Inside the Cult of the Jesus Army

Inside the Cult of the Jesus Army

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1 Season · 2 Episodes · Premiered July 27, 2025

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.

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Seasons & Episodes

Season 1

2 episodes
E01
Episode 1
Sun, Jul 27 2025 5:00 AM GMT+0000 58 min
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.
E02
Episode 2
Sun, Jul 27 2025 5:00 AM GMT+0000 58 min
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.

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