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"The Exvangelicals" w/NYT Best Selling Author, Sarah McCammon
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April 6, 2024
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1:02:07Now PlayingSarah McCammon, author of 'The Exvangelicals: How Evangelicals Are Leaving Their Churches but Not Their Faith,' discusses her personal journey of leaving the white evangelical church and the broader movement of exvangelicals. She explores the impact of Trump on the evangelical movement and the process of deconstruction that many exvangelicals go through. McCammon also delves into the challenges of writing the book, including sharing personal stories and navigating family dynamics. Overall, the conversation highlights the complexities of evangelicalism and the diverse experiences of those who have left the church. In this conversation, Sarah McCammon discusses her book 'The Ex-Vangelicals' and her personal journey of leaving the evangelical community. She explores the struggle of belonging and the pain of leaving a community that no longer aligns with one's beliefs. Sarah also discusses the intersection of her journalistic career and her personal background, highlighting the importance of empathy and understanding in reporting. She addresses concerns about the ex-vangelical movement potentially becoming a mirror image of evangelicalism and emphasizes the need for open dialogue and empathy. Sarah hopes that her book will provide validation and understanding for ex-vangelicals and foster empathy among people from different backgrounds.
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