I lost my soulmate and children's father, later turned abuser, to the abuse he suffered from the adult women and other children of this group.. nobody ever listened to him because he was always hysterical about it... I am so glad to be seeing more of this brought to light.. keep exposing them
I’m so sorry for your loss and sending you and your children thoughts and prayers of healing, comfort, and peace 💔 Something like this murders a child’s soul 😢
Two or three years old? 😳🫣 I don't even remember anything from my childhood that young, I don't think I was even fully conscious, for her to have such heavy vivid memories from that time is genuinely craaazyyy 😩🤢
@@Lock484 that's you! Most children do have memories of major trauma events at any age from 3 up and many do remember distinct memories from that age.
There are no words strong enough to describe this disgusting despicable cult!! You and all those poor children suffered at the hands of predatory monsters!!! Im so sorry you had to go through this!! Sending so much love to you and c2c xxx
Serena, after listening to all your heartbreaking journey throughout childhood plus your last statement, it becomes so clear that, no matter how much abused and manipulated you were in that profoundly toxic and evil environment, you always had a strength inside you that was only yours that helped you to survive, stay sane, stay strong, and overcome those countless challenges. You survived because you have an essence so strong, wise, intelligent, unshakable, that even those horrors and delusions from others could not shape you, could not break you. The fact that you have so much empathy, so much grace, so much love to give to help others, so much understanding make of you an unique being, your own universe, your own fingerprint in the world. It is so touching to see you this outstanding woman and human being with a conviction in your voice, an inner fortress, a person who overcame terrible adversities and is pure illumination. You surely inspire tons of people to be resilient like you. What an extraordinary legacy yours. Part of your life was all of that, but you prove that you have nothing to do with wherever or whoever hurt you. You are absolutely above all that madness. I truly hope, each day that passes, you find more peace within, and pride of yourself. You remind me of another remarkable woman named Maude Julien who wrote a book named "The Only Girl in the World". Just like you she endured awful things throughout her childhood with her father and, in spite of all of that, she grew up a kind, gentle, empathetic human being. If you have the opportunity to read her book, she talks about how she was able to get help and work on herself to heal her wounds which, like yours, were so deep. Thank you for sharing your story with all of us! It was a privilege, a honor to listen to you. My very best wishes for a formidable life to you. I hope you succeed in each and every choice you make. Your life now is yours. You deserve all the love, respect, happiness, and peace in the world! I wish you clarity. Thank you!
@@CultstoConsciousness Thanks a lot, Shelise! My pleasure! Thank you for bringing to your space amazing, inspirational human beings. We all learn so much from them all and from you, as well!
Shelise, Thank you for the videos you put out and educating your viewers on the harmful effects of cults. They are hard for the general public to understand but it is necessary to understand why people won’t leave.
@@CultstoConsciousness I am curious about her opinion on this show, which was made by David Bird. Nick Crowley covered it, it's pretty screwed up like cleaning a wound with just one's own spit. David is also pretty cocky for naming Ricky after himself, Little David. ruclips.net/video/RxdHAx_lZqo/видео.htmlsi=S3rjdBB6tEi-mLVp Thankfully, most of this show is lost media.
As a mom of two daughters myself this makes me physically ill to hear. There are no words Serena for what you went through 😔 your bravery and strength are incredible 💗
Love this interview and this guest! I immediately wrote “What doesn’t kill you makes you KINDER and MORE UNDERSTANDING” in my journal with Serena’s name so I will not forget this incredible human. Great stuff, both of you! Many thanks!
Wow so well spoken, this is an important story, and can serve as an example of how so many terrible things can be normalized in a culture where outside information is restricted. Sending so much respect to you Serena.
First off, Shalise, I'm so sorry for what you went through. To the person you are interviewing, I'm so sorry. This is DISGUSTING. If your guest ever reads this, please know, Jesus doesn't want this. This type of religious abuse PISSES ME OFF. I hate when they use the Bible, Church or Jesus against the child. This is so wrong, it goes against everything decent and good. I'm so sorry for anyone who went through this. I wish there was something I could do. I wish I could go back in time and save both of you from your trauma. I'm so proud of both of you. You guys shining a light on this will make this crap stop! Keep it going! Viva Cristo Rey! Que Viva!
Thank you for sharing your story. Your strength and wisdom shine through the horrible abuse you suffered. May you find continued healing and happiness.
I admire your bravery & steadfastness Serena. Looking forward to the story of your escape, I know it’ll be inspiring. I can’t imagine how long it took to deconstruct the huge amounts of grooming you were exposed to from the beginning of your life. Your strength is unmatched.
With such a thorough oversexualisation it must be by far too much for many of the cult members. This is soooooo extreme in every aspect. Do they all dissociate completely or how is that bearable?
Thank you for sharing the ghastly story with us, Serena. It's comforting to know that you came through it with your sanity intact. I can't imagine how difficult it must have been. Any civilized person will be haunted by the realization that we have people around us who think it's perfectly fine to sexually abuse even very young children, including their own.
THANK YOU for setting this up in installments; it means so much more detail about each stage of her life and I really appreciate that! Also, I am so sorry that she had to go through this. Heartbreaking, disgusting and revolting…
@Cults to Consciousness Shelise you never cease to amaze me with the spectrum of familial trauma you cover. As an ex fundie anything with sexual suppression attached to it is infuriating. Than we have the opposite where Gods Love is mixed in with sexuality and pleasure. Now that just leads to EVIL.
This was such a good conversation thank you for being so brave and strong to share with us. Probably the best "Linda Listen" statement, so obvious but yet I hadn't even thought of it that way ❤ I cannot wait for part 2
Serena, I am so moved by your courage and willingness to share your story. I wish you healing and peace and I look forward to reading your memoir when it comes out. Much love to you--and to Shelise, of course.
makes me want to puke that ANY adult would ever even CONSIDER thinking this was ok or letting this happen, much less a whole group of them! This isn't the first time I've heard of this cult. I've even read books about it, but it still never fails to blow my mind that it was (is???) a real group. Just beyond disgusting.
So many points mentioned make me feel sickened on her behalf and for all the other children who were abused. Thank you for continuing to share your platform and shine a light on cults in a compassionate, non-exploitative way.
Oh my god! I've been watching your channel faithfully since late spring and this episode just blew me away. I really have no other words other than, I'm glad you made it out Serena! Best wishes to you for a healthy healing and fantastic life!
As someone who absolutely loves to watch videos about cults, this is by far one of the best interviews I have seen!! Also, the most perfect Linda, Listen quotes I have heard on this channel!! Thank you both for such a great episode!!
Wow, so sorry to hear about all of this, Serena, and how quickly you were forced to grow and also hide away at such a young age. Thank you for sharing your story. The amount of CSA and abuse to the number of children and teens is horrific.
Mind blowing. Thank you for sharing your story with us Serena! I am amazed at your strength and resilience, and I can't wait to hear how you escaped and how you are doing now!
Such a sad story just wild that was your life. My own life was crazy fully of abuse but not on such a mass scale. I hope you do the self care will definitely tune in for the next part ❤
What a powerful story... She withstood evil beyond anything I’ve heard. Layers and layers of evil. Digging out of that filth to escape and survive and begin healing and tell her story. I’m just in awe.
I'm in company so will watch this later. Thank you for being so brave as to speak out. I was watching subtitles and it hit "she was proud of it" and I realised SOMEONE has a more unhinged parent than me. Damn. I'm sorry.
Thanks for sharing and the podcast. It was very sad to hear that. It's hard to digest what happened to you and that there are people who act like this. I can’t understand why the police don’t do anything about it and lock them up.
❤️. So glad that Serena has managed to break free, she is a warrior . What an eloquent and articulate soul she is, a complete inspiration. Thank you for sharing your story, I’ve listened aghast and open mouthed. What an example of resilience in amongst the most abominable circumstances imaginable. ❤️
Thank you for sharing your story! Wow! I had a lot of messed up people in my life but not everyone. You had everyone in your circle as a predator. I rejoice with you that you escaped! I was raised similarly under completely different circumstances. I have hearing better than a dog because I developed the art of listening. I had to know what was going on in my surroundings because walking in at the wrong time could get me in a world of trouble. I had to avoid my step father as much as possible but I was his focus. Abused by several but none were connected. My step father was assistant police chief in Seminole Oklahoma in the 70’s. It messes you up for life. That’s why the government doesn’t care. A damaged society is an easier manipulated society. I say this as often as possible because if we recognize the governments reason for all of the messed up things they do from making laws that make vulnerable children MORE vulnerable to CPS and their gross mismanagement of children at risk we can better change the system. I’m California where they REALLY don’t care. The lengths the Children of God went to hide the children! How many houses did they do this sort of thing to and who has those houses now? My mom’s family were all high ranking Freemasons so they are the sicko’s in society shaking your hand with no conscience of the evil they’re involved in to get there. They don’t all hurt kids or sacrifice someone unless they are high ranking but they take the oaths and it’s evil. I didn’t even realize the depth my family was in and they use to boast of it until their evil deeds were exposed. They don’t boast anymore. Not that I talk to them. I am truly thankful you escaped and can live a productive life. It’s not easy. Praying for you in Jesus name. ❤
Much love to you Catherine Grace and your story, for the mountains you have climbed and the ones you still need to. Strangers on the other side of the world are cheering you on ❤❤❤
As soon as I heard the word Davidito my heart stopped. This is a case that I will never forget and I'm so grateful to her for talking today♡ I hope her life is filled with nothing but love and peace ♡
I met an ex-COG family in the 2000’s, the stories their daughter told me about what was going on down in Chilé were horrific, what was being done to children is disgusting.
I'm particularly moved by "what doesn't kill you makes you kinder." There are people who have been abused who develop an attitude that anyone who didn't have it as bad as they did don't merit compassion. You have taken the opposite approach--the abuse you underwent has made you a more compassionate person. Kudos and many blessings.
Disgusting. I hate hearing the name of Jesus associated with these gross practices. Scary how "normal" people got brainwashed into thinking this behavior was fine and good.
I'm so sorry, you are so strong. I'm 31 minutes in, and I have to stop listening to this. I am so disgusted. Keep doing what you are doing, ladies. It is so important.
I read the Bible every day, and also book that I highly recommend is keezano’s Your Life Your Game📕 This book truly changed my life…It beautifully shows how connecting with God and focusing on your family can lead to spiritual growth, stronger relationships, and success in both your personal and professional life. God bless!❤
When I lived in Japan I met an American woman who was in the children of God. I was at the house she stayed in. At that time I didn’t know it was a cult. I visited her because she could speak English and there weren’t many people who could speak English. The only thing I remember is she was going to make some black tea for us…she went to the cupboard and it was completely empty…no food and no sugar to put in the tea. It’s a vague memory because I never saw her again.
I must’ve missed it. Can someone explain why kids of the cult leaders had to be secretive? Why wasn’t anyone allowed to know Serena was a child of the leader? Why did they hide all the leaders’ kids in the basement during security checks?
60s, 70s and even 80s America was bamboozled out of its mind, the effects of which are felt to this day; I’d say it had almost taken hold of the culture as a whole if it weren’t for the latest return to sanity. Take me back to the 50s by all means!
Plenty of bad things were happening in the 1950s, and earlier decades. Members of my family grew up poor and experienced and witnessed some unfortunate things. You weren't allowed to talk about abuse. That's why it seems better, emphasis on seems.
I know, I know; I was just making a point and most of the Indian-guru following, ‘free love’ kind of stupidity started in the 60s, inarguably, right? Otherwise all kinds of madness has happened in tiny corners in hiding throughout history, I would say but the 60s for the West and maybe post WWII have been societal madness. I’ve already been noticing, for instance, how almost all the serial predators and extreme abusers in Europe and the US were almost all born during or immediately after the war…
The 50s were NOT better. Where do you think these cult leaders in the 70s and 80s come from? They came from the absolute dysfunction of the 50s. I would say the whole culture back then was a type of cult. Everything was about appearances, and keeping secrets. SA was not only ignored, but a shameful secret that many families let keep happening, because they refused to deal with it. The woman doing the interview even said this “grandpa” character was abused as a child. Nobody should ever want to go back to the 50s. It was not a golden era.
How do these horrible people get away with these crimes, its beyond me. I'm terrible sorry for having to go through this, no child should have to endure. OK, there might have been some idiots sponsoring this "enterprise" but how was it at possible to fund it worldwide, is the second thing that is beyond me????
They sold generic Christian merch like homemade videos with Christian music and kids dancing/singing on top of sending the kids out to pan handle and sing for money.
@CultstoConsciousness it's a huge operation, I'm not downplaying the volume of money can be gathered by merchandise, or videos, I have strong doubts about the audience it can reach. Why didn't I become an actor or a singer. Probably because I can't act or sing one might think! That'll be right ✅️ I'm so glad that Serena is so articulate, of course she's done an amazing work within herself.
I am very sorry that anyone had to go through that no child, especially under the age of 13 and 14 should have to do those kind of things. It is disgusting how people are so easily brainwashed and fear this takes over peoples lives. Your mom and as well as the rest of the adults are the most disgusting humans on the planet and they should be ashamed of themselves. God does not love that kind of abuse.
42:48 With the "Life With Grandpa" show that Nick Crowley uploaded a RUclips video about, I'm surprised that they did quarantine; especially since Bird thinks it's appropriate to clean a bleeding wound with just one's own spit.
The male perspective on abuse is true my bf was abused by his older sisters friend when he was 10 and she was 18 he still has trouble thinking that was abuse because he said he liked it but his sister when she found out she beat her 🍑
for some reason, my inner voice uses a Michael Pearl impression when i’m thinking of what Berg would sound like 🤔 i hate that her mother just could not deprogram even after so many years
Thank you so much for having me on and giving me the space to tell my story! ❤
You are such a light and inspiration! I’m honored to have held space for your story ❤️
@@serkelley this group might just be the worst, so sorry you went through that 😭
Break the silence. Break the cycle.
I lost my soulmate and children's father, later turned abuser, to the abuse he suffered from the adult women and other children of this group.. nobody ever listened to him because he was always hysterical about it... I am so glad to be seeing more of this brought to light.. keep exposing them
I’m so sorry for your loss and sending you and your children thoughts and prayers of healing, comfort, and peace 💔 Something like this murders a child’s soul 😢
28 minutes into this video and I feel like I have aged 20 years. What a strong person Serena has become. CSA needs to stop now.
Two or three years old? 😳🫣 I don't even remember anything from my childhood that young, I don't think I was even fully conscious, for her to have such heavy vivid memories from that time is genuinely craaazyyy 😩🤢
@@Lock484 that's you! Most children do have memories of major trauma events at any age from 3 up and many do remember distinct memories from that age.
@@Lock484 It tends to be a trauma response, either people lose years of memories or they remember too much
@@nickywal yeah, it's just seared into her memory despite such a young age, so sad 😓😢
Serena, so so glad you were able to get out of this terrible cult. Thank you for bravely sharing your story! Continued healing and love your way. ❤
Thank you so much and thanks for watching!
I don't know how you made it out and are able to have the strength to expose this abuse, but we are grateful for you and happy you are out.
Thank you! I’m so happy I found the strength to get out as well
There are no words strong enough to describe this disgusting despicable cult!! You and all those poor children suffered at the hands of predatory monsters!!! Im so sorry you had to go through this!! Sending so much love to you and c2c xxx
Literally mind blowing aye
Serena, after listening to all your heartbreaking journey throughout childhood plus your last statement, it becomes so clear that, no matter how much abused and manipulated you were in that profoundly toxic and evil environment, you always had a strength inside you that was only yours that helped you to survive, stay sane, stay strong, and overcome those countless challenges. You survived because you have an essence so strong, wise, intelligent, unshakable, that even those horrors and delusions from others could not shape you, could not break you. The fact that you have so much empathy, so much grace, so much love to give to help others, so much understanding make of you an unique being, your own universe, your own fingerprint in the world. It is so touching to see you this outstanding woman and human being with a conviction in your voice, an inner fortress, a person who overcame terrible adversities and is pure illumination. You surely inspire tons of people to be resilient like you. What an extraordinary legacy yours. Part of your life was all of that, but you prove that you have nothing to do with wherever or whoever hurt you. You are absolutely above all that madness. I truly hope, each day that passes, you find more peace within, and pride of yourself. You remind me of another remarkable woman named Maude Julien who wrote a book named "The Only Girl in the World". Just like you she endured awful things throughout her childhood with her father and, in spite of all of that, she grew up a kind, gentle, empathetic human being. If you have the opportunity to read her book, she talks about how she was able to get help and work on herself to heal her wounds which, like yours, were so deep. Thank you for sharing your story with all of us! It was a privilege, a honor to listen to you. My very best wishes for a formidable life to you. I hope you succeed in each and every choice you make. Your life now is yours. You deserve all the love, respect, happiness, and peace in the world! I wish you clarity. Thank you!
What an A+ comment right here!! 🥹❤️🙏
@@CultstoConsciousness Thanks a lot, Shelise! My pleasure! Thank you for bringing to your space amazing, inspirational human beings. We all learn so much from them all and from you, as well!
Shelise,
Thank you for the videos you put out and educating your viewers on the harmful effects of cults. They are hard for the general public to understand but it is necessary to understand why people won’t leave.
❤️🙏
@@CultstoConsciousness I am curious about her opinion on this show, which was made by David Bird. Nick Crowley covered it, it's pretty screwed up like cleaning a wound with just one's own spit. David is also pretty cocky for naming Ricky after himself, Little David.
ruclips.net/video/RxdHAx_lZqo/видео.htmlsi=S3rjdBB6tEi-mLVp Thankfully, most of this show is lost media.
As a mom of two daughters myself this makes me physically ill to hear. There are no words Serena for what you went through 😔 your bravery and strength are incredible 💗
I have no words!!! Serena you are amazing! 😍😍😍😍
Love this interview and this guest! I immediately wrote “What doesn’t kill you makes you KINDER and MORE UNDERSTANDING” in my journal with Serena’s name so I will not forget this incredible human. Great stuff, both of you! Many thanks!
Wow so well spoken, this is an important story, and can serve as an example of how so many terrible things can be normalized in a culture where outside information is restricted. Sending so much respect to you Serena.
Thank you so much ❤
Poor children! Poor girl 😢 I am sorry this happened to you.
First off, Shalise, I'm so sorry for what you went through. To the person you are interviewing, I'm so sorry. This is DISGUSTING. If your guest ever reads this, please know, Jesus doesn't want this. This type of religious abuse PISSES ME OFF. I hate when they use the Bible, Church or Jesus against the child. This is so wrong, it goes against everything decent and good.
I'm so sorry for anyone who went through this. I wish there was something I could do. I wish I could go back in time and save both of you from your trauma. I'm so proud of both of you. You guys shining a light on this will make this crap stop!
Keep it going!
Viva Cristo Rey!
Que Viva!
Thank you for sharing your story. Your strength and wisdom shine through the horrible abuse you suffered. May you find continued healing and happiness.
This must be the most unhinged cult i've ever heard and I'm only 15min into video 😮
Truly evil
In God's name, I don't think I get know the wrath they are storing up for themselves
Serena is amazing! Resilient and fierce! Thank you for sharing your harrowing experiences with us!
You're so brave Serena. This was such a hard watch, but so necessary!
I admire your bravery & steadfastness Serena. Looking forward to the story of your escape, I know it’ll be inspiring. I can’t imagine how long it took to deconstruct the huge amounts of grooming you were exposed to from the beginning of your life. Your strength is unmatched.
Wow, Thank you so much for the beautiful words, and thank you for watching!
With such a thorough oversexualisation it must be by far too much for many of the cult members. This is soooooo extreme in every aspect. Do they all dissociate completely or how is that bearable?
How is she so normal now? What incredible resilience!
I mean you don’t exactly know her, but yes just through this interview she’s a very composed woman.
Intelligent people are usually very mentally strong. I am sure she had a lot of help. It's terrible what humans do to other humans and animals...
Thank you for sharing the ghastly story with us, Serena. It's comforting to know that you came through it with your sanity intact. I can't imagine how difficult it must have been. Any civilized person will be haunted by the realization that we have people around us who think it's perfectly fine to sexually abuse even very young children, including their own.
THANK YOU for setting this up in installments; it means so much more detail about each stage of her life and I really appreciate that!
Also, I am so sorry that she had to go through this. Heartbreaking, disgusting and revolting…
I'm going to throw up. Omg. Unreal.😢
@Cults to Consciousness Shelise you never cease to amaze me with the spectrum of familial trauma you cover. As an ex fundie anything with sexual suppression attached to it is infuriating. Than we have the opposite where Gods Love is mixed in with sexuality and pleasure. Now that just leads to EVIL.
This was such a good conversation thank you for being so brave and strong to share with us. Probably the best "Linda Listen" statement, so obvious but yet I hadn't even thought of it that way ❤
I cannot wait for part 2
Serena, I am so moved by your courage and willingness to share your story. I wish you healing and peace and I look forward to reading your memoir when it comes out. Much love to you--and to Shelise, of course.
Yessss!!! What a brain F! My dad was a CSA and my mom just blindly followed. It wasn't as severe as this, and I'm so sorry for your trauma.
My heart breaks for you. So much CSA in the world it just blows my mind. Hugs for you Serena for all you have been through .
makes me want to puke that ANY adult would ever even CONSIDER thinking this was ok or letting this happen, much less a whole group of them! This isn't the first time I've heard of this cult. I've even read books about it, but it still never fails to blow my mind that it was (is???) a real group. Just beyond disgusting.
Wow wow wow what a crazy cult. I am so glad you are out and continuing to heal from your ordeals. You are very brave. You are a special one
So many points mentioned make me feel sickened on her behalf and for all the other children who were abused.
Thank you for continuing to share your platform and shine a light on cults in a compassionate, non-exploitative way.
Oh my god! I've been watching your channel faithfully since late spring and this episode just blew me away. I really have no other words other than, I'm glad you made it out Serena! Best wishes to you for a healthy healing and fantastic life!
As someone who absolutely loves to watch videos about cults, this is by far one of the best interviews I have seen!! Also, the most perfect Linda, Listen quotes I have heard on this channel!! Thank you both for such a great episode!!
So great to hear that! Thanks, Anna!❤️🙏
Wow. The scale of abuse was horrific. Kudos to you for surviving that!
This is incredibly sad! 😢😢😢
I’m so sorry for you Serena.. absolutely heartbreaking!! 😢
Wow, so sorry to hear about all of this, Serena, and how quickly you were forced to grow and also hide away at such a young age. Thank you for sharing your story. The amount of CSA and abuse to the number of children and teens is horrific.
Omg, I’m so sorry Serena for everything that you went through. I cannot imagine how you survived all the abuse ❤
your guests are so strong, to tell their stories 🙏.
I cannot even fathom this. 😢
Mind blowing. Thank you for sharing your story with us Serena! I am amazed at your strength and resilience, and I can't wait to hear how you escaped and how you are doing now!
It’s very important to do self care when making these or listening to them. Be kind to yourself.
Thank you for telling your story.I can hardly imagine coming through such trauma and healing from it.❤
Serena, thank you so much for sharing your story. It's horrific but stories like yours need to be shared.
This is beyond horrifying to hear im so sorry! What an incredibly strong woman.
Such a sad story just wild that was your life. My own life was crazy fully of abuse but not on such a mass scale. I hope you do the self care will definitely tune in for the next part ❤
What a powerful story... She withstood evil beyond anything I’ve heard. Layers and layers of evil. Digging out of that filth to escape and survive and begin healing and tell her story. I’m just in awe.
I'm in company so will watch this later.
Thank you for being so brave as to speak out.
I was watching subtitles and it hit "she was proud of it" and I realised SOMEONE has a more unhinged parent than me.
Damn.
I'm sorry.
Thank you for all you do!
Serena thank you so much for sharing your story.
Thanks for sharing and the podcast. It was very sad to hear that. It's hard to digest what happened to you and that there are people who act like this. I can’t understand why the police don’t do anything about it and lock them up.
Thank you for doing this hard work of shining light into these ugly parts of the world and allowing for healing to take place.
❤️. So glad that Serena has managed to break free, she is a warrior . What an eloquent and articulate soul she is, a complete inspiration. Thank you for sharing your story, I’ve listened aghast and open mouthed. What an example of resilience in amongst the most abominable circumstances imaginable. ❤️
Well said!
Thank you for sharing your story! Wow! I had a lot of messed up people in my life but not everyone. You had everyone in your circle as a predator. I rejoice with you that you escaped!
I was raised similarly under completely different circumstances. I have hearing better than a dog because I developed the art of listening. I had to know what was going on in my surroundings because walking in at the wrong time could get me in a world of trouble. I had to avoid my step father as much as possible but I was his focus.
Abused by several but none were connected. My step father was assistant police chief in Seminole Oklahoma in the 70’s.
It messes you up for life. That’s why the government doesn’t care. A damaged society is an easier manipulated society. I say this as often as possible because if we recognize the governments reason for all of the messed up things they do from making laws that make vulnerable children MORE vulnerable to CPS and their gross mismanagement of children at risk we can better change the system. I’m California where they REALLY don’t care.
The lengths the Children of God went to hide the children! How many houses did they do this sort of thing to and who has those houses now?
My mom’s family were all high ranking Freemasons so they are the sicko’s in society shaking your hand with no conscience of the evil they’re involved in to get there. They don’t all hurt kids or sacrifice someone unless they are high ranking but they take the oaths and it’s evil. I didn’t even realize the depth my family was in and they use to boast of it until their evil deeds were exposed. They don’t boast anymore. Not that I talk to them.
I am truly thankful you escaped and can live a productive life. It’s not easy. Praying for you in Jesus name. ❤
Much love to you Catherine Grace and your story, for the mountains you have climbed and the ones you still need to. Strangers on the other side of the world are cheering you on ❤❤❤
Thanks for sharing your tragic story so sorry you lived like that so horrible prayers and hugs!!
As soon as I heard the word Davidito my heart stopped. This is a case that I will never forget and I'm so grateful to her for talking today♡ I hope her life is filled with nothing but love and peace ♡
I met an ex-COG family in the 2000’s, the stories their daughter told me about what was going on down in Chilé were horrific, what was being done to children is disgusting.
I'm particularly moved by "what doesn't kill you makes you kinder." There are people who have been abused who develop an attitude that anyone who didn't have it as bad as they did don't merit compassion. You have taken the opposite approach--the abuse you underwent has made you a more compassionate person. Kudos and many blessings.
We are going to need a 5 part series on her story. Wow
Thank you for sharing. That was insane to hear. I can't wait to learn more in the next episode!
Disgusting. I hate hearing the name of Jesus associated with these gross practices. Scary how "normal" people got brainwashed into thinking this behavior was fine and good.
You both are amazing and shining stars. ✨
Thank you so much for sharing your story ❤
Serena is definitely a warrior. The more I hear about this cult, the more I'm amazed by people who survived. ❤❤
My. God. 😳
Praying for you, Serena. You are so brave. 💜
😔😢💔
Her upbeat disposition is so telling. It’s how you learn to roll. So sad this story of her life… and others. ❤️🩹
I noticed that there are so many new movements that are popping up unbelievable!! I'm familiar with Berg!!
This channel has just got better and better
I'm so sorry, you are so strong. I'm 31 minutes in, and I have to stop listening to this. I am so disgusted. Keep doing what you are doing, ladies. It is so important.
I watched all your episodes, but this one was too dark to watch. I'm glad you're talking about it but very hard to watch for me.
Thanks both for this interview
cults are the absolute worst thing to happen to humanity especially religious
Just couldn't turn this off, may the real lord Bless you xx
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When I lived in Japan I met an American woman who was in the children of God. I was at the house she stayed in. At that time I didn’t know it was a cult. I visited her because she could speak English and there weren’t many people who could speak English. The only thing I remember is she was going to make some black tea for us…she went to the cupboard and it was completely empty…no food and no sugar to put in the tea. It’s a vague memory because I never saw her again.
Thank you for sharing... 💔
Serena, you are a survivor. Sending you good vibes
Thank you for sharing your story!
Scary how normal people can get brainwashed to commit these disgusting crimes. I feel so bad for all the children that were victims.
Pretty sure she was a victim of CSA and in denial about it. They know it’s wrong which is why they dissociate.
I must’ve missed it. Can someone explain why kids of the cult leaders had to be secretive? Why wasn’t anyone allowed to know Serena was a child of the leader? Why did they hide all the leaders’ kids in the basement during security checks?
Serena is so brave to tell her story and hope she continues to tell it and heal 🩵🙏🏼.
Wow this is a horrendous story! She is amazing to be so strong given what she has been through
Isn’t this the same cult Joaquin & River Phoenix grew up in? Good LORD this is insane!
I was thinking the same thing! I wonder if he's still part of it?!
My heart breaks hearing about this cult and CSA💔
That's some Evil s*** spewing from her mouth.
So sorry you suffered this
God BLESS YOU ALWAYS
60s, 70s and even 80s America was bamboozled out of its mind, the effects of which are felt to this day; I’d say it had almost taken hold of the culture as a whole if it weren’t for the latest return to sanity. Take me back to the 50s by all means!
The 50s weren’t much better, don’t forget about Jonestown. I think at any point in human history we will find horrendous cults.
@@AlluringRat-w8oThe Jonestown tragedy took place in the 70's.. but yes, plenty of sick and twisted stuff happened in the '50's as well
Plenty of bad things were happening in the 1950s, and earlier decades. Members of my family grew up poor and experienced and witnessed some unfortunate things. You weren't allowed to talk about abuse. That's why it seems better, emphasis on seems.
I know, I know; I was just making a point and most of the Indian-guru following, ‘free love’ kind of stupidity started in the 60s, inarguably, right? Otherwise all kinds of madness has happened in tiny corners in hiding throughout history, I would say but the 60s for the West and maybe post WWII have been societal madness. I’ve already been noticing, for instance, how almost all the serial predators and extreme abusers in Europe and the US were almost all born during or immediately after the war…
The 50s were NOT better. Where do you think these cult leaders in the 70s and 80s come from? They came from the absolute dysfunction of the 50s. I would say the whole culture back then was a type of cult. Everything was about appearances, and keeping secrets. SA was not only ignored, but a shameful secret that many families let keep happening, because they refused to deal with it. The woman doing the interview even said this “grandpa” character was abused as a child. Nobody should ever want to go back to the 50s. It was not a golden era.
How do these horrible people get away with these crimes, its beyond me. I'm terrible sorry for having to go through this, no child should have to endure. OK, there might have been some idiots sponsoring this "enterprise" but how was it at possible to fund it worldwide, is the second thing that is beyond me????
They sold generic Christian merch like homemade videos with Christian music and kids dancing/singing on top of sending the kids out to pan handle and sing for money.
@CultstoConsciousness it's a huge operation, I'm not downplaying the volume of money can be gathered by merchandise, or videos, I have strong doubts about the audience it can reach. Why didn't I become an actor or a singer. Probably because I can't act or sing one might think! That'll be right ✅️
I'm so glad that Serena is so articulate, of course she's done an amazing work within herself.
I am very sorry that anyone had to go through that no child, especially under the age of 13 and 14 should have to do those kind of things. It is disgusting how people are so easily brainwashed and fear this takes over peoples lives. Your mom and as well as the rest of the adults are the most disgusting humans on the planet and they should be ashamed of themselves. God does not love that kind of abuse.
It is really hard to "like" this video
Best Linda Listen yet❤
She’s got to be the only sane one that came out of this cult. Nobody could withstand all this and stay sane.
42:48 With the "Life With Grandpa" show that Nick Crowley uploaded a RUclips video about, I'm surprised that they did quarantine; especially since Bird thinks it's appropriate to clean a bleeding wound with just one's own spit.
The male perspective on abuse is true my bf was abused by his older sisters friend when he was 10 and she was 18 he still has trouble thinking that was abuse because he said he liked it but his sister when she found out she beat her 🍑
these women are so powerful
6 years old and having that knowing …
Oh man…I’m so sorry ..
for some reason, my inner voice uses a Michael Pearl impression when i’m thinking of what Berg would sound like 🤔 i hate that her mother just could not deprogram even after so many years
Oh my think I need a time out from this poor woman, very very sad
This is so heartbreaking.