Religious Refugees: (De)Constructing Toward Spiritual and Emotional Healing

Hurt by the church. Healed by the journey.Questioning our faith and spiritual beliefs while leaving the familiarity of our religious homeland can be excruciatingly painful. Loneliness isolation and fear of rejection--from God and others--can give rise to shame guilt anger and sadness. Yet paradoxically this uncomfortable process can be a powerful catalyst that leads to tremendous emotional mental and spiritual growth.Theologian therapist and ordained pastor Mark Karris is no stranger to the deconstruction/reconstruction process. In Religious Refugees he explores this disorienting faith-shift through the lens of cutting-edge psychological research theology philosophy and most importantly the real-world experiences of those who are going through--and have gone through--this arduous and confusing journey. You dont have to walk this path alone. Join the legion of others on the road to healing and self-discovery and let this book be your guide!