Deconstructing: Leaving Church, Finding Faith

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.

Author: Karla Kamstra
Publisher: St. Martin's Essentials
Published: 10/08/2024
Pages: 240
Binding Type: Hardcover
ISBN: 9781250292759

About the Author
As an ordained interfaith minister and much sought-after spiritual mentor, REV KARLA shines a light on the path for those struggling with religious trauma or those questioning their religious heritage, offering a way to reclaim authentic spirituality. With a massive following across social media and an innate gift to connect deeply, Rev Karla's content is a call for all seeking clarity beyond religious confines. She explores topics from deconstructing Christianity, healing religious trauma, the spiritual-but-not-religious path, and the dangers of Christian nationalism. She is breaking down barriers and creating a more inclusive and compassionate world. With her unwavering commitment to this vision, Rev Karla is a passionate advocate for social justice and equity and teaches people how one's spirituality is more of a reflection of our kindness and compassion than our focus on the afterlife.