Spirituality Matters with Rev Karla

In this episode, Rev Karla discusses the theories of redemption and atonement within Christianity and how that can be harmful when it carries over into other parts of our society. It can keep us in a cycle of being eternally grateful and bound to religious structures and the patriarchy but it can be liberating to break free from this indoctrination. Read more about this from Rev Karla in her blog...

In this episode, Rev Karla received a lovely email and question from a follower named Ginny, who wrote: "Thank you for the many ways we can explore our deconstruction as well as understand the ways Christianity continues to oppress the marginalized. Rev Karla, in your deconstruction, are you still a believer in the Trinity? That Jesus is the way to Heaven?"   In response, Rev Karla discusses the d...

In this episode, Rev Karla interviews Amir Yass, a queer Muslim unicorn living his best life as he navigates his spiritual journey. They discuss how faith can support you in your authenticity, separating culture from religion, and being out, loud and proud. They also talk about the importance of finding your tribe when your family minimizes your authentic self. You can find Amir on Instagram and T...

In this episode, Rev Karla discusses disruptive statements that help to elevate the human condition. Rev Karla talks through ways we can leave the world a better place by hearing, understanding and holding space for another person's pain. Does church support your spiritual values or is it time to leave and embrace other spiritual practices that feed your soul? No one has the road map for you, ever...

In this episode, Rev Karla discusses lessons learned from her beloved grandmothers. She recalls moments she now realizes was her grandmothers rejecting the patriarchy in different ways throughout their lives. Rev Karla feels connected to her religious heritage when telling these stories. You can read more from Rev Karla in this week's blog post and watch the uncut version of this episode on her Yo...

In this episode, Rev Karla interviews Unconventional Pastor Paul , a mutual from the TikTok deconstructing community. They discuss their interpretations of the Christian Bible, the threat of Christian Nationalism, and the books that helped them open their minds to spirituality outside of organized religion on their deconstructing journeys. Rev Karla has more book recommendations on her website, an...

In this episode, Rev Karla discusses the difficulties of creating the life you want as a woman living in a patriarchal society. She tells personal stories about the breadcrumbs in her life that lead her to step out of that patriarchal structure and pave her own path to a life she knew she deserves. It’s important to stay true to yourself, trust the divine timing, dear one. You can watch the uncut...

In this episode, Rev Karla discusses the grief of leaving church and losing your community on your deconstructing journey. Can you afford to lose that community? Will you ever return? You are not alone on this difficult journey. It’s hard, it’s scary and everything changes, but it is worth it. You can watch the uncut version on YouTube and read more from Rev Karla in the blog post . 

In this episode, Rev Karla discusses the importance of healing as an individual and as a collective, in community with others. She asks the question, "why did faith hurt in the first place?" Rev Karla dives into different stages and processes of the healing journey and how to create a safe space for your spirituality along the way. You can read more from Rev Karla in this week's blog post and watc...

In this episode, Rev Karla interviews Marlana Glaeser, the owner of Gentle Hands Consulting, a lifestyle consulting business assisting people with their trauma-healing jumpstart. She is a single mother sharing her story of childhood neglect, sexual abuse, and her spiritual journey beginning with growing up in a conservative Christian home. Marlana is also the Director of Spiritual Guidance and Com...

In this episode, Rev Karla interviews the executive director of Spirituality Network Alejandro Rodriguez. Rodriguez and his organization work to connect people with resources for spiritual growth and depth, regardless of their faith tradition, through educational training, programs and events. They discuss their different spiritual journeys and how they got to where they are today. You can read mo...

In this episode, Rev Karla discusses how to stand up and use your voice as an advocate when it is safe for you to do so. Rev Karla also talks about Andrew Harvey and his definition of sacred activism and the difference between evangelizing and advocating. You can read more from Rev Karla in this week's blog post . You can watch the uncut version of this episode on YouTube .   Additional resources...

In this episode, Rev Karla discusses 5 practical and simple ways to reclaim your spirituality, heal your religious trauma, and to know what it truly means to be on the spiritual-but-not-religious path. You can read more on this topic from Rev Karla in this week's blog post and watch the uncut version of this episode on her YouTube channel , Spirituality Matters.   Additional resources for this epi...

In this episode, Rev Karla discusses what the inner child is and healthy ways to begin the healing process.  You can read Rev Karla's blog post for this episode and watch the uncut version on YouTube .   Additional recourses for this episode include: What is an Inner Child and What Does It Know? , What is Your Inner Child? , Rev Karla's TikTok , and The Sexual Abuse Scandal Rocking the Southern Ba...

In this last episode of 2022, Rev Karla discusses her goddess hour writings and some of the Christian Nationalist politicians who won their races, that we need to keep our eyes on. Rev Karla also reads a special winter solstice writing that she shares in this week's blog post . You can watch the uncut version of this episode on YouTube .   Any New Year's resolutions? Join Rev Karla for Spiritual R...

In this episode, Rev Karla discusses her experiences of holding space for loved ones as they are taking their last breaths and the spiritual significance of taking care of them in those moments. Trigger warning: this episode discusses the death of humans and animals. You can read more from Rev Karla on this topic in her blog post and watch the uncut version of this episode on YouTube .   Additiona...

In this episode, Rev Karla discusses the difficulty of navigating the loneliness of the spiritual wilderness when you begin deconstructing to heal your religious trauma. Rev Karla leaves you to ask yourself, how are you leaving the world a better place because of your spirituality? You can read Rev Karla's blog post of this episode or watch the uncut version on YouTube . 

In this episode, Rev Karla discusses the dangers of Christian Nationalism, the Seven Mountain Mandate, the importance of the midterm elections, and the plan to privatize public education. You can read more from Rev Karla on this in her blog post and be sure to watch the uncut version of her podcast on YouTube .   Additional resources include: Vice , Dominion Theology, Christian Reconstructionism,...

In this episode, Rev Karla discusses how the bible is holding you hostage with harmful indoctrinated beliefs and how you can break free from them. If you've ever felt like you are a mistake, a sin, or going to hell then you are being affected by these toxic beliefs. You'll discover the crucial step to truly break free from these beliefs altogether, and it doesn't involve endlessly studying the bib...

Rev Karla details an experience she had with an internationally known psychic medium. The psychic medium revealed she had powerful male energy surrounding her which came as a surprise. In this episode, you'll discover how important it is to reflect on your ancestors. She also discusses pealing away indoctrinated beliefs that shun seeking out alternative paths to spirituality that oftentimes opens...

In this episode, Rev Karla discusses the wisdom in the changing seasons, our connection to the earth, and honoring the Crone years. Read the blog post for this episode and watch the uncut version on YouTube .   Resources for this episode include: The Triple Goddess: Maiden, Mother and Crone , All About Samhain , Persecuting Witches and Witchcraft.

In this episode, Rev Karla reflects on her experience officiating Ria and Amber Demiri's wedding, the hypocrisy of the patriarchy, and the death of the Queen. Be sure to read this week's blog post for more on the wedding, including photos. You can also watch the uncut recording of this episode on Youtube .

In this episode, Rev Karla discusses the importance of better angels and their role in history, activism and spirituality. You can read Rev Karla's blog post of this episode or watch the uncut version on YouTube .   Additional recourses for this episode include: Did Black lives matter to Abraham Lincoln? , Why Bible Accurate Angels Are So Creepy  

Rev Karla is back from a much-needed break where she discovered the beauty of stepping back and allowing for Divine intervention. Your spiritual journey is just beginning, beloved. Read Rev Karla’s blog post for this episode and watch the uncut video on YouTube . Additional resources for this episode include: 2020 Democrats sticking to their No Lobbyist Money pledge

In this episode, Rev Karla discusses how elements of your indoctrination could still be hiding in your life, while celebrating life's interruptions. She also discusses demolishing our country's broken system. You can also read the blog post and watch the video version of today's episode.