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It was my privelege to chat with the kind and clever Olivia Jackson, and contribute my perspective and experiences to this collective memoir. Olivia’s book (“Un)Certain: A Collective Memoir of Deconstructing Faith uncovers the courage and vulnerability of over 150 individuals from around the world as they navigate through their unravelling beliefs. Olivia weaves together stories of deeply committed believers who reached a breaking point with the Christian certainties and doctrines they once held dear. Exploring tales of abuse, exclusionary or harsh theologies, and a slow crumbling of conviction as interviewees share their journey towards a carefully considered expansion of faith, the book offers a glimpse into the nuanced and diverse experiences of those who reached the end of the road and dared to keep walking.

One of the things I appreciate most about Olivia’s book is that it feels like sitting in a circle of safety and trust, bearing witness as different people speak the truth of our experiences in faith based organisations.

No one is in charge, no one is insisting they have the answers. We speak simply as people, seeking to integrate what were often very painful, sometimes abusive religious experiences into our current lives.

If you need companionship as you process your own experiences, I recommend this as a resource.

Find more info, and follow Olivia’s work at

https://oliviajacksonwriter.com/