"Deborah Green, a frail 71-year-old woman, was the self-described general of the Aggressive Christianity Missions Training Corps, a cult that operated for decades."
"The book follows the journeys of Maura Aluzas and Sarah Green, exploring their experiences within ACMTC and the broader implications of cult ideologies in contemporary society."
"Maura Aluzas and Lila Carter's friendship began in the late 1960s, both seeking meaningful lives, which later intertwined with their religious fervor."
"The Greens' vision of a spiritual army aimed to combat secularism and mainstream Christianity, reflecting a significant shift in religious dynamics during the 1970s."
Deborah Green, also known as Lila Carter, was arrested in 2017 as the leader of the Aggressive Christianity Missions Training Corps, a cult active for thirty years. The book details the experiences of Maura Aluzas and Sarah Green, who navigated their involvement with ACMTC. It examines the evolution of cults in the U.S. and how their ideologies have become more mainstream. The narrative highlights the friendship between Maura and Lila, their shared spiritual journeys, and the influence of the Greens' vision of a spiritual army.
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