churches in transition
People are deconstructing their faith…even leaving their faith…and the church. Can churches survive?
A better question: can pastors survive? Pastors have never faced the obstacles, the division, and the pushback that they are experiencing today.
And then…there are the church members. Some of them have been hurt, even abused. How do they recover? Do they just give up on church and walk away?
The answer for both pastors and church members is: reconstruction. Starting over. Let’s look at what went wrong and rebuild something new. Something fresh. God is the God of new beginnings. Of new wine skins. Of resurrection. So, let’s talk.
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“Thank you so much for your ministry to those experiencing spiritual abuse. I have in the past month read your books, Broken Trust, STUCK, and now I am reading Return from Exile. All three books ministered to me deeply, and I would dare to say, changed my life...you have been like a brother to me, as I have been hurting, your books brought me healing and hope.”
Meet F. Remy Diederich
author, speaker, Coach, Consultant
I've been a pastor for over 30 years as well as a spirituality consultant in a treatment center for drugs and alcohol for 24 years. This experience is what led me to write six books to help people overcome common challenges like shame, anger, grief & loss, depression, and abuse (including spiritual abuse and toxic faith). People appreciate my down to earth approach that purposely avoids religious jargon and clichés.
I’ve worked with countless individuals, pastors and churches through the years to help them recover from past setbacks and failures to find a way forward with God’s help.
I've been married for over 40 years with three great adult children and two grandchildren. I live in Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA and enjoy biking, running, reading books, and sharing a beverage with good friends.
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Sometimes we need a little help. Life can be hard and the options are plentiful.
Coaching will help you take the next best step.
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“I was really encouraged by your message on returning from exile. Specifically that being in exile is a precursor to becoming a blessing to others. I really want to become a blessing to others. Thanks for your thoughts on living in exile, too. I found myself connecting with many of your points.”
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If you’re ready to get healthy then I’m ready to provide the insights, strategies and encouragement you need to overcome your setbacks and live the life God intended for and you and your church.
Abusive church leaders misuse Matthew 18 to silence victims. Learn why it may not apply to pastors and what you can do instead.