The Dones

Several years ago I learned about a phenomenon called "The Dones." This is a group of people, supposedly more than thirty million in number, who previously were involved in various churches, who, for various reasons, are no longer involved in organized religion. Many were very actively volunteering in their local congregations, serving in many capacities. In contrast to a group called the "Nones," who no longer claim any belief, the Dones maintain belief and a walk with God. I have participated in the Church in America, serving,giving,volunteering and even leading in various ministries in a variety of local congregations, both traditional and house based over almost five and a half decades. I have wrestled with the reality of the American church system for a long time and have done my best to change, ameliorate, or survive in it. As of today, I am a Done.