Deconstructing: Leaving Church, Finding Faith

Kamstra, Karla

ISBN 10: 1250292751 / ISBN 13: 9781250292759

Published by St. Martin's Essentials (edition ), 2024

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Synopsis:

A gentle, wise guide for Christians deconstructing their beliefs and struggling with the role of faith in their life. As a “good Christian,” Karla Kamstra attended church every Sunday, listened to the pastor, and committed to functions and activities. But no amount of participation could shake her growing sense of spiritual unrest. As time went on, she realized that she was doing Christianity on autopilot—going through the motions, but spiritually checked out. She finally understood that the rules of the church were keeping God inside a too-small box, and it was time to let "Him" out. And so Karla embarked upon her sacred journey of deconstruction: healing her religious trauma and reclaiming her spirituality. Now, Rev Karla shares her journey in this wise, gentle guide to help anyone struggling with the role of faith in their lives. Readers are called to demolish the oppressive, patriarchal structure upon which their faith has been built, repair what experiences with dysfunctional and destructive religion may have done to them, and restore their hearts and souls. Deconstructing will lead readers from silent obedience to sacred empowerment, from religious dogma to spiritual freedom, from toxic theology to authentic faith. For anyone chafing against the confines of church doctrine—it's time to release God from the rules.

About the Author: An ordained interfaith minister and spiritual mentor, REV KARLA shines a light for those struggling with religious trauma or questioning their religious heritage. With a massive social media following, Rev Karla explores deconstructing Christianity, healing religious trauma, and the spiritual-but-not-religious path. Rev Karla is a passionate advocate for social justice and teaches people how spirituality is more of a reflection of our kindness and compassion than our focus on the afterlife.

Bibliographic Details

Title: Deconstructing: Leaving Church, Finding Faith
Publisher: St. Martin's Essentials (edition )
Publication Date: 2024
Binding: Hardcover
Condition: Very Good
Dust Jacket Condition: Dust Jacket Included