The International Christian Church (ICC) or formerly, The International Church of Christ (ICOC) is a global Christian movement founded by Kip McKean. It emphasizes evangelism, discipleship, and a commitment to restoring New Testament Christianity with a belief that they are the one "true church". This video aims to deliver a brief overview of their past, present and future and break down exploitative and cult-like behaviour within the organisation using multiple sources from former members throughout its decades of practice. To question the pyramid scheme, MLM level hierarchy of the organisation and calls for Christians to question if their faith in this church can really be considered "Christ-like". I do not endorse bullying stalking or harassment of anyone shown in this video. Credit to all people whose clips I have used in this video: Leean & Leena: https://www.youtube.com/@UCvBRhLQt1Pj78DjL8zQnISw ICOC & ICC Shenanigans: https://www.youtube.com/@UC_5RjBGYD4VgCfE8c1k_ZQA WhaTheFlok?! "Cult Survivor Stories: https://www.youtube.com/@UCcLQYNEbPjmrzxYkGCbd5Fg A Little Bit Culty Podcast: https://www.youtube.com/@UCBOovlENJe1TMPKqMT2ZRDQ Nikieta Lambert: https://www.youtube.com/@UCvyOve11JdrB4gMNLBnVg2A Apologia Studios: https://www.youtube.com/@UCK9RJwC7Er16-Y8dvIQ-3tw ICOC Investigations: https://www.youtube.com/@UCxQGrcyb8cQYo1nDMtlWmiA Tina Marie J: https://www.youtube.com/@UCCBSj4ctRxQuieL6yYIrL-A TED-Ed: https://www.youtube.com/@UCsooa4yRKGN_zEE8iknghZA Travel Snacks: https://www.youtube.com/@UC9lkTlYUoF1iGnHM3smXxlQ Rohn Family Adventure: https://www.youtube.com/@UC1aVZdPOciPlENphKGK5Uow Brood of Vipers: https://www.youtube.com/@UC8EaaJAIqW6SrZAeq9-PSeA Gabe The Great: https://www.youtube.com/@UCMQihhkgL4uTHCrCUKWs6zg Good News Network - ICC: https://www.youtube.com/@UCJ-9wFrjetvL8ZpPQVw7GOg Music by Bensound.com License code: M9SHYRAIRYJNKLTH Artist: Theatre of Delays Artist: TURNIQUE License code: EQUZDD6XVOFBCR4VArtist: Theatre of Delays License code: TZYIK1MGUTT6ZIUR License code: EYHHDZ2MEOVRG89G Artist: Lunar Years

After everything I have heard, after recounting my own life and the lives of others, I can finally say it—yes, this was and is a cult. It’s hard to say, and for some, it’s hard to hear. But naming it gives me power over it. It makes healing possible. This is just the beginning. In Clemenz With a Z, I will continue unpacking my experiences in the ICOC through a new series of episodes titled This Was Supposed to Be the Place. In these, I’ll dive deep into purity culture, fear-based control, and the lasting impact on identity, faith, and trust. If you have a story to share, I’d love to hear from you. You’re not alone. Let’s keep this conversation going. I reference Steve Hassan's BITE model in this episode.  If you would like to learn more, you can check out a couple of his books here: https://a.co/d/5RQ3Vbl or here: https://a.co/d/7kFVPXs Thank you for tuning in to this episode of Clemenz With a Z. Your support means the world to me and helps keep these important conversations going. I know that for some, this was hard to hear. It was hard to say. But the truth matters, and naming our experiences matters. Healing doesn’t happen overnight, and it doesn’t happen alone. If you are a member, were a member, or know someone who was a member of the ICOC or ICC and would like to share your story about life in and out of the church, I’d love to hear from you. Together, we can continue exploring the question, “We were in a cult?”—and perhaps find some healing along the way. You can reach me via email at clemenzwithaz@gmail.com, or send me a DM on Instagram at the Clemenz With a Z podcast page. As always, if you enjoy the podcast, please rate and review—it helps more people find these stories. And don’t forget: I’m just a channel, I ain’t the source. If you would like to support the podcast financially please follow this link: https://gofund.me/7ebb0524 Until next time, take care of yourself, be kind to your story, and keep growing. Peace!

Source: https://www.podbean.com/eau/pb-unfxn-1861cba In this episode of Clemenz With a "Z," I sit down with Sachiko to hear her story of life inside—and eventually, outside—the International Churches of Christ. With honesty, warmth, and depth, Sachiko shares what it was like to grow up in a high-control religious environment, the internal battles she faced, and how she began reclaiming her voice after years of being told who she was supposed to be. This conversation is part of our “We Were in a Cult” series—an ongoing exploration of faith, fear, healing, and the long, complicated process of finding yourself again. Whether you're deconstructing, questioning, or just curious, Sachiko's story is one you won’t want to miss. Thank you for tuning in to this episode of Clemenz With a Z. Your support means the world to me and helps keep these important conversations going. If you are a member, were a member, or know someone who was a member of the ICOC or ICC and would like to share your story about life in and out of the church, I’d love to hear from you. Together, we can continue exploring the question, “We were in a cult?”—and perhaps find some healing along the way. You can reach me via email at clemenzwithaz@gmail.com, or send me a DM on Instagram at the Clemenz With a Z podcast page. As always, if you enjoy the podcast, please rate and review—it helps more people find these stories. And don’t forget: I’m just a channel, I ain’t the source. If you would like to support the podcast financially please follow this link: https://gofund.me/7ebb0524 Until next time, take care of yourself, stay grateful, and keep growing. Peace!

'I am happy to inform you that we are working hard to organize the next ICOC Conference in Istanbul next June' says Alberto Boralevi, Chair of ICOC

Source: https://www.podbean.com/eau/pb-uwunh-1806b9a Was I in a cult? That’s the question I’m exploring in this episode of Clemenz With a 'Z', but this time, I’m not answering it alone. For this conversation, I’m sitting down with someone who has had a front-row seat to my entire journey—my wife, Carly. Unlike me, Carly didn’t grow up in a high-control religious group. She never had to question whether leaving a church meant leaving God. But she did witness me navigate that journey. In this episode, we talk about those first couple of years in our relationship—when I was fresh out of the ICOC, still carrying the weight of my past, still sorting through what I believed, and still surrounded by friends who were very much still in the church. Beyond my own story, we also discuss the role that partners play in supporting their loved ones through deconstruction, healing, and rebuilding a life outside of a controlling religious group. Carly’s perspective as someone who wasn’t indoctrinated but walked alongside me as I untangled my beliefs adds a whole new layer to the conversation. What does it look like to be there for someone without fully understanding what they’ve been through? How can partners provide space, validation, and support while also maintaining their own perspectives? What was it like for Carly to watch me process all of this in real time? What did she notice that I couldn’t see for myself? And from her perspective… was I in a cult? Let’s talk about it. Thank you for tuning in to this episode of Clemenz With a Z. Your support means the world to me and helps keep these important conversations going. If you are a member, were a member, or know someone who was a member of the ICOC or ICC and would like to share your story about life in and out of the church, I’d love to hear from you. Together, we can continue exploring the question, “We were in a cult?”—and perhaps find some healing along the way. You can reach me via email at clemenzwithaz@gmail.com, or send me a DM on Instagram at the Clemenz With a Z podcast page. As always, if you enjoy the podcast, please rate and review—it helps more people find these stories. And don’t forget: I’m just a channel, I ain’t the source. If you would like to support the podcast financially please follow this link: https://gofund.me/7ebb0524 Until next time, take care of yourself, stay grateful, and keep growing. Peace!

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In the latest episode of Clemenz With a Z, we continue our series, We Were in a Cult?, with a deeply personal and eye-opening conversation featuring Liz, a former member of the International Church of Christ (ICOC). Liz shares her journey of being drawn into the church as a college student and the lasting impact it had on her life. This episode delves into the ICOC’s influence on marriage dynamics, including rigid roles and expectations that shaped her relationships and personal growth. With honesty and resilience, Liz reflects on her path to healing and self-discovery after leaving the church. Tune in for a compelling exploration of faith, control, and the courage it takes to reclaim your identity. If you are a member, were a member, or know someone who was a member of the ICOC or the ICC and would like to share your story of your life in and out of the church and help us maybe get closer to answering the question "we were in a cult?", and maybe find some healing please contact me via email at clemenzwithaz@gmail.com or you can DM via Instagram at the "Clemenz With a "Z" podcast" Instagram page.  As always, thank you for your continued support and if you like what you hear please rate and review!  If you don't remember, I'm just a channel, I ain't the source. If you would like to support the podcast financially please follow this link: https://gofund.me/7ebb0524 Until next time, take care, stay grateful, and keep growing. Peace!

Thank you so much for stopping by. This is the second part of the series I started a few days ago about my experience in a cult-like church in Lagos State. In this video, I shared a time when they manipulated me into believing that someone had sexually abused me, all to make me hate the person and prevent me from leaving the church. At the time, I had no idea that this was happening because I trusted them. Now, looking back, I can clearly see that it was simply a manipulative control tactic to keep me from leaving.

In this episode of Clemenz With a Z, I sit down with Emma for a powerful conversation in the We Were in a Cult? series. Emma was born into the ICOC—raised as a Kingdom Kid by parents who helped plant churches overseas and in the U.S. For her, the church wasn’t something she joined; it was the world she inherited. We talk about what it means to grow up in a high-control religious environment, how deeply it shapes your sense of identity and worth, and the long, painful process of untangling truth from fear. Emma’s story is honest, reflective, and deeply relatable for anyone who has ever questioned the system they were raised in. This episode is for the ones still processing, still healing, and still learning how to trust their own voice again. If you are a member, were a member, or know someone who was a member of the ICOC or ICC and would like to share your story about life in and out of the church, I’d love to hear from you. Together, we can continue exploring the question, “We were in a cult?”—and perhaps find some healing along the way. You can reach me via email at clemenzwithaz@gmail.com, or send me a DM on Instagram at the Clemenz With a Z podcast page. As always, if you enjoy the podcast, please rate and review—it helps more people find these stories. And don’t forget: I’m just a channel, I ain’t the source. If you’d like to support the podcast financially please follow this link: https://gofund.me/7ebb0524 Also—if you’d like to support the podcast financially, you can head over to clemenzwithaz.com and grab a sticker or something cool from the shop. Every little bit helps keep this going, and I’m so grateful for it. Until next time, take care of yourself, stay grateful, and keep growing. Peace!

International Christian Church CULT power couple, Michael and Michele Williamson who lead out of the London ICC ministry, are what some call "failed actors" who are phony to the core. This is a court tv show that Michele and Michael were on, claiming to be "personal trainers" and "marketing execs" [no mention of being cult leaders or at least pastors] But these two are interesting characters, literally and figuratively. #internationalchristianchurch #LondonICC #ICCcult #cult

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