Dispelling long-held myths about the experiences and expectations of ancient women, Hylen provides ample evidence that women were impactful, vocal and a powerful social force in the time of Jesus.
"While I was seeking the words to describe what I longed for, Katherine May wrote them all in this book. I will return to Enchantment again and again."
Amy Pagliarella reviews Shannan Martin's latest book.
Historian, pastor and musician Raymond R. Roberts reviews Dave Matthews Band's latest single and considers the church's approach to violence.
"By letting chaplains tell their stories, Cadge allows readers to understand their motivations, individual approaches and perceptions of the significance of their service."
"Everything Everywhere All at Once" may be absurd and dance with nihilism, but it also contains important lessons connected to the Christian faith, writes Brendan McLean.
Amy Pagliarella reviews Rob Delaney's latest book.
"Naming the ways in which Asian Americans harm each other and render ourselves invisible when we adopt the values of the dominant culture captured the emotional taxation many Asian American church leaders endure — often without even realizing it."
"Martin’s goal – a worthy one – is to help preachers understand the real Paul so they and their congregations can learn from him, rather than be distracted by words that don’t fairly represent Paul’s beliefs."
"(Paterson’s) stories are also steeped with the universal challenges and heartbreak of childhood: feelings of being misunderstood, unlovable, lost, as well as the wonder and joy of absorbing life as it unfurls."
"Dear Son provides a needed jolt to dads who too often let momentum hurl us from one urgent parental obligation to the next without pausing to communicate with our sons in a methodical, lasting way."
Does everything happen for a reason? Kate Bowler talks with people about what they've learned during difficult times.
"Layland’s emphasis on humility, listening, and centering and matching the donors’ interests with the needs of the organization play to the strengths of many in ministry and contribute to de-mystifying the fund-raising function."
Whether you're looking for non-fiction, devotionals, theology or poetry, we have suggestions for year-round reading.
What Makes You Come Alive is both a history for those who prefer to read about spirituality and a contemplative guide for those who prefer action.
Human beings' desire for recognition goes deep and technology can get in the way.
"In Forgiveness, Episcopal priest and Harvard Divinity School professor Matthew Potts shows that a theology of demanding forgiveness (and even reconciliation) with wrongdoers can spiritually harm those who’ve been wronged."
"The TheoTech podcast offers a glimpse of what a Pentecost-inspired church can look like, and how technology is helping to make that happen."
Spiritual director Therese Taylor-Stinson calls readers to be "public mystics" in her new book focusing on Harriet Tubman's story and spirituality.
"[W]hat if joy is not only entangled with pain, or suffering, or sorrow, but is also what emerges from how we care for each other through those things?"
Three software programs to take your Scripture explorations to the next level.
Outlook Book Review Editor Amy Pagliarella and her teenage son Rowan discuss Jon Acuff's book Your News Playlist.
Alex Evans and Amy Starr Redwine review Carolyn Crowder and Rod Murphy's documentary "At the River."
"'(S)imple identification of an experience does not amount to healing.' Those of us who engage in clinical work to treat people presenting with symptoms of narcissism know that change is hard and takes time, and DeGroat cautions that healing and transformation is difficult work."
A podcast exploring all the "Frequently Unasked Questions" of faith. Three self-identified minoritized women in ministry share their opinions on faith, life and formation.
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