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When the Pastor’s Spouse Wants to Leave the Church

01.10.2023 - By Thom RainerPlay

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We hear more frequently from pastors whose spouses feel strongly that they want to leave the church. These pastors ask us the tough question, "What do I do?" Sam and Thom respond to the question in this podcast.

The surprising responses to the question, "Why?"

The pain that is real

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