Hi everyone!
We are excited to announce the release of a new book through The Ancient Pathways Publishing. Donna’s fourth book, entitled, Why Do I Go To Church & Why Does the Church Exist Anyway?: The Historical, Human & Heavenly Journey of the Church.
Why Do I Go to Church & Why Does the Church Exist Anyway? explores the profound and often misunderstood subject of the Church—not merely as an institution or Sunday tradition, but as a living, spiritual reality born from Jesus Christ Himself. It distinguishes between the visible, often flawed structures of organised religion and the real, true and heavenly Church—a Christ-centred community that transcends buildings, denominations, and centuries.
It is a blend of biblical insight with a strong historical narrative, tracing the Church’s journey from its earliest beginnings through persecution, doctrinal shifts, the Middle Ages, and into the modern era. Along the way, it examines how power, tradition, and external influences shaped—and at times distorted—the original intent of the Church.
Supported by extensive footnotes, the book draws on respected scholars, theologians, and historians to ground its claims and guide the reader through complex theological and historical terrain. This scholarly underpinning enriches its accessible style, offering both depth and clarity to what is otherwise a relatively simple read.
At its heart, this is a book about Jesus Christ, revealing Him as the centre of Scripture, the fulfilment of God’s promises, and the very foundation and purpose of the Church itself. Readers are invited to move beyond religious routine to encounter the living Christ, whose indestructible life animates the true Church today. Written for believers, seekers, and those disillusioned by institutional religion, offering a compelling vision of what the Church was meant to be—and a powerful invitation to discover who Jesus truly is.
Donna sees this book acting like a kind of Christian tract—albeit a rather large one! It is written to be given to the average person on the street, or just a keen reader of history, somebody who is inquisitive about the Church, or even cynical. It can certainly be given to nominal church-goers, as well as seasoned believers. It is a real all-rounder, written as objectively as possible, so as to leave the reader to ask their own questions.
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