Inside the Cult of the Jesus Army

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Aired on Jul 27, 2025, 5:00 AM

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Description

It began with a dream of heaven on earth in rural Britain - but the reality was abuse on a shocking scale. From hippy origins to controlling cult, the truth is only now emerging.

Details

Status: Running
Language: English
Runtime: 58 min
Premiered: July 27, 2025
Schedule: Sunday at 6:00 AM

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Episodes (1 Season · 2 Episodes)

Episode 1

A look at the origins of the Jesus Fellowship, in which an early vision of communal living and spiritual commitment becomes more disciplined, violent and controlling.

Jul 27, 2025

58 min

Episode 2

As more and more people are drawn into the Jesus Army through its outreach schemes, the 'modesty culture' within the organisation takes a dark turn.