In the Land of Believers

Gina Welch, a secular Jew from Berkeley, spends nearly two years immersing herself in the life of evangelical Christians by joining Jerry Falwell’s Thomas Road Baptist Church and participating in a mission trip to Alaska. Through this experience, she gains insight into the personal lives, beliefs, and motivations of evangelicals, revealing the appeal and significance of their faith. Her journey offers a compelling and nuanced perspective on a community often misunderstood by mainstream America.