Religious Refugees

(De)Constructing Toward Spiritual and Emotional Healing

By: Mark Gregory Karris

Narrated by: Joseph Earl Johnson

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 don't 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!

©2020 Mark Gregory Karris (P)2020 Mark Gregory Karris

Worth the read

I always figure that if I get at least one good idea from a book that it is worth the cost. The one good idea from this book is the author’s pentalateral hermeneutic of love.

Excellent Resource!

Deeply insightful. Honest, practical and filled with the light of hope for those struggling! Highly recommend!

Preachy instead of helpful

Author has a clear bias toward favoring those who believe like him and not anyone else