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Trouble in Paradise|Sarah York

Trouble in Paradise : A Story of Ministry in the Aftermath of Clergy Misconduct

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Serving a congregation after clergy misconduct can be the most dangerous ministry no one talks about.

When a beloved minister is exposed for sexual misconduct, the damage does not end with his departure. It lingers-quietly shaping decisions, distorting relationships, and setting the stage for further harm.

In Trouble in Paradise, Reverend Sarah York tells the story of her eight years as senior minister of a prominent congregation after such a betrayal. York becomes what is known as an afterpastor-a role marked by impossible expectations, buried truths, and systemic resistance to change.

With candor, compassion, and hard-won insight, York challenges the comforting myth that misconduct is rare or isolated and reveals how secrecy, misplaced loyalty, and unresolved trauma can quietly sabotage a faith community. Blending memoir and organizational wisdom, Trouble in Paradise is both a gripping personal story and a cautionary tale for religious institutions of every tradition.

Details

  • ISBN-13: 9780967905822
  • ISBN-10: 0967905826
  • Publisher: Apollo Ranch Institute Press
  • Publish Date: August 2026
  • Dimensions: 9 x 6 x 0.37 inches
  • Shipping Weight: 0.5 pounds
  • Page Count: 162

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