-Dysmas-Gran-Cartuja-Isere-Iglesia-abusos-religion_0_2208379159.html
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In this episode Christina shares her story of abuse in religious life in two former communities. We also discuss what signs to look for when discerning communities and what changes should be implemented in religious life.
Would you like to share your story? Please contact me at conventreform@protonmail.com
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Drugs, sex, and suing a bishop are the latest happenings at a Carmelite Monastery in Arlington, TX.
Here are links to the websites mentioned and quoted in the podcast:
https://www.wfaa.com/article/news/local/inside-sources-arlington-texas-monastery-perspective-dispute-between-nuns-fort-worth-bishop/287-ee450fba-d85b-47c7-b42c-eec738b522e8
https://www.churchmilitant.com/news/article/court-police-dismiss-cases-against-texas-bishop https://www.churchmilitant.com/news/article/carmelite-nun-admits-on-tape-affair-with-trad-priest
http://www.carmelnuns.com/index.html
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In this episode I share a letter I kept from my days in the convent with responses from my former superior. Religious order abuse can be hard to nail down; but this letter is one way I can show the mistreatment that goes on in convents.
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Disclaimer: please note sexual abuse is mentioned in this episode. Now 20 years old, the groundbreaking book "Goodbye, Good Men" gives accounts of various men who were abused in seminary. Let's look at how these cases relate and differ to those of religious order abuse.
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Christ shows us that even in great darkness we can hope.
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The school I worked at while in the convent was almost as bad as the convent itself. Then they tried to ruin my professional life AFTER the convent. I have shared parts of this story in the past; but now I am ready to tell the full story.
You can see the original letters mentioned in this podcast by visiting this blog post: https://conventreform.wordpress.com/2020/10/28/passive-aggressive/
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Church Militant Evening News on Rupnik (2/17/23): https://www.churchmilitant.com/video/episode/even-2023-02-17
Church Militant Article on Rupnik (1/9/23): https://www.churchmilitant.com/news/article/third-sister-unveils-jesuit-abusers-perversity
Link to the Oregon Catholic Press Music Series with Rupnik's art on cover: https://www.ocp.org/en-us/todays-missal-music-issue-2023
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Mary Tardiff was in a contemplative community and experienced abuse in religious life under the guise of "holy obedience." In this episode we talk about what limits should be placed on obedience; and what can happen when people are taught to have blind obedience.
https://www.simchafisher.com/2023/02/15/holy-obedience-what-are-the-limits/
Affidavit of James Janssen victim: jnw-ex-36-R.pdf (bishop-accountability.org)
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Here is the Church Militant article: Ex-Board Member of Priests for Life Demands Investigation Into Pavone (churchmilitant.com)
Here is the link to the Pillar Catholic article: Pavone was accused of 'sexual misconduct' before laicization (pillarcatholic.com)
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On February 9th, 2019 I was kicked out of the convent. Here is my story of living with the aftermath of that event.
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Memories of dealing with severe migraines while in the order...and the lack of help I received.
Please note there is a section at the end of this podcast meant for women only The disclaimer is in the audio near the end of the podcast.
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Vocational talks in the church often equate to A+B=C, that is you have a vocation (A), plus you are open to that vocation (B), then you are fulfilled with that vocation (C). Those of you who have followed me, or have experienced religious order abuse yourself, will know that the A+B=C sales pitch is too often a lie.
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I am creating a database of all religious orders in the U.S. in the hope it will be a way to bring more accountability to those religious orders guilty of religious order abuse. If you have experienced religious order abuse and would be willing to share your testimony, then please contact me at conventreform@protonmail.com.
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What is the difference between the scandal we see at times in the institutional church and the beautiful bride of Christ? Come join me on a discussion that takes us on a trip to the Pontifical College Josephinum.
http://www.heyerarchitect.com/selected-works/st-turibius-chapel
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In this podcast I delve into the background of my conversion to the Catholic faith and my continual search for truth.
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Continuing the commentary and analysis of the dossier written by Augustine I. regarding the abuse he endured at the "Mystic Monk" monastery.
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Link to the Spotlight Episode:
https://www.churchmilitant.com/pdf/Dossier_of_New_Mount_Carmel_Monastery.pdf
Link to the Dossier:
https://www.churchmilitant.com/pdf/Dossier_of_New_Mount_Carmel_Monastery.pdf
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In this episode we are looking at the documented case of Augustine Inferrera and his dossier against the "Carmelite Monks" of Wyoming.
Link to the Spotlight Episode:
https://www.churchmilitant.com/pdf/Dossier_of_New_Mount_Carmel_Monastery.pdf
Link to the Dossier:
https://www.churchmilitant.com/pdf/Dossier_of_New_Mount_Carmel_Monastery.pdf
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This is a continuation of Rethinking Vow of Obedience (Part 1).
View the Crux article here:
https://conventreform.wordpress.com/2022/03/17/crux-article-rethinking-vow-of-obedience/
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Join me in a discussion about rethinking obedience based off an article posted in Crux Magazine.
Crux Article: Rethinking Vow of Obedience – Call For Convent Reform (wordpress.com)
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Delve in with me as I discuss why it is important to talk about abuse in religious life instead of pretending there isn't a problem.
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The Truth that Heals | Podcast on Spotify
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Many who leave the convent are unable to make simple decisions. Join me in a discussion on free will and how no adult should be denied it.
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In this episode we talk about how superiors in religious orders often become the very people they despise.
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A continuation of a discussion on the state of the Catholic Church.
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What is going on in the Catholic Church and how does it connect with convents?
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Going back to school and teaching school = life is hectic!
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The Turning: The Sisters Who Left is a podcast that looks into the Missionary of Charity and the abuses that happened there. Here is my take on what I have listened to so far.
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Continuing our discussion on how religious communities can control almost every aspect of a Sister's life.
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Come join me on a discussion on where some of the worst psychological and emotional abuse derives from in religious life: micro-management.
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Canceling the truth about abuse in religious life is not going to make the problem go away.
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Many ideas regarding the habit are too black and white and often miss the mark. Sisters in habit are not necessarily "good" while Sisters out of habit are not particularly "bad."
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Listen as we discuss ways to report abuse to authorities. We will also look into why reporting can be helpful to us and others.
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Why did Call for Convent Reform begin? Listen in as we discuss the backstory and need for this mission.
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Listen in as we wrap up our discussion on what life in the convent is like. We will also explore the ways in which Scripture encourages Christian communities to operate.
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Learn about the general aspects of Catholic religious life as well as some personal stories from my own experience.
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Finishing our discussion on what it is like to start over after leaving the convent.
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Leaving the convent can be a time where ex-religious are fragile spiritually, psychologically, personally, and financially. Join me as we discuss those who react negatively to those who raise concerns about their time in the convent; as well as the process of picking up the pieces once leaving the confines of the enclosure.
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