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Deconstructing Faith: A Teenager's Perspective on the Modern Church - w/ Hannah Erre

Voxology
Voxology
Episode • Nov 29, 2021 • 55m

Mike Erre is joined by his 16-year-old daughter, Hannah, for an honest and heartfelt conversation about faith, doubt, and the challenges facing the next generation in the modern church. They delve into Hannah's experiences with rigid religious environments, her journey of questioning, and the hope found in open dialogue and permission to wrestle with tough topics.

Key Takeaways:

  • Permission to Question – The importance of creating spaces within the church where doubts and questions are welcomed and encouraged, especially for youth.
  • Navigating Closed-Mindedness – Understanding the impact of black-and-white thinking and the marginalization of differing perspectives within Christian communities.
  • Empathy and Compassion – Hannah shares how embracing others' emotions drives her passion for social justice issues and challenges within the church.
  • Building Relationships Across Differences – Insights into maintaining friendships with those who hold differing beliefs while fostering mutual respect and understanding.
  • Parenting Through Deconstruction – Mike reflects on the parallels between parenting and pastoring, emphasizing the value of patience, permission, and a long-term perspective.

Listener Emails: Mike and Tim read and discuss listener responses to previous episodes on deconstruction, highlighting diverse experiences and insights from the Voxology community.

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