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‘Crisis and Care: Meditations on Faith and Philanthropy’
In this excerpt from an edited volume, Aimée Laramore describes the difficulties of the diverse economic problems facing congregations — and the opportunities that adapting to them could provide.
"How to Have an Enemy: Righteous Anger and the Work of Peace"
In this excerpt from her new book, author Melissa Florer-Bixler writes about the importance of embracing vengeance, anger and having enemies as a Christian practice.
Excerpt: "Delighted: What Teenagers Are Teaching The Church About Joy"
Written by four faith leaders with deep connections to youth ministry, "Delighted" was published in April. In this excerpt, co-author Wesley Ellis reflects on how churches can offer joy and authentic friendships to young people.
Excerpt: 'Planning Sabbaticals: A Guide for Congregations and Their Pastors'
In this excerpt from his recent book, author Robert C. Saler writes about pastoral sabbaticals as a time of reinvigoration and reflection for both church leaders and their congregations. Saler directs the Lilly Endowment Clergy Renewal Programs and the Center for Pastoral Excellence at Christian Theological Seminary.
Excerpt: 'One Soul at a Time: The Story of Billy Graham'
Billy Graham’s method was as important as his message, historian Grant Wacker writes in his new book.
Excerpt: 'In This World of Wonders: Memoir of a Life in Learning'
To close the final chapter of his new memoir, renowned philosopher and theologian Nicholas Wolterstorff tells how he became a student while discussing his own book with prison inmates.
Excerpt: 'Were You There? Lenten Reflections on the Spirituals'
In this excerpt from his new book, the Rev. Dr. Luke A. Powery, the dean of Duke University Chapel, offers two Lenten meditations. Each of the book’s daily entries features the lyrics of an African-American spiritual and a brief reflection, along with Scripture readings and a short prayer.
Excerpt: 'Threshold of Discovery: A Field Guide to Spirituality in Midlife'
In this essay from his new book, seminary professor L. Roger Owens reflects on the feeling of spiritual restlessness in midlife during an outing with his family.
