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Today's question: "I'm committed to my church. I show up. I serve. I care, but I still don't feel like I belong. What do I do with that feeling, and does it mean that I'm doing something wrong?"
Your messy adviser, Johan, dives into the familiar and sometimes awkward experience of faithfully showing up but still feeling like an outsider in your own faith community. With a blend of honesty and a wink towards the awkwardness, Johan explores why being present doesn’t always lead to genuine belonging, and why so many find themselves mentally folding chairs at the back of their own church gatherings. Along the way, you’ll hear a fresh take on the story of Zacchaeus, some surprising stats about connection in Canadian churches, and a few gentle nudges to help you notice and name those lingering on the fringes. It’s a short, punchy dose of summer encouragement for anyone who’s ever felt like a guest at someone else’s potluck—even after years of showing up.
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