Angela J Herrington, MA, ACC, LSCC
Insight, Joy, & Hope
For over a decade, I’ve helped women break free from the grip of Christian patriarchy & reconnect with the wisdom they were taught to silence. As a trauma-informed coach, strategist, & author, I’ve walked alongside thousands through deconstruction, spiritual burnout, and the messy, beautiful work of learning to flourish.
I Love What I Do
My work brings together spiritual insight, nervous system awareness, & grounded practices that create lasting change.
Whether we’re unpacking religious trauma, exploring embodied leadership, or rediscovering the voice within, I show up with honesty, compassion, and a deep respect for the journey.
Some of my favorite topics to explore include:
- Reclaiming intuition after spiritual disconnection
- What deconstruction looks like beyond theology
- Rebuilding your spiritual identity
- Leading from feminine wisdom in a system built for control
Upcoming Events
July 11-12, 2026
Columbus Ohio Book Festival
The festival will feature a whole new lineup of 200+ national and Columbus-based authors, panel discussions, author talks, book signings and more!
The Festival Marketplace will brim with dozens of bookish retailers, community exhibitors, an entertainment lineup, local food court and the popular Indie Author Alley pavilion and Friends of the Library Big Book Sale tent.
As always, this event is free and open to all book lovers.
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Looking for a traditional Bio?
Your persistent scrolling has been rewarded!
Angela Herrington is a spiritual coach and seminary-trained online pastor who has spent more than a decade helping people break free from toxic religious culture.
She’s a firstborn, Enneagram 8, Gen Xer who loves to question everything. She holds a BA from Indiana Wesleyan and a Master's degree in Leadership from Wesley Seminary. Her graduate research project focused on leadership development and opportunities for Gen X women in the US church.
Angela and her unique online ministry are featured in Lyz Lenz’s 2019 book God Land: Story of Faith, Loss, and Renewal in Middle America. Her work has been featured in The New Republic, Religion News Service, Hope for Women magazine, and Authority Magazine.
Her first book, Deconstruct Your Faith Without Losing Yourself (Eerdmans, February, 2024), shares her decade of experience as a coach in Christian spaces, personal stories, a hefty dose of compassion, and her trademark Gen X humor.
Her second book, Embracing the Old Witch in the Woods: Liberating Feminine Wisdom from Christian Patriarchy(Broadleaf, October 2025), is a road map for readers to challenge limiting beliefs, confront systemic injustices, and reclaim their inherent worth and wisdom. It helps readers reclaim feminine wisdom to liberate ourselves, our communities, and our souls, gaining strength and resilience through our connection to ourselves and each other.
Angela is also a communication and operations strategist, wife of 20+ years, and a mom of 5.
Looking for a traditional Bio?
Your persistent scrolling has been rewarded!
Angela Herrington is a spiritual coach and seminary-trained online pastor who has spent more than a decade helping people break free from toxic religious culture.
She’s a firstborn, Enneagram 8, Gen Xer who loves to question everything. She holds a BA from Indiana Wesleyan and a Master's degree in Leadership from Wesley Seminary. Her graduate research project focused on leadership development and opportunities for Gen X women in the US church.
Angela and her unique online ministry are featured in Lyz Lenz’s 2019 book God Land: Story of Faith, Loss, and Renewal in Middle America. Her work has been featured in The New Republic, Religion News Service, Hope for Women magazine, and Authority Magazine.
Her first book, Deconstruct Your Faith Without Losing Yourself (Eerdmans, February, 2024), shares her decade of experience as a coach in Christian spaces, personal stories, a hefty dose of compassion, and her trademark Gen X humor.
Her second book, Embracing the Old Witch in the Woods: Liberating Feminine Wisdom from Christian Patriarchy(Broadleaf, October 2025), is a road map for readers to challenge limiting beliefs, confront systemic injustices, and reclaim their inherent worth and wisdom. It helps readers reclaim feminine wisdom to liberate ourselves, our communities, and our souls, gaining strength and resilience through our connection to ourselves and each other.
Angela is also a communication and operations strategist, wife of 20+ years, and a mom of 5.
Websites:
AngelaJHerrington.com
ReEngage.biz
Promotional Photos:
Angela’s Headshot
Angela at a Book Signing
Embracing the Old Witch in the Woods Graphics
