About this episode

This episode breaks down the trial of PCA pastor Zach Garris and its implications within the PCA.

In this episode, I break down the Rio Grande Presbytery’s trial of PCA pastor Zach Garris—how their case against him on slavery views backfired, resulting in a controversial “corrupt speech” conviction instead. A revealing look at judicial process, ideological tensions, and potential fallout in the PCA. To Support the Podcast: https://www.jonharrismedia.com/support/ Become a Patron https://www.patreon.com/jonharrispodcast Substack: https://substack.com/@jonharris Follow Jon on Twitter: https://twitter.com/jonharris1989 Follow Jon on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jonharris1989/ Our Sponsors: * Check out Mars Men: https://mengotomars.com Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/conversations-that-matter8971/donations Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

People in this episode

Host: Jon Harris

Topics covered

• judicial process
• ideological tensions
• PCA
• slavery views
• controversial conviction

Keywords

• Zach Garris
• PCA
• Rio Grande Presbytery
• trial
• slavery views
• corrupt speech
• judicial process

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Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Rio Grande Presbytery, PCA

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