As both a therapist and a parishioner, I have watched many weary believers seek refuge in liturgical traditions—drawn by beauty, order, and a sense of rootedness after years of spiritual fatigue within politicized or performance-driven church cultures. I have seen institutions rise to moments of grace and stumble into failure. The difference often lies not…
Anne Chester, LCSW, is a licensed clinical social worker and writer based in Southlake, Texas. She is a member of St. Laurence Anglican Church and specializes in trauma recovery and the integration of faith and mental health. Her work explores how individuals and institutions can embody compassion, integrity, and resilience.
