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Becky Garrison

Becky Garrison contributes to a range of outlets and is the author of nine books, the latest of which is Gaslighting for God: A Satirical Guide to Save Yourself From Spiritual Narcissists (Lake Drive Books, January 27, 2026).

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Religion Dispatches

Mars Hill May Be Disbanding, But Big Questions Remain

Following Mark Driscoll’s leave of absence and subsequent resignation from the Mars Hill Church network he co-founded in 1996, on October 31, 2014 a notice appeared on the church’s website announcing…
Becky Garrison
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Religion Dispatches

Holy Hipster Mark Driscoll Continues to Fall

Following the news that 21 ex-Mars Hill Church pastors asked lead pastor Mark Driscoll to step down, he returned from his planned vacation on August 24, 2014 and announced he will be taking at least…
Becky Garrison
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Religion Dispatches

Giving Up God—Not Just a Spiritual Stunt

“One of the perks of being an atheist is not having to do [traditional worship] anymore. I’ve been in the religion business all my life and I just need a break.”
Becky Garrison
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