Recognizing and Recovering from Spiritual Abuse

I’m honored to be joined by Jill Monaco, author, trauma-mentor, and founder of Jill Monaco Ministries. Jill carries a powerful story- after being sexually abused by a priest as a child, she wrestled with spiritual abuse in church settings, shame, guilt, and a distorted identity. Today, she teaches women how to see the red flags of abuse, heal from trauma, and walk in truth and freedom.

Together, we explore:

• What spiritual abuse really looks like- even the subtle and normalized forms

• How shame and broken identity trap many women into believing the lies of abuse

• Practical steps for reclaiming your identity in Christ apart from your past

• What a God-honoring exit strategy looks like when you need to separate from abusive relationships or toxic authority

• How faith, boundaries, and inner healing come together to rebuild peace, trust, and power

If you’ve ever felt powerless, unseen, or silenced - if rest and peace feel distant- this episode will help you reframe, rediscover who you are, and believe God’s love isn’t conditional on your past.