church hurt

Intermediate 📱 Gen-Z / Internet Slang

Definition

Pain and alienation experienced within a religious community where you feel judged or can't find belonging. It's that special kind of betrayal that stings harder because you expected better from people who supposedly shared your values.

Example Usage

After years of dealing with church hurt, she decided to explore her faith on her own terms rather than through institutional walls.

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