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EPISODE · Jan 23, 2026 · 39 MIN

From Pulpit to Peace: Ken Wortley's Story of Self-Discovery

from The Sacred Gut Punch · host Dr. Tomi Bryan

Ken Wortley shares his journey from Baptist preacher to authentic self-acceptance after decades of suppressing his sexual orientation to please God and meet religious expectations. Married with two children and serving multiple churches, his carefully constructed life unraveled when his wife confronted him with the question: "How long have you known you were gay?" Through therapy, journaling, and a process he calls "unlearning," Ken deconstructed limiting religious beliefs, eventually finding peace, love with a Brazilian partner, and the grace to live authentically. You can connect with Ken via email at [email protected].

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