ABOUT THIS EPISODE
In this episode of Perverted Justice, Shielagh breaks down Hyde Park Baptist Church’s official answer to the lawsuit—and the lies, denials, and outright blame they cast in the process. From denying basic, verifiable facts to employing the doctrine of unclean hands—essentially arguing that she was at fault for her own abuse—their response was more than just a legal maneuver. It was a moral failure.
We explore what this answer reveals about the church’s priorities, their willingness to distort reality to protect themselves, and their responsibility to know what was being filed on their behalf. She also shares her experience navigating the legal process—switching attorneys to protect her integrity, struggling to be heard, and coming to terms with the fact that the church she once respected had no intention of doing the right thing.
This episode is about more than just a legal document—it’s about truth, accountability, and the devastating impact of institutional betrayal.
Links:
Cheat Sheet: https://bit.ly/pj-cheatsheet
Complaint: https://bit.ly/cvacomplaint
Answer: https://bit.ly/CVAAnswer
