Andrew Pledger
Andrew Pledger
My Gay Church Days - George Azar - Archive Episode (IG LIVE)
My Gay Church Days - George Azar - Archive Episode (IG LIVE)
My Gay Church Days - George Azar - Archive Episode (IG LIVE)
Tuesday 14th March 2023
George Azar's story of leaving evangelical Christianity to embrace self-love and advocate for LGBTQ+ support. Tune in to 'Speaking Up with Andrew Pledger'.
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Get the buttons here!George Azar: Breaking Free from Evangelical Chains to Embrace Self-Love
In the end, really, because silencing people it never works, like there's always, at one point it's going to turn into a revolution because people are too tired of it and they'll eventually speak up.
Imagine growing up feeling like an outsider in your own skin. George Azar knows this struggle all too well. Born to traditional Middle Eastern immigrants, George faced relentless bullying in middle school. Seeking refuge, he turned to evangelical Christianity, hoping it would cure what he was taught to believe was his 'shameful sin'. For years, he dedicated himself entirely to his faith, even at the cost of important relationships and his own identity.
In this episode of 'Speaking Up with Andrew Pledger', George opens up about his journey through religious trauma and the dangers of purity culture. He discusses how evangelical Christianity preyed on his emotional vulnerability, leading to psychological distress and a life of codependency. George's story is a powerful testament to the importance of mental health and well-being. He speaks out against oppression and the silencing of voices, emphasizing the power of saying no and setting boundaries.
George's path from evangelical pastor to self-acceptance is a beacon of hope for anyone struggling with their identity within rigid religious frameworks. Tune in to hear how he found his voice, embraced his true self, and now advocates for LGBTQ+ support and individual paths in religious exploration.