The Deconstructionists

SHORT debrief on episode 2 - "doubting and belonging?" John and Adam want to make it clear that episode 2 is not about promoting church attendance or church in general. Just deliberate community. Even atheist philosopher Andre Comte-Sponville believes that deep, relational community is an essential component of human flourishing. Listen to this brief DEBRIEF on episode 2 and share your thoughts online at www.thedeconstructionists.com or email us at deconstructionistspodcast@gmail.com @deconstructcast on Twitter Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-deconstructionists/donations Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacyAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Is it possible to belong without believing? Is community possible while going through a deconstruction process? Can we avoid the big mistake of making beliefs the central premise of our love and commitment to others? There has to be a better way. Adam and John discuss these concepts and more with a special co-host, the devilishly handsome, witty, warm (and sometimes glib) Pastor Simon Forsythe. Simon has an uncanny knack for bringing messy, diverse people together. People who believe different things and live different lives. He shares some critiques of "church", "religion" as well as some general insights on belonging while dealing with doubt and deconstruction. He also has the most gorgeous accent you've ever heard in your entire life. Enjoy! Remember, deconstructing might be the most important thing you ever do. But never do it alone. This is a safe place and we are here for you. Hang with us. Listen. Learn. Question your own system. We would love to hear from you. Contact us at deconstructionistspodcast@gmail.com Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-deconstructionists/donations Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacyAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Adam and John give a quick list of recommended reading for deconstructionists out there. More of these short episodes to come. Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-deconstructionists/donations Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacyAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

What is deconstruction? Why is it a good idea? Who should participate in it? Who is welcome in this conversation? Show Notes: On this episode, John and Adam referenced a number of reading materials the listener might be interested in looking further into. Here is the article about using Derrida's notion of deconstruction on religion. Other Books referenced in this episode were Insurrection by Peter Rollins The Great Emergence by Phyllis Tickle Falling Upward by Richard Rohr Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-deconstructionists/donations Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacyAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy