Healing from Church Hurt: Reclaiming Faith, Boundaries, and Community with Vince J. Van

In this powerful episode of Rise & Thrive with Dr. J. Nicole, guest Vince J. Van, the Dream Team Director at New Birth Missionary Baptist Church joins Dr. J. Nicole to tackle the real and often unspoken topic of church hurt. Together, they unpack the emotional and spiritual impact of betrayal, contradiction, and broken trust within faith communities.They dive deep into:The difference between the “big C” Church (God’s kingdom) and the “little c” church (manmade institutions)How cultural clashes and leadership flaws can drive people away from their faithWhy boundaries, intergenerational relationships, and spiritual accountability are essential for healingFrom understanding Jesus’ human experience to confronting toxic dynamics in church spaces, this conversation empowers listeners to reconnect with God, community, and purpose—even after deep wounds.Whether you’ve been hurt by people in the church, are struggling to find your way back to community, or just need a reminder that God’s love never fails—this episode is for you.🎧 Follow and join us as we Rise in Faith and Thrive in Purpose.—🔗 Connect with Dr. J. Nicole:IG: @riseandthrivewithdrjnicoleTikTok: @evolvewithdrjnicoleYouTube: Rise & Thrive with Dr. J. NicoleShop: https://riseandthrivewithdrjnicole.myshopify.com