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Searching for Sunday: Loving, Leaving, and Finding the Church

This book offers a candid and introspective examination of the author's evolving relationship with the Christian church. It navigates the tensions between deep affection for the faith community and the pain of disillusionment that can lead to leaving. Through a series of personal essays, the narrative explores what it means to seek a spiritual home after experiencing loss and doubt, ultimately considering the possibility of finding the church anew in unexpected places and forms. more

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Rachel Held Evans
Rachel Held Evans

Rachel Held Evans, born on June 8, 1981, is a well-known American columnist. Her work focuses on issues such as religion, gender, and social justice, and she has gained a wide readership with her insightful and accessible writing style. more

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