Deconstructing Catholic

Today we're talking about faith deconstruction, the basics and the particular applications for Catholics who are deconstructing both inside and outside of church walls.  I hope these resources are a help to you as you grow deeper in faith.  Be not afraid!

1. Whoa, this episode of That Sounds Fun with Annie F. Downs and Tim Timmonds blew my mind! Beautiful new thinking about prayer and language to describe and encourage our relationship with Jesus who is so very present to us right now, just as we are.  Please give this episode a listen!

2. This episode of Human Hope with Carlos Whittaker and Ruthie Lindsey is a great lens into the depth of relationship, trust and faith that can come from a season of deconstruction.  I bet you'll want to be friends with both Carlos and Ruthie after this conversation is done. 

3. Podcast: Evolving Faith

4. Searching for Sunday, by Rachel Held Evans Falling Upward, by Fr. Richard Rohr Faith After Doubt, by Brian McLaren Out of Sorts, by Sarah Bessey

5. Emily P. Freeman breaks down the process of finding a spiritual director in this great episode of The Next Right Thing - check out her show notes for lots of details and help, too! 

6. Searchable database with helpful filters to help you find the spiritual director that's right for you

7. Good advice from Kimberly Pelletier in Christianity Today on how best to support a loved one who is deconstructing faith. 

8. Catholic voices on Twitter I recommend: Reily Cosgrove, Fr. James Martin, Michael Bayer, Jeannie Gaffigan, Brian Fraga, Fr. Chris Smith, Fr. Casey, OFM, Mike Lewis, Melinda Ribnek - I'll recommend lots of IG follows next week!

9. Where Peter Is: an online space for Catholics

10. If I can be of help on this topic, find me on Instagram or on my blog, would be happy to try to direct you to good resources or offer a word of encouragement!