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ISBN
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9781250292759
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Book Title
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Deconstructing : Leaving Church, Finding Faith
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St. Martin’s Press
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9.2 in
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2024
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Hardcover
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English
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0.8 in
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Religion, Self-Help
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Christian Life / General, Christian Theology / General, Christian Life / Personal Growth, Spiritual
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14.5 Oz
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6.1 in
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240 Pages
Deconstructing Leaving Church – VERY GOOD
About this product
Product Identifiers
Publisher
St. Martin’s Press
ISBN-10
1250292751
ISBN-13
9781250292759
eBay Product ID (ePID)
3064617866
Product Key Features
Book Title
Deconstructing : Leaving Church, Finding Faith
Number of Pages
240 Pages
Language
English
Publication Year
2024
Topic
Christian Life / General, Christian Theology / General, Christian Life / Personal Growth, Spiritual
Genre
Religion, Self-Help
Format
Hardcover
Dimensions
Item Height
0.8 in
Item Weight
14.5 Oz
Item Length
9.2 in
Item Width
6.1 in
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Intended Audience
Trade
LCCN
2024-025315
Reviews
“Rev Karla’s Deconstructing offers pastoral and prophetic guidance for anyone moving beyond restrictive religious structures and into a more authentic and alive spiritual life. Her stories and insights bring wisdom, courage, and healing to those embarking on the journey of demolishing, repairing, and restoring their faith.” – Ben Katt, Author of The Way Home “Deconstructing is invaluable for anyone ready to break through the walls that separate us from those who do not look like, love like, and believe like we do. What’s at stake is the very survival of our democracy.” – Barbara Becker, Author of H eartwood: The Art of Living with the End in Mind “Rev. Karla is the pastor that I always dreamed existed as I was growing up as a young queer Christian who was curious about my faith and my identity. In Deconstructing , Rev. Karla shares her own journey towards a more expansive and inclusive faith, as she gently guides us on a journey away from narrow religion towards a spirituality that can truly work for each one of us. This book is an essential guide for anyone standing on the edge of their religion , wondering if there is a better way laying just beyond the boundaries of their faith. Rev. Karla is the perfect guide to lead us through the journey of deconstructing toxic religion and constructing a life-giving faith .” – Rev. Brandan Robertson, TikTok Pastor and Author of Dry Bones and Holy Wars: A Call for Social and Spiritual Renewal “With a beautiful balance and stark honesty, this book provides not only the logic of deconstruction, but the sacred space for emotional healing .” – Paul Swearengin, creator, minister, emotional well-being coach and author of Religious Right Religiously Wrong “As spiritual teacher and leader in metaphysics, I appreciate Rev. Karla’s courageous journey in deconstructing the life-limiting indoctrination as taught by most Christian religions. Due to the bulk of their tenets, a whole beautiful and powerful sect of individuals (woman) are left out, unseen, and unappreciated. Kudos to Rev. Karla for this brilliant work. ” -Rev. Michelle Wadleigh, D.D., author of Shadow Work “Rev Karla’s book is a beacon guiding home those feeling lost in a spiritual wilderness . She honors the places one feels broken and gently navigates the reader towards mending those spaces. Deconstructing gives the reader permission to be curious, explore their spiritual boundaries, and step into their authenticity. It’s honest, heartfelt, and beautiful .” -Stephanie Jo Warren, podcast host, educator, author “[Kamstra] has brilliantly addressed the complex process of deconstructing with clarity. She makes one’s own personal journey appear to be possible and simpler to begin , to navigate and to accept with confirmation…. A trail is blazed through Karla’s spiritual wilderness for others to follow….. She empowers our inner strength and confidence to experience a journey outside and beyond the church. For anyone seeking to experience Heaven On Earth, this book can be an inspiration with confirmation that it is possible to attain without the church leadership…. This book is freeing . It opens the doors for new chapters of living the rest of your life full of clearer visions with more confidence that every decision will be made with less guilt and more fulfillment…. Karla helps us to realize Faith can shift from fear-based paranoia to optimistic-based adventures .” – Tom Porter, Founder and President of Malibu Wellness, “Deconstructing is invaluable for anyone ready to break through the walls that separate us from those who do not look like, love like, and believe like we do. What’s at stake is the very survival of our democracy.” – Barbara Becker, Author of H eartwood: The Art of Living with the End in Mind “Rev. Karla is the pastor that I always dreamed existed as I was growing up as a young queer Christian who was curious about my faith and my identity. In Deconstructing , Rev. Karla shares her own journey towards a more expansive and inclusive faith, as she gently guides us on a journey away from narrow religion towards a spirituality that can truly work for each one of us. This book is an essential guide for anyone standing on the edge of their religion , wondering if there is a better way laying just beyond the boundaries of their faith. Rev. Karla is the perfect guide to lead us through the journey of deconstructing toxic religion and constructing a life-giving faith .” – Rev. Brandan Robertson, TikTok Pastor and Author of Dry Bones and Holy Wars: A Call for Social and Spiritual Renewal “With a beautiful balance and stark honesty, this book provides not only the logic of deconstruction, but the sacred space for emotional healing .” – Paul Swearengin, creator, minister, emotional well-being coach and author of Religious Right Religiously Wrong “As spiritual teacher and leader in metaphysics, I appreciate Rev. Karla’s courageous journey in deconstructing the life-limiting indoctrination as taught by most Christian religions. Due to the bulk of their tenets, a whole beautiful and powerful sect of individuals (woman) are left out, unseen, and unappreciated. Kudos to Rev. Karla for this brilliant work. ” -Rev. Michelle Wadleigh, D.D., author of Shadow Work “Rev Karla’s book is a beacon guiding home those feeling lost in a spiritual wilderness . She honors the places one feels broken and gently navigates the reader towards mending those spaces. Deconstructing gives the reader permission to be curious, explore their spiritual boundaries, and step into their authenticity. It’s honest, heartfelt, and beautiful .” -Stephanie Jo Warren, podcast host, educator, author “[Kamstra] has brilliantly addressed the complex process of deconstructing with clarity. She makes one’s own personal journey appear to be possible and simpler to begin , to navigate and to accept with confirmation…. A trail is blazed through Karla’s spiritual wilderness for others to follow….. She empowers our inner strength and confidence to experience a journey outside and beyond the church. For anyone seeking to experience Heaven On Earth, this book can be an inspiration with confirmation that it is possible to attain without the church leadership…. This book is freeing . It opens the doors for new chapters of living the rest of your life full of clearer visions with more confidence that every decision will be made with less guilt and more fulfillment…. Karla helps us to realize Faith can shift from fear-based paranoia to optimistic-based adventures .” – Tom Porter, Founder and President of Malibu Wellness, “Deconstructing is invaluable for anyone ready to break through the walls that separate us from those who do not look like, love like, and believe like we do. What’s at stake is the very survival of our democracy.” – Barbara Becker, Author of H eartwood: The Art of Living with the End in Mind “Rev. Karla is the pastor that I always dreamed existed as I was growing up as a young queer Christian who was curious about my faith and my identity. In Deconstructing , Rev. Karla shares her own journey towards a more expansive and inclusive faith, as she gently guides us on a journey away from narrow religion towards a spirituality that can truly work for each one of us. This book is an essential guide for anyone standing on the edge of their religion , wondering if there is a better way laying just beyond the boundaries of their faith. Rev. Karla is the perfect guide to lead us through the journey of deconstructing toxic religion and constructing a life-giving faith .” – Rev. Brandan Robertson, TikTok Pastor and Author of Dry Bones and Holy Wars: A Call for Social and Spiritual Renewal “[Kamstra] has brilliantly addressed the complex process of deconstructing with clarity. She makes one’s own personal journey appear to be possible and simpler to begin , to navigate and to accept with confirmation…. A trail is blazed through Karla’s spiritual wilderness for others to follow….. She empowers our inner strength and confidence to experience a journey outside and beyond the church. For anyone seeking to experience Heaven On Earth, this book can be an inspiration with confirmation that it is possible to attain without the church leadership…. This book is freeing . It opens the doors for new chapters of living the rest of your life full of clearer visions with more confidence that every decision will be made with less guilt and more fulfillment…. Karla helps us to realize Faith can shift from fear-based paranoia to optimistic-based adventures .” – Tom Porter, Founder and President of Malibu Wellness, “Deconstructing is invaluable for anyone ready to break through the walls that separate us from those who do not look like, love like, and believe like we do. What’s at stake is the very survival of our democracy.” – Barbara Becker, Author of H eartwood: The Art of Living with the End in Mind “Rev. Karla is the pastor that I always dreamed existed as I was growing up as a young queer Christian who was curious about my faith and my identity. In Deconstructing , Rev. Karla shares her own journey towards a more expansive and inclusive faith, as she gently guides us on a journey away from narrow religion towards a spirituality that can truly work for each one of us. This book is an essential guide for anyone standing on the edge of their religion , wondering if there is a better way laying just beyond the boundaries of their faith. Rev. Karla is the perfect guide to lead us through the journey of deconstructing toxic religion and constructing a life-giving faith .” – Rev. Brandan Robertson, TikTok Pastor and Author of Dry Bones and Holy Wars: A Call for Social and Spiritual Renewal “The beautiful balance and stark honesty of Karla provides not only the logic of deconstruction, but the sacred space for emotional healing beyond what others have to offer.” – Paul Swearengin, creator, minister, emotional well-being coach and author of Religious Right Religiously Wrong “Rev Karla’s book is a beacon guiding home those feeling lost in a spiritual wilderness . She honors the places one feels broken and gently navigates the reader towards mending those spaces. Deconstructing gives the reader permission to be curious, explore their spiritual boundaries, and step into their authenticity. It’s honest, heartfelt, and beautiful .” -Stephanie Jo Warren, podcast host, educator, author “[Kamstra] has brilliantly addressed the complex process of deconstructing with clarity. She makes one’s own personal journey appear to be possible and simpler to begin , to navigate and to accept with confirmation…. A trail is blazed through Karla’s spiritual wilderness for others to follow….. She empowers our inner strength and confidence to experience a journey outside and beyond the church. For anyone seeking to experience Heaven On Earth, this book can be an inspiration with confirmation that it is possible to attain without the church leadership…. This book is freeing . It opens the doors for new chapters of living the rest of your life full of clearer visions with more confidence that every decision will be made with less guilt and more fulfillment…. Karla helps us to realize Faith can shift from fear-based paranoia to optimistic-based adventures .” – Tom Porter, Founder and President of Malibu Wellness, “Rev. Karla is the pastor that I always dreamed existed as I was growing up as a young queer Christian who was curious about my faith and my identity. In Deconstructing , Rev. Karla shares her own journey towards a more expansive and inclusive faith, as she gently guides us on a journey away from narrow religion towards a spirituality that can truly work for each one of us. This book is an essential guide for anyone standing on the edge of their religion , wondering if there is a better way laying just beyond the boundaries of their faith. Rev. Karla is the perfect guide to lead us through the journey of deconstructing toxic religion and constructing a life-giving faith .” – Rev. Brandan Robertson, TikTok Pastor and Author of Dry Bones and Holy Wars: A Call for Social and Spiritual Renewal, “Deconstructing is invaluable for anyone ready to break through the walls that separate us from those who do not look like, love like, and believe like we do. What’s at stake is the very survival of our democracy.” – Barbara Becker, author of H eartwood: The Art of Living with the End in Mind “Rev. Karla is the pastor that I always dreamed existed as I was growing up as a young queer Christian who was curious about my faith and my identity. In Deconstructing , Rev. Karla shares her own journey towards a more expansive and inclusive faith, as she gently guides us on a journey away from narrow religion towards a spirituality that can truly work for each one of us. This book is an essential guide for anyone standing on the edge of their religion , wondering if there is a better way laying just beyond the boundaries of their faith. Rev. Karla is the perfect guide to lead us through the journey of deconstructing toxic religion and constructing a life-giving faith .” – Rev. Brandan Robertson, TikTok Pastor and Author of Dry Bones and Holy Wars: A Call for Social and Spiritual Renewal
Dewey Edition
23
Dewey Decimal
270.082
Synopsis
A gentle, wise guide for everyone 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.
LC Classification Number
BV639.W7K365 2024
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