MEANING LIVES NEXT DOOR TO CHAOS - A Pastor Between Prayer, Rain Boots, and Serenity

  • Pastor, feminist, and mother of four - Ina Jäckel balances her daily life remarkably and inspires countless women.
  • An invitation to consciously shape your own life and find more depth within it - without perfectionism, but with plenty of trust and humor.

Pastor Ina Jäckel lives in East Friesland with her husband and their four children. A passionate counselor and mother, she shares her vibrant daily life as both a woman of the church and a feminist with her engaging and profound community on Instagram.
Why is it so important to practice true self-care? How can I stay true to myself amidst the chaos of balancing family and career? What is the unique significance of friendship, and how do I lead a truly fulfilling life? Ina Jäckel has written a personal companion for those who find themselves "in the thick of it" - caught between family, work, and obligations, yet yearning for greater depth and serenity.
Combining humorous stories from her everyday life with honest reflections on life’s big and small questions, she inspires readers to keep searching for meaning, even in the midst of daily chaos.

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  • Publisher: Rowohlt Taschenbuch
  • Release: 06.10.2026
  • ISBN: 978-3-499-01871-8
  • 288 Pages
  • Author: Ina Jäckel

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Ina Jäckel

Ina Jäckel is a pastor, presenter, author, and columnist. She lives in Leer with her husband and their four children. A true North German at heart, she writes about responsibility, intimacy, and the many small decisions that shape our daily lives. On Instagram, she connects with a large community as @dingens.von.kirchen. Her writing is honest, reflective, and deeply relatable. She asks questions where simple answers fall short, inviting readers to encounter their own lives with newfound mindfulness.