I’ve written extensively about my frustration with the evangelical church’s support of Donald Trump and his racist, nationalist and often inhumane policies. In my husband’s family, it is expected that we gather together for a meal, gift exchange and general merry-making to celebrate Christmas. But, these family members’ anger toward my writing, politics and the deconstruction of my faith has dominated most of our interactions in 2018. I don’t want them to miss out on celebrating with family, nor do I want to spend Christmas Eve alone, away from them. And maybe I am wrong to be hopeful for my own Christmas gathering.

Source: Huffington Post December 21, 2018 14:26 UTC