At 23, Kevin Makins and a small group of friends started a congregation to find out whether church was worth fighting for. Against a backdrop of hurt, rejection, and skepticism, he tells how a ragged community of outsiders learned to belong and rebuild shared life.

Part memoir and part practical reflection, the narrative looks honestly at why people leave or feel silenced and what it takes to renew communal worship. Chapters address formation, everyday practices, leadership choices, and the small acts that sustain fellowship.

Clear and unguarded, the book speaks to anyone who has been burned by church, felt misunderstood, or wondered whether church still matters. It will resonate with young adults, leaders, and readers curious about community-centered renewal.

Key themes

• Community & belonging
• Church planting and renewal
• Personal memoir and testimony
• Practical reflections on leadership

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