Denial Is My Spiritual Practice: (And Other Failures of Faith)

"If there was such a thing as a spiritual grief group, this would be the book I would recommend. The grappling with scripture, where its promises deliver and where they don’t, is simultaneously consoling and provocative... I can wholeheartedly recommend it."
—Julia Seymour pastor and blogger at lutheranjulia.blogspot.com and readsallthethings.com.

"Through beautiful stories, Rachel G. Hackenberg and Martha Spong teach the reader how to move through denial and failure into acceptance and grace. With insightful vision, they paint a picture of life that prevails on the other side of failure. If you are searching for honesty in the life of faith and how to live in the midst of struggles, this book will be a balm to your spirit."
—The Rev. Becca Stevens, founder of Thistle Farms and author of Love Heals

"With insight, gasp-generating honesty, and wit, Hackenberg and Spong help readers appreciate how every event, every interaction, and every feeling can become an opportunity to learn more about living a spiritual life."
—Meredith Gould, author of Desperately Seeking Spirituality: A Field Guide to Practice

"In this lively, wise, and daring book, Martha and Rachel blend memoir, humor, and biblical reflection to explore the experiences most never dared to discuss in church. Let this engaging book help you illuminate the beliefs that shape your life."
—Ruth Everhart, author of Ruined and Chasing the Divine in the Holy Land