autem cackler

obsolete One who dissents from the teachings of any given denomination of the (Christian) church. "Autem" is an obsolete slang word for church, and the obsolete meaning of "cackle" is to reveal secrets. The church is strong, but those autem cacklers have dissuaded many from the congregation. The church's scandals have turned many an adherent into an autem cackler. Grandma went to church every single day of her life. She'd be devastated to know that you two have become autem cacklers.