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Heaven Bent

Tara Jean Stevens

Supernatural signs & wonders. Unusual spiritual practices. Explore the fascinating and sometimes dangerous world of the modern-day prophetic movement, with host & creator Tara Jean Stevens. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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00:39:58

S3E5: The Women Preachers

Heaven Bent ·

2022/10/17

Tara Jean shines a spotlight on the women and girls of Emmanuel Church of Christ, including founding Bishop-Overseer Nina May Pierce. How did she fight off the men in her church who thought they knew better? Sharon shares her own experience growing up as a girl in Emmanuel post-Nina's leadership. Subscribe to Heaven Bent Plus for early access to episodes and bonus content, all ad-free.

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00:02:46

A special message from Tara Jean

Heaven Bent ·

2022/10/10

We're taking a break from releasing new season three episodes. But you can listen to the whole season right now by subscribing to Heaven Bent Plus. Subscribe to Heaven Bent Plus for early access to episodes and bonus content, all ad-free.

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00:31:22

S3E4: The David Terry Trial

Heaven Bent ·

2022/10/03

Emmanuel Pastor, David Terry faces murder and arson charges in a Tennessee court. What does his former lawyer remember about the trial? Also, Sharon confronts her dad about his memory of the trial and hears his perspective for the first time ever.Subscribe to Heaven Bent Plus for early access to episodes and bonus content, all ad-free.

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00:41:07

S3E3: The Tabernacle

Heaven Bent ·

2022/09/26

When the fire happened, in Nashville, Sharon was at Emmanuel’s church camp; speaking in tongues and crushing on boys. What dark secrets did the adults in her church keep from her? And why did they suspect a cult might be involved? Subscribe to Heaven Bent Plus for early access to episodes and bonus content, all ad-free.

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00:44:05

S3E2: The Bishop-Overseer

Heaven Bent ·

2022/09/19

Sharon learns about the early days of Emmanuel Church of Christ and its intriguing legacy of female leadership. Can this in-depth look at the church's history help us better understand what led to the tragic events of 1987?Subscribe to Heaven Bent Plus for early access to episodes and bonus content, all ad-free.

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00:36:24

S3E1: The Emmanuel Church of Christ

Heaven Bent ·

2022/09/12

It's the morning of June 16th, 1987, in Nashville, Tennessee. Shortly after midnight, firefighters are called to a blaze at Emmanuel Church of Christ. What they find in the ashes would change this small Pentecostal congregation forever. Thirty-five years later, Tara Jean Stevens begins to unravel this shocking crime.On the journey with her is Sharon Edwards. She was just a kid when the fire tore apart her church family. Today, she wants to know the truth about what happened.Subscribe to Heaven Bent

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00:01:00

S3 TRAILER: Emmanuel Church of Christ

Heaven Bent ·

2022/08/29

It’s 1987. Nashville, Tennessee. Emmanuel Church of Christ Oneness Pentecostal is up in flames and a mutilated body is found inside. Who did it? Why is the congregation’s beloved pastor missing? And could a Satanic cult be responsible, or was it something else equally sinister?In season three, host and creator Tara Jean Stevens reveals the shocking details surrounding this mysterious and thought-provoking murder. Along the way, she learns about the church itself and the people who once sat in its

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00:52:20

S2E8: The Heart Of Bethel

Heaven Bent ·

2021/04/19

In the final episode this season, what’s truly at the heart of Bethel Church, in Redding, California? And, is it a cult?

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00:24:26

S2E7: The Devil Himself

Heaven Bent ·

2021/04/12

The eye-opening evolution of the image of Satan in the Evangelical Church. Plus, what does the Devil have to do with the results of the 2020 U.S. presidential election. If you ask the leaders of Bethel Church, in Redding, California. The answer is a whole Hell of a lot.

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00:32:11

S2E6: The Once Gays

Heaven Bent ·

2021/04/05

Can God cure someone of their homosexual desires? Tara Jean Stevens explores “conversion therapy” and the “ex-gay” movement, within Bethel Church.

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00:32:51

S2E5: The Outbreak

Heaven Bent ·

2021/03/29

A COVID-19 outbreak at Bethel School of Supernatural Ministry makes national headlines. And, Sean Feucht’s “Let Us Worship” tour hits Washington, DC. Is he right? Could this be a “tipping point for revival in America”? And how about his critics? Will this be the superspreader event they’re dreading?

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00:23:59

S2E4: The Power To Heal

Heaven Bent ·

2021/03/22

At Bethel Church, they believe in the power to heal the sick and raise the dead. What could possibly go wrong?

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00:29:55

S2E3: The Bethel School of Supernatural Ministry

Heaven Bent ·

2021/03/15

What happens at Bethel’s bewildering School of Supernatural Ministry? And how do they plan to keep students safe as they return to class during the COVID-19 pandemic?

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00:30:02

S2E2: The City of Redding

Heaven Bent ·

2021/03/08

How much influence and impact does Bethel Church have in Redding? Turns out… a lot. And many locals are not happy about it. Is a cult really trying to take over this Northern California town?

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00:20:31

S2E1: The Freedom To Worship

Heaven Bent ·

2021/03/01

In defiance of COVID-19 restrictions on mass gatherings and public singing, a Billboard charting worship leader from Redding, California launches a national, outdoor worship tour. Thousands of people show up at nearly every stop, and there’s barely ever a mask in sight. Is Sean Feucht a superspreader? Join Tara Jean Stevens, as she begins her exploration into Bethel Church, one of the largest and most unusual churches in America.

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00:21:15

S1 BONUS: The Modern Prophetic Tour

Heaven Bent ·

2021/02/19

You’ve never met. So, how does he know your phone number? Your children’s names? And what you do for work? On this final season 1 bonus episode, join Tara Jean Stevens as she takes a deeper look into the controversial ministry of prophet Shawn Bolz – a “pioneer” in the Apostolic Prophetic Movement.

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00:01:53

Season 2: Inside America’s Most Unusual Church

Heaven Bent ·

2021/02/12

Supernatural healings. Gold dust falling from the ceiling. Resurrections. Bethel Church, in Redding, California, is one of the largest and most unusual churches in America. What goes on inside its bewildering School of Supernatural Ministry? Is Bethel as powerful as its critics believe it to be? And, during the COVID-19 pandemic, why are its most high-profile leaders defying public health orders? In season 2 of Heaven Bent, join Tara Jean Stevens as she continues to track the “Toronto Blessing” – a

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00:25:19

S1 BONUS: The Most Evil Person Ever

Heaven Bent ·

2020/10/05

Fire tunnels, gold dust, and a mysterious silver fleck. On this season 1 bonus episode: Tara Jean Stevens’ candid conversation with Bruce Vanden Berg. Like Tara Jean, he was once involved with the Toronto Blessing movement. Today, he has fond memories of his time with the church, but there also came a day when he knew he had to leave.

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00:14:15

Introducing Unfinished: Short Creek

Heaven Bent ·

2020/09/14

A divided community in the desert. A prophet with total power. A battle over family, home, and the limits of religious freedom. Unfinished: Short Creek, is the latest investigative true crime podcast from Witness Docs, and Critical Frequency. Short Creek, located on the Utah/Arizona border, is home to the Fundamentalist Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints, a break-off from the Mormon church that practices polygamy. Since their leader, Warren Jeffs, was sentenced to life in prison in 2007,

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00:49:42

S1E5: The Gold Teeth

Heaven Bent ·

2020/06/29

In March of 1999, more than 300 Christians claimed that gold teeth or fillings had miraculously appeared in their mouths. Can any of these “dental miracles” be verified? On this episode of Heaven Bent, Tara Jean Stevens returns to her childhood church in Prince Rupert, British Columbia, to find out. Also, on this final episode of the season, Tara Jean, herself a former follower, comes to some personal conclusions on the ‘Toronto Blessing’ movement.

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