Thoroughly researched, this ground-breaking and eminently readable book
is an account of the lessons learned from groups seeking to work with
those who have left evangelical, Pentecostal, and charismatic churches
but who are nevertheless pursuing a journey of faith. It outlines some
of the supportive structures and one-to-one help that churches can offer
leavers, and suggests that a conversation between post-church groups and
churches would be of considerable value to all. Praise for 'A Churchless
Faith': '...sounds a trumpet call for every Christian with a heart for
the Church should heed. Alan brings intelligence, insight and compassion
to a hidden wound of the contemporary Church...the slow haemorrhage of
faithful believers from seemingly healthy congregations. This study
contains not only analysis but practical assistance for both leavers and
the established Church. It is one of the most significant discussions on
the future of the Christian movement you are likely to read.' Mike
Riddell, Theologian and Writer. 'This is a lively and topical book ...it
is written very fluently, it is based upon genuine research and it
tackles an issue that is extremely important to churches today - namely
finding out why people leave churches.' Professor Robin Gill, Michael
Ramsey Chair of Modern Theology, University of Kent at Canterbury.
