church hurts

A form of church hurt — Emotional, spiritual, or psychological pain experienced within a church community, often stemming from abuse of power, manipulation, hypocrisy, gossip, or conflict with leaders or members.

Meanings

noun
  1. pluralplural of church hurt
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