Religious movement provides a meaningful alternative to traditional church worship

Religious movement exchanges traditional church worship for something more meaningful: Growth in religious activity is not taking place in the Church

Nashville, TN (PRWEB) March 25, 2004 -- Have you ever gone to church and wondered, Is this all there is to Christianity?" Youre not alone. There is a spiritual revolution brewing inside the hearts of hundreds of thousands of people who have left the institutional church to live spiritually passionate lives through unconventional means of worship.

These believers have been worn down and turned into cynics by the run-of-the-mill ‘Churchianity formula most churches present for going to heaven. You know what Im referring to: go to church every time the doors are open, memorize dozens of Bible verses, pray and confess your sins daily, respond to at least one altar call, and never forget that God is watching your every move.

In Jaded" (Baker Book House, March 2004, $9.99) author AJ Kiesling explores the stories of those who are burned out (jaded) by boring church services, unethical clergy, and petty squabbles among the congregation. She delves into the hearts of those who have longed to find and are finding a deeper, more meaningful faith through small group Bible studies and fellowship and resources on the Internet.

Note the recent Barna Research Group study at http://www.barna.org/cgi-bin/PagePressRelease.asp?PressReleaseID=159&Reference=A. "Notice that the growth activities are those that do not take place at a church," BRG president George Barna said. "The church-oriented endeavors showed no movement. This may be an early warning sign that we are entering a new era of spiritual experience - one that is more tribal or individualized than congregational in nature."

Jaded" uncovers the story of a remarkable underground movement within the church and beyond. This significant work is sure to stir lively discussion among church-goers, clergy members, and religious leaders across the country. To receive a review copy of Jaded" or to schedule an interview with AJ Kiesling, please contact Shanon Underwood at 615-498-2189 or shanon@psmediarelations.com.