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Gratitude Works!. A 21-Day Program...

Robert Emmons A.

Gratitude Works!. A 21-Day Program for Creating Emotional Prosperity

A purposeful guide for cultivating gratitude as a way of life Recent dramatic advances in our understanding of gratitude have changed the question from «does gratitude work?» to «how do we get more of it?» This book explores evidence-based practices in a compelling and accessible way and provides a step-by-step guide to cultivating gratitude in their lives. Gratitude Works! also shows how religious, philosophical, and spiritual traditions validate the greatest insights of science about...

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Robert Emmons A.

Catholicism For Dummies

John Trigilio

Catholicism For Dummies

A comprehensive and definitive guide to the Catholic faith Whether you're a member of the faith or just interested in it, Catholicism For Dummies, 3rd Edition offers a casual, straightforward introduction to the ins and outs of the contemporary church. It explores the moral foundations of Catholicism and explains such sacraments as weddings, Baptisms, funerals, Confirmations, and First Communions. It also covers the basics of Catholic belief, including the story of creation, the origin of sin,...

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John Trigilio

The Courage to Teach Guide for Refl...

Megan Scribner

The Courage to Teach Guide for Reflection and Renewal

20th ANNIVERSARY EDITION The Courage to Teach Guide for Reflection & Renewal is a helpful companion to Parker J. Palmer's classic work on restoring identity and integrity to professional life. A superb resource for those who wish to extend their exploration of the ideas in The Courage to Teach, as individuals or part of a study group, the Guide provides practical ways to create «safe space» for honest reflection and probing conversations and offers chapter-by-chapter questions and exercises to...

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Megan Scribner

Catholicism All-In-One For Dummies

Consumer Dummies

Catholicism All-In-One For Dummies

Grasp the beliefs and practices about one of the world's oldest religions Catholicism All-In-One For Dummies is your all-inclusive guide to the Catholic Church and its billions of followers. You'll learn how Catholicism came to be, how it's practiced, and where it stands socially and politically as you explore the rich history and diverse culture surrounding this major religion. Clear, friendly writing takes you inside a mass to understand what happens there, and walks you through a tour of the...

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Consumer Dummies

Taoism For Dummies

Jonathan Herman

Taoism For Dummies

The definitive guide to understanding Taoism—no matter your background or faith Lao Tzu's Tao Te Ching is the second most translated book in the world, and the practice of religious Taoism is on the rise in China, where adherents currently number in the hundreds of millions. Yet there remains a remarkable lack of reliable information about Taoism for curious westerners. Taoism For Dummies provides comprehensive coverage of Taoism's origins in China's Chou Dynasty, its underlying quietist...

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Jonathan Herman

Catholic Mass For Dummies

Rev. Brighenti Kenneth

Catholic Mass For Dummies

An unintimidating guide to understanding the Catholic Mass Throughout the centuries, the liturgy of the Church has taken a variety of regional and historical forms, but one thing has remained constant: the Mass has always been the central form of Catholic worship. Catholic Mass For Dummies gives you a step-by-step overview of the Catholic Mass, as well as a close look at the history and meaning of the Mass as a central form of Catholic worship. You'll find information on the order of a Mass and...

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Rev. Brighenti Kenneth

Missional Map-Making. Skills for Le...

Alan Roxburgh

Missional Map-Making. Skills for Leading in Times of Transition

Guidance for church leaders to develop their own maps and chart new paths toward stronger, more vibrant, and more missional congregations In the burgeoning missional church movement, churches are seeking to become less focused on programs for members and more oriented toward outreach to people who are not already in church. This fundamental shift in what a congregation is and does and thinks is challenging for leaders and congregants. Using the metaphor of map-making, the book explains the...

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Alan Roxburgh

Divine Intuition. Your Inner Guide...

Lynn Robinson A.

Divine Intuition. Your Inner Guide to Purpose, Peace, and Prosperity

A guide for getting in touch with the inner wisdom that can lead to a more abundant and successful life When you are in touch with your intuition, every moment in your life takes on a whole new dimension as intuitive wisdom pours in. Your ability to assess each situation for immediate guidance allows you to move smoothly on your chosen path. Decision-making becomes quick, easy, and fruitful. And you move closer and closer to your best life by divining what is true for you. Divine Intuition is...

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Lynn Robinson A.

Missional Communities. The Rise of...

Reggie McNeal

Missional Communities. The Rise of the Post-Congregational Church

The third book in the trilogy that explores the popular missional movement From Reggie McNeal, the bestselling author of The Present Future and Missional Renaissance, comes the third book in the series that helps to define and illuminate the popular missional movement. This newest book in the trilogy examines a natural outgrowth of the move toward a missional orientation: the deconstruction of congregations into very small Christian communities. For all those thousands of churches and leaders...

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Reggie McNeal

In Pursuit of Great AND Godly Leade...

Mike Bonem

In Pursuit of Great AND Godly Leadership. Tapping the Wisdom of the World for the Kingdom of God

Is it possible for church leaders to use biblical and secular leadership concepts in a way that keeps Christ—not the marketplace—at the center of their mission? Drawing on biblical material and business wisdom, In Pursuit of Great AND Godly Leadership explores the critical leadership decisions and practices that shape the success of Christian organizations. These decisions are illustrated in compelling interviews with over forty leaders of churches, universities, denominational bodies, and...

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Mike Bonem

Twelve Keys to an Effective Church....

Kennon Callahan L.

Twelve Keys to an Effective Church. Strong, Healthy Congregations Living in the Grace of God

A thoroughly revised and updated edition of one of the most trusted and authoritative strategic resources for church leaders In this second edition of his groundbreaking book, Kennon Callahan identifies the twelve essential qualities of successful, growing churches and offers all congregations a way to unlock their potential for effective ministry. The Twelve Keys program balances practical planning with theological understanding to help churches function more effectively as they seek to grow...

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Kennon Callahan L.

Your Church in Rhythm. The Forgotte...

Bruce Miller B.

Your Church in Rhythm. The Forgotten Dimensions of Seasons and Cycles

A gentle new way for church leader’s to survive stress and burnout Bruce Miller debunks the idea of balance—basically trying to have it all, all the time. Most churches and their pastors try to do everything at once and feel guilty if any one aspect (worship, ministries, outreach, etc.) is neglected. He replaces the exhausting concept of balance with the idea of rhythm: churches, like people, need to give attention to different programs and ministries at different times, basically by attending...

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Bruce Miller B.

Baby Boomers and Beyond. Tapping th...

Amy Hanson

Baby Boomers and Beyond. Tapping the Ministry Talents and Passions of Adults over 50

How ministry leaders can help older adults be a vital part of Christian community With the explosion of the older adult population, this important book explores the opportunities and challenges that this presents for the Christian community. Amy Hanson challenges us to let go of many old stereotypes regarding aging and embrace a new paradigm that sees older adults as active, healthy and capable of making significant contributions. Debunks the myths of aging that keep us from fully embracing the...

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Amy Hanson

Journeys to Significance. Charting...

Neil Cole

Journeys to Significance. Charting a Leadership Course from the Life of Paul

A powerful, biblically based model of leadership development based on the life of the Apostle Paul All churches, denominations, and parachurch organizations are eager for new models of leadership development. Cole uses the life and leadership lessons of the Apostle Paul to show how to develop leaders who are skilled, dedicated, and always open to learning from experience. Cole, a trusted, innovative authority, uses the four journeys of Paul to shows how leaders can grow to be more influential. A...

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Neil Cole

The Amish Way. Patient Faith in a P...

Donald Kraybill B.

The Amish Way. Patient Faith in a Perilous World

A sensitive and realistic look at the spiritual life and practices of the Amish This second book by the authors of the award-winning Amish Grace sheds further light on the Amish, this time on their faith, spirituality, and spiritual practices. They interpret the distinctive practices of the Amish way of life and spirituality in their cultural context and explore their applicability for the wider world. Using a holistic perspective, the book tells the story of Amish religious experience in the...

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Donald Kraybill B.

The Post-Black and Post-White Churc...

Efrem Smith

The Post-Black and Post-White Church. Becoming the Beloved Community in a Multi-Ethnic World

A blueprint for missional, multi-ethnic Christian community Efrem Smith, an internationally recognized and innovative African-American leader, offers a workable plan for connecting theology, practical ministry models, and real stories of people in multi-ethnic Christian communities. Using the example of Jesus, Smith develops a theology of multi-ethnic and missional leadership. Embracing urban and ethnic subcultures such as hip-hop, this book provides a rich mix of multi-ethnic church...

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Efrem Smith

The Underground Church. Reclaiming...

Robin Meyers

The Underground Church. Reclaiming the Subversive Way of Jesus

A new way to follow Jesus that draws on old ways of following Him The Underground Church proposes that the faithful recapture the spirit of the early church with its emphasis on what Christians do rather than what they believe. Prominent progressive writer, speaker, and minister Robin Meyers proposes that the best way to recapture the spirit of the early Christian church is to recognize that Jesus-following was and must be again subversive in the best sense of the word because the gospel taken...

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Robin Meyers

Beyond Forgiveness. Reflections on...

Phil Cousineau

Beyond Forgiveness. Reflections on Atonement

If we harbor thoughts of violence or hatred, or seek revenge or retribution, we are contributing to the wounding of the world; if we transform those thoughts into forgiveness and compassion, and then move beyond them to actually make amends or restitution, we are contributing to the healing of the world. This timely, powerful and compassionate book helps show us the way. —Deepak Chopra «Nothing will help us survive the present age more than breaking the tragic cycles of violence and revenge that...

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Phil Cousineau

Just Lead!. A No Whining, No Compla...

Sherry Surratt

Just Lead!. A No Whining, No Complaining, No Nonsense Practical Guide for Women Leaders in the Church

Become the effective woman leader God intended you to be Just Lead! provides practical leadership help for women to develop skills to lead themselves and others with the character, confidence and authenticity of a godly woman. The book shows what holds women back and then focuses the skills women need to lead others effectively. Using this hands-on, practical resource will inspire women leaders in the church to use its ideas to gain strength and lead well. Helps women successfully navigate the...

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Sherry Surratt

The Permanent Revolution. Apostolic...

Alan Hirsch

The Permanent Revolution. Apostolic Imagination and Practice for the 21st Century Church

A new brand of apostolic ministry for today's world The Permanent Revolution is a work of theological re-imagination and re-construction that draws from biblical studies, theology, organizational theory, leadership studies, and key social sciences. The book elaborates on the apostolic role rooted in the five-fold ministry from Ephesians 4 (apostles, prophets, evangelists, shepherds, and teacher), and its significance for the missional movement. It explores how the apostolic ministry facilitates...

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Alan Hirsch

Falling Upward. A Spirituality for...

Richard Rohr

Falling Upward. A Spirituality for the Two Halves of Life

A fresh way of thinking about spirituality that grows throughout life In Falling Upward, Fr. Richard Rohr seeks to help readers understand the tasks of the two halves of life and to show them that those who have fallen, failed, or «gone down» are the only ones who understand «up.» Most of us tend to think of the second half of life as largely about getting old, dealing with health issues, and letting go of life, but the whole thesis of this book is exactly the opposite. What looks like falling...

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Richard Rohr

Prodigal Christianity. 10 Signposts...

Geoffrey Holsclaw

Prodigal Christianity. 10 Signposts into the Missional Frontier

An engaging and thoughtful book that guides readers into the frontiers of being a missional Christian Prodigal Christianity offers a down-to-earth, accessible, and yet provocative understanding of God's mission of redemption in the world, and how followers of Christ can participate in this work. It speaks into the discontent of all those who have exhausted conservative, liberal, and even emergent ways of being Christian and are looking for a new way forward. It offers building blocks for...

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Geoffrey Holsclaw

Church Turned Inside Out. A Guide f...

Linda Bergquist

Church Turned Inside Out. A Guide for Designers, Refiners, and Re-Aligners

A design-thinking book for planting or redesigning churches and incubating a new generation of leaders. Written by Linda Bergquist and Allan Karr, two experienced church planters and mentors, the book is full of wisdom, practical advice, and creative counsel. Instead of a business-model-as-usual approach, the authors challenge readers to begin with the raw materials of beliefs, values, individuals, teams, and culture, and to then move outwards to draw from a rich palette of real and potential...

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Linda Bergquist

Immortal Diamond. The Search for Ou...

Richard Rohr

Immortal Diamond. The Search for Our True Self

Dissolve the distractions of ego to find our authentic selves in God In his bestselling book Falling Upward, Richard Rohr talked about ego (or the False Self) and how it gets in the way of spiritual maturity. But if there's a False Self, is there also a True Self? What is it? How is it found? Why does it matter? And what does it have to do with the spiritual journey? This book likens True Self to a diamond, buried deep within us, formed under the intense pressure of our lives, that must be...

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Richard Rohr

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