LOA Podcast

Episode #018: Shannon’s Story-Being a “Good Girl”

Welcome to Episode 18 of our podcast, where we have the privilege of welcoming former student Shannon to our virtual studio. Shannon’s journey takes us back to her years at the church and school, spanning from 1999 to 2011, alongside her family. In this candid conversation, Shannon unveils the intricate dynamics of navigating a system where conformity was essential for survival, as the specter of physical harm loomed persistently.

Evolution into the “good girl” became her status quo. She recounts the intense struggle to grasp normal teenage experiences while grappling with a world where the church and school increasingly asserted control over her life, with her parents earnestly believing they knew what was best. Join us as Shannon sheds light on her perspective and personal evolution within this complex environment.

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Episode #017: Christine and Kim’s Stories – Pt 2

Part 2 of 2. Our guests, Kim and Christine, are a married couple who, 17 years ago, orchestrated a daring escape from the clutches of the Christian Centre Cult. Little did they know that their return to Saskatchewan, just a month before the explosive “Legacy of Abuse” scandal hit last year, would add yet another layer of intrigue to their story.

Join us as Kim and Christine provide us with a candid and often uproarious look at their experiences within the cult, each recounting their unique perspectives from different stages of life. Kim began his education at the Christian Centre Academy in 1982 when it first opened its doors. This episode promises to be a rollercoaster of emotions and revelations, with a healthy dose of humor to keep things light.

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Episode #016: Christine and Kim’s Stories – Pt 1

Part 1 of 2. Our guests, Kim and Christine, are a married couple who, 17 years ago, orchestrated a daring escape from the clutches of the Christian Centre cult. Little did they know that their return to Saskatchewan, just a month before the explosive “Legacy of Abuse” scandal hit last year, would add yet another layer of intrigue to their story.

Join us as Kim and Christine provide us with a candid and often uproarious look at their experiences within the cult, each recounting their unique perspectives from different stages of life. Kim began his education at the Christian Centre Academy in 1982 when it first opened its doors.This episode promises to be a rollercoaster of emotions and revelations, with a healthy dose of humor to keep things light.

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Episode #014: Mel’s Story

In Episode 14, a special guest, Mel, joins us. A former student who was part of Christian Centre Academy during the late 80s. Through her accounts, she sheds light on the dress code and the conduct of male staff, portraying a disconcerting image of the institution’s culture. Mel shares the challenging decision she made to enter foster care temporarily, seeking an escape from the environment. She goes on to describe how attending Public School at Marion Graham Collegiate in Saskatoon, Sk. marked the first instance where she truly felt safe in a school environment.

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Episode #012: Celin’s Story

Celin, a former student who spent 11 years at the school and left in 2017, reflects on her experiences at both the church and school during that period. The recurring phrase at Mile Two seems to be “we’ve changed.” As you listen to Celin’s account, you’ll have the chance to assess whether significant changes have truly occurred. Additionally, this episode features a special guest, Mel, who attended the institution in the 80s, providing insights from former students spanning over 4 decades.

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Episode #011: Mile Two Pastor Brien Johnson Pt. 2

Join us in Part Two of a two-part series uncovering some of the eyebrow-raising statements made from the pulpit at Mile Two Church, following the public disclosure of the 2022 lawsuit and articles. For those who are unfamiliar with the tactics used to control the congregation’s narrative, including secretive “members only” meetings, we discuss these strategies being used by Mile Two leadership in an attempt to dissuade victims from coming forward, and keep dollar signs, or otherwise known as church congregants, still coming through the doors.

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Episode #010: Mile Two Pastor Brien Johnson Pt. 1

Join us in Part one of a two-part series uncovering some of the eyebrow-raising statements made from the pulpit at Mile Two Church, following the public disclosure of the 2022 lawsuit and articles. For those who are unfamiliar with the tactics used to control the congregation’s narrative, including secretive “members only” meetings, we discuss these

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Episode #009: Origins of Christian Centre & Nick’s Story

In Episode 9, hear from Nick, a former student at Legacy Christian Academy (formerly Christian Centre Academy). He shares his journey as a gay student in a faith-based school, Christian Centre Academy. Discover how a group of families, including Nic’s family, moved from Victoria, BC joined a Catholic Holy Spirit movement in Saskatoon in the 1980s, and some later transitioned to Keith Johnson’s evangelical movement.

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