Confessing Sexual Sin Pt. I ~ Ft. Father Ryan Truss

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Confessing Sexual Sin Pt. I ~ Ft. Father Ryan Truss

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Nov 10, 2023

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Today on the Magdala podcast, Rachael kicks of season 4 with an interview featuring Magdala's Chaplain Fr. Ryan Truss on the beauty of confession in the midst of sexual sin.

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Nov 10, 2023

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A place of honesty, hope, and healing for women of faith struggling with sexual addiction. You are welcome at this table.

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Confessing Sexual Sin Pt. I ~ Ft. Father Ryan Truss

Confessing Sexual Sin Pt. I ~ Ft. Father Ryan Truss

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