Did God abandon us?

Book Description

When congregations face deep wounds from betrayal, conflict, or abuse, the silence can feel deafening. Lisa M. Maddox addresses a painful reality many faith communities know all too well: the lingering trauma that keeps churches trapped in cycles of hurt and disconnection from their spiritual purpose.

This compassionate guide explores how religious communities can recognize and address what Maddox terms "post traumatic church syndrome." When trust has been shattered and hope feels distant, congregations often struggle to hear divine guidance or move beyond their painful histories. The author acknowledges that these hidden wounds run deeper than surface conflicts, creating barriers that traditional approaches may not reach.

Rather than offering quick fixes, Maddox presents practical, strength-based tools designed to help faith communities of any size begin genuine healing. Her approach focuses on helping congregations honestly confront their past while building the resilience needed to step into an uncertain but hopeful future together.

For church leaders, members, and anyone interested in spiritual community healing, this work provides a roadmap for transformation. Maddox demonstrates how congregations can move from feeling abandoned and stuck in old hurts toward renewed faithfulness and shared commitment to growth.

The book serves as both a diagnostic tool and a healing resource, offering hope that even deeply wounded spiritual communities can find their way back to wholeness and purpose.