Books

Article Rob Bell and a New American Christianity
- By James K. Wellman, Jr.
- Posted on November 14th, 2012
The face of American Christianity is in transition, and Rob Bell, with his evolving look and artistry, has opened a window on this hybrid horizon. Known to many for his Nooma…
Article Review: The Teaming Church
- By Eric Van Meter
- Posted on October 10th, 2012
Successful teaming in a church requires a surprisingly geometric approach, according to pastor, author, and speaker Robert Crosby. In The Teaming Church: Ministry in the Age of…
Article Review: Builders of Community
- By Eric Van Meter
- Posted on October 10th, 2012
For mainline American Protestants, Builders of Community: Rethinking Ecclesiastical Ministry might best be categorized as wisdom from an unexpected source. Although a quite…
Article Review: The Welcoming Congregation
- By Patricia Farris
- Posted on October 8th, 2012
Henry Brinton is a pastor. He writes for pastors and for the church. He writes out of his own experience and draws on the wisdom of others. The Welcoming Congregation: Roots and…
Article Review: Rich Church Poor Church
- By Patricia Farris
- Posted on October 7th, 2012
In Rich Church Poor Church: Keys to Effective Financial Ministry, J. Clif Christopher affirms: “Jesus has died and been resurrected. The Holy Spirit has been sent to be…
Article Review: Do Jews, Christians, and Muslims Worship the Same God?
- By Patricia Farris
- Posted on October 6th, 2012
As Martin Marty states in his Epilogue, this book was prompted by problems raised in interfaith relations and in the interests of ordinary people, including those who study…