Spirituality Matters with Rev Karla

In this episode, Rev Karla exposes the dangerous inherent connection between white supremacy and American Christianity. She also discusses why the inaction of 'Not all Christians' is actually helping Christian extremists gain power in American politics. Click here to read the  blog version  of this episode or watch the uncut version on  Youtube . Additional resources for this episode include: Dona...

In this episode, Rev Karla reveals how you can find strength in the toxic words thrown at you by hate-filled Christians. She dives into her story of growing up in southern Indiana in the 60's and was called a 'woke liberal' and 'snowflake' by everyone around her. You'll discover how you to use any mockery thrown against you as empowerment for your spiritual journey. Click here to read the  blog ve...

This episode, Rev Karla digs deep into Micah 6:8 – a verse Christians often cherry-picked to justify harm and oppression. You'll also discover history traditional Christian church did not teach you, including how Christians have openly appropriated Jewish traditions.   Click here to read the blog version of this episode or watch the uncut version on Youtube . Additional resources for this episode...

In this episode, Rev Karla reads her letter to President Biden and discusses some of the responses it got on TikTok.   Read Rev Karla's Letter to the President or watch the uncut version on Youtube .

In this episode, Rev Karla reveals why your emotional triggers can become a powerful gift for wisdom and healing. You'll also dive deeper into important lessons surrounding religious trauma, spiritual manipulation, shadow work, gaslighting, grief, and binary thinking.   Read the blog version of this episode or watch the uncut version on Youtube .   Resources for this episode include: Revelation So...

After recovering from a nasty flu, Rev Karla is back to talk about how you can discover the Holy in everyday life. You'll learn how to recognize 'undefinable sacredness': The key to enjoying fulfilling spiritual experiences outside church. You'll also uncover the hidden conversion agenda of church support groups and how megachurches are attempting to twist the meaning of deconstruction.   Click he...

In this episode, Rev Karla discusses how fear-based theology is used by Christians to manipulate people into staying in church. She responds to bold statements made by John Cooper , Greg Locke and Matt Chandler . You can read more on this topic from Rev Karla in her blog post . Watch the uncut version of this episode on YouTube .  Additional resources for this episode include: Hilary Engel's tweet...

In this episode, Rev Karla discusses why the spiritual but not religious movement is growing. She talks about her own journey of leaving organized religion and how sometimes that felt like leaving a bad relationship. The spiritual but not religious are here to stay. You can read more on this topic from Rev Karla in her blog post . Watch the uncut version of this episode on YouTube . Additional res...

In this episode, Rev Karla discusses the importance of learning and understanding your own heritage. Who we are based on our ancestral lineage and why that is so important. and where is the sacred wisdom in that? You can read more on this topic from Rev Karla in her blog post and watch the uncut version on YouTube .

In this episode, Rev Karla discusses different interpretations of end-times theology and the Book of Revelations throughout history. You are invited to consider what it would be like if you are not living with the fear of hell, the rapture and the return of Jesus. Read more on this topic from Rev Karla in her blog post . Watch the uncut version of this episode on YouTube . Resources for this episo...

In this episode, Rev Karla discusses the grief we can feel after deconstructing from religion and no longer attending church every Sunday. The overwhelming emotions of grief can be a lot to process, but it's important to understand these emotions and give yourself time to feel them. There is sacred wisdom in grief. You can read more on this topic from Rev Karla in her blog post . You can watch the...

In this episode, Rev Karla responds to the pope saying that people who choose to have pets over having children are selfish . She discusses the many reasons why people are choosing not to have children and how this isn't the first time the church has used insults to guilt people into behaving how they want. You can read more on this topic from Rev Karla in her blog post .  More resources for this...

In this episode, Rev Karla discusses one of the most misunderstood emotions: rejection. She talks about how we can begin to understand why people bully and make people feel rejected. Rev Karla also shares parts of her deconstruction journey and dealing with rejection. You can read more about rejection from Rev Karla in her blog post. Watch the uncut version of this episode on YouTube . Sign up for...

In this episode, Rev Karla discusses the story of Job and suffering in the Bible. The reason for suffering is complicated and never absolute. There may not be answers to this question, but join Rev Karla in the conversation. You can read more on this topic in her blog post and watch the uncut version of this episode on YouTube . 

In this episode, Rev Karla discusses how rejecting your faith is different than deconstructing from it. She talks about the many ways she has seen and experienced religious trauma and spiritual manipulation during her own deconstructing journey. Many times, recognizing the trauma is the first step to beginning your deconstructing journey, but it looks different for everyone. You can read more on t...

In this episode, Rev Karla talks about how to deal with loss and suffering through a Christian lens versus a Buddhist lens. She also discusses the first steps to deconstructing from your religious heritage and the importance of learning to heal rather than just mend your wounds. You can read more from Rev Karla on this topic in her blog post . 

In this episode, Rev Karla discusses some hard truths about the realities of today. Our spirituality is connected to everything including racism, politics and activism. Rev Karla ends the episode with a few questions to help you in a contemplative practice reflecting on 2021. You can read more on this topic in Rev Karla's blog post and watch the video version of this episode on YouTube .  Resource...

In this episode, Rev Karla interviews Pastor Jeff Baker from Chosen Family Church in Canada. The two first connected on TikTok on their growing platforms for helping people deconstruct toxic theology. Pastor Jeff talked about what it was like to grow up religious and questioning their sexual identity, beginning to question other beliefs, and their path to becoming a pastor and expanding their inte...

In this episode, Rev Karla discusses the importance of keeping religion out of politics. Rev Karla shares her experience with religion in public schools, the current threat to our democracy if religion keeps playing a part in politics and what we can do about it. You can read more about the separation of church and state from Rev Karla in her blog post . If you'd rather watch the podcast head over...

In this episode, Rev Karla sits down with her spiritual TikTok friend, Jegaysus. They talk about his religious history in the church and the creation of Jegaysus after not being involved with the church for 10 years. They have a great conversation about the different ways to live a spiritual life, the language people use around spirituality and spiritual gifts and their experience with it. Make su...

In this episode, Rev Karla interviews Sophia Spallino where they discuss their experiences being raised in the church. They also cover topics including speaking in tongues, church camp and deconstructing from purity culture. You can learn more from Sophia on her website , social media and her podcast, Enlightened . You can watch the uncut video of this episode on Rev Karla's Youtube Channel .

In this episode, Rev Karla discusses how to discover how your spirituality can exist outside of religion. Questioning religion could mean you are stepping into a spiritual awakening to enter into the spiritual wilderness. Rev Karla makes suggestions on how to begin your spiritual journey. Read more on this topic from Rev Karla in her blog post and watch the video version of this episode on YouTube...

In this episode, Rev Karla interviews Pastor Paul Swearigen. The two discuss their journey through deconstructing religion. Pastor Paul talks about when he first started questioning religion and embracing the mystery in the unknowns. He offers some ideas about what might happen after death and discusses who, or what, God is to him. Books recommended in this episode include Searching for Sunday by...

In this episode, Rev Karla talks about a birthday that changed her life and the power of birthdays and rituals. Autumn is a season of embracing change. Will you accept the invitation to pause, reconnect and remember? You can read more of this from Rev Karla in her blog post.  

In this episode, Rev Karla invites you to take a moment and pause to reflect and feel connected to the Holy. Autumn is approaching and we must embrace the changing of the seasons. Read more about the Summertide in Rev Karla's blog post . You can watch the uncut video of this episode on Rev Karla's YouTube channel.