When Narcissism Comes to Church: With Chuck DeGroat

Over the last few years, there has been a lot of discussion about narcissism and the destruction it can do: in politics, in organizations, and unfortunately, in churches. Is narcissism self-love or does it disguise something deeper? Why are the qualities of a narcissist often praised in leaders? How can we encourage cultures of humility, vulnerability, and curiosity instead of narcissism? We talk with Chuck DeGroat, author of "When Narcissism Comes to Church: Healing Your Community From Emotional and Spiritual Abuse"Chuck DeGroat (LPC, PhD) is professor of pastoral care and Christian spirituality at Western Theological Seminary in Holland, Michigan, and senior fellow at Newbigin House of Studies in San Francisco. He served as a pastor at churches in Orlando and San Francisco and founded two church-based counseling centers. He is a licensed therapist, spiritual director, and the author of Toughest People to Love and Wholeheartedness.Find Chuck at ChuckDeGroat.net and social media @ChuckDeGroat *****Special thanks to our sponsors at Quoir, publishers of The Quollective.The Quollective isn’t just another media platform. It’s a grassroots, justice-fueled toolbox for people who want to change the world—andstill laugh while doing it.----Use promo code radicallove for 10% off a yearly subscription—that’s asavings of 20% off the monthly price.  Go to thequollective.com andlet’s build a post-fascist future together.  Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.