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Hear about faith, ministry, and church life from authors and thought leaders. The Book Hub is an online event space that hosts discussions, book launches, and more. It is hosted by Luther Seminary in the Faith+Lead Learning Lab.
During this month on “The Faith+Leader” blog and in the Learning Lab we are focused on the theme of “Faith & Food,” emphasizing that food is never just food alone (or “bread alone” as Jesus responds to the devil’s temptation) but always also about health, community, memories, social cohesion, and so many other things, including faith.
Ryan’s on demand course: https://faithlead.luthersem.edu/hybrid-ministry-in-a-post-pandemic-church-on-demand/ Check out this blogpost by Ryan: https://faithlead.luthersem.edu/healthy-boundaries-for-our-online-lives/ Yesterday’s blogpost by Alica Granholm might be pertinent: https://faithlead.luthersem.edu/7-ways-to-share-your-sermon-throughout-the-week/ Sample chapter of Ryan’s book: https://faithlead.luthersem.edu/the-holy-and-the-hybrid-navigating-the-churchs-digital-reformation/ Sales link in the chat after a winner has been named: https://www.fortresspress.com/store/productgroup/2039/The-Holy-and-the-Hybrid
A book review by Andrew Esqueda: https://faithlead.luthersem.edu/churches-and-the-crisis-of-decline Churches and the Crisis of Decline: https://www.andrewroot.org/churches-and-the-crisis-of-decline
Links mentioned in this episode: Buy Jeff Dafler’s book: jeffdafler.com/psobriety Article mentioned: faithlead.luthersem.edu/cultivating-a-culture-of-redemption-and-hope/
Links mentioned in this episode: Buy MaryAnn’s book: https://www.maryannmckibbendana.net/thebooks MaryAnn also has a book to giveaway to new subscribers to her newsletter, The Blue Room. Sign up here to enter: https://maryannmckibbendana.substack.com/
Links mentioned in this episode: Article by Christina Kukuk: spiritualityhealth.com/sensing-a-traumaversary Article on addiction and trauma: faithlead.luthersem.edu/recognizing-the-hidden-suffering-of-addiction/ Buy Christina’s book: christinakukuk.com/loving-what-doesnt-last/
During the height of the pandemic, how many times did you hear, “I can’t wait to get back to the way things used to be?” But the reality of faith communities had already been shifting before and there is no going back now. Perhaps you know you need to experiment, to mold and nurture faith in the current context, but don’t know where to start. These authors and leaders in innovation will share tools for moving forward towards revitalization.
During the height of the pandemic, how many times did you hear, “I can’t wait to get back to the way things used to be?” But the reality of faith communities had already been shifting before and there is no going back now. Perhaps you know you need to experiment, to mold and nurture faith in the current context, but don’t know where to start. These authors and leaders in innovation will share tools for moving forward towards revitalization.
Join Rev. Dr. Sarah Griffith Lund and Rev. Bruce Reyes-Chow in a discussion on holding boundaries as a church leader. This is part of a wider discussion on the theme: "How Do We Relate Now? Kindness, Mental Health, and Relationships in the Midst of the Holidays."
Join Rev. Dr. Sarah Griffith Lund in this episode on the theme: "How Do We Relate Now? Kindness, Mental Health, and Relationships in the Midst of the Holidays."
"How Do We Relate Now? Kindness, Mental Health, and Relationships in the Midst of the Holidays." Join Rev. Bruce Reyes-Chow in this episode for more.
Church leaders have been through a lot in the past year and half, and we know the challenges aren’t over yet especially in congregations that may feel more divided than ever. Join author Abby Norman in this episode for more.
Church leaders have been through a lot in the past year and half, and we know the challenges aren’t over yet especially in congregations that may feel more divided than ever. Join author Jennifer Grant in this episode for more.
Join authors Dawn Rundman and Ross Murray in a conversation about youth and children's ministry.
Looking to make your youth ministry more inclusive? Ross Murray, author of Made, Known, Loved: Developing LGBTQ-Inclusive Youth Ministry, discusses his book and youth ministry today.
What does children's ministry look like now? Dawn Rundman, author of Little Steps, Big Faith: How the Science of Early Childhood Development Can Help You Grow Your Child’s Faith, discusses how the pandemic has changed and is changing our ministry with children and families.
Sandhya Jha discusses their book Liberating Love Daily Devotional: 365 Love Notes from God.
Courtney Ellis discusses her book, Happy Now: Let Playfulness Lift Your Load and Renew Your Spirit.
Wess Daniels presents on his book Resisting Empire: The Book of Revelation as Resistance.
Elizabeth Hagan, author of Brave Church, and Rosalind Hughes, author of Whom Shall I Fear? Urgent Questions for Christians in an Age of Violence, discuss tough conversational topics in the church.
Author Rosalind Hughes discusses her book, Whom Shall I Fear? Urgent Questions for Christians in an Age of Violence, and Biblical frameworks for tough conversations in church.
Elizabeth Hagan, author of Brave Church, discusses her book and tough conversations in church. She is joined by Rosalind Hughes for a Q&A at the end.
Bill Wylie-Kellermann presents on this book Celebrant's Flame: Daniel Berrigan in Memory and Reflection
In this episode, Heidi Neumark presents on her book, Sanctuary Being Christian in the Wake of Trump.
In this episode, Karen González presents on her book The God Who Sees: Immigrants, the Bible, and the Journey to Belong.
In this episode, Janice Fialka, presents on the book What Matters: Reflections on Disability, Community and Love.
Stina Kielsmeier-Cook, author of Blessed Are the Nones: Mixed-Faith Marriage and My Search for Spiritual Community, discusses her book and how to create the ending of a story. This series, "Writing Spiritual Stories" focuses on how to make meaning, share hope, and discover God's presence in unexpected places through simple storytelling practices.
The authors Katie Langston, Liuan Huska, and Stina Keilsmeier-Cook answer questions about their books and writing. This series, "Writing Spiritual Stories" focuses on how to make meaning, share hope, and discover God's presence in unexpected places through simple storytelling practices.
Katie Langston, author of Sealed, presents how to create beginnings when telling a story. This series, "Writing Spiritual Stories" focuses on how to make meaning, share hope, and discover God's presence in unexpected places through simple storytelling practices.
Liuan Huska, author of Hurting Yet Whole: Reconciling Body and Spirit in Chronic Pain and Illness, discusses her book and how to create the middle of a story. This series, "Writing Spiritual Stories" focuses on how to make meaning, share hope, and discover God's presence in unexpected places through simple storytelling practices.
What lies are getting in the way of your leadership? Move beyond the lies holding you back. Sarah Ciavarri, author of Finding Our Way to the Truth: Seven Lies Leaders Believe and How to Let Go of Them (https://www.fortresspress.com/store/product/9781506456584/Finding-Our-Way-to-the-Truth), discusses her book and serving in ministry.
Coaching can be a powerful ally for pastors. Sarah Ciavarri, author of Finding Our Way to the Truth: Seven Lies Leaders Believe and How to Let Go of Them (https://www.fortresspress.com/store/product/9781506456584/Finding-Our-Way-to-the-Truth), and ministry coach Dawn Alitz discuss coaching and ministry.
Meta Herrick Carlson, author of Speak it Plain, discusses blessings and liturgy. Get the book Speak it Plain (https://www.fortresspress.com/store/productgroup/1898/Speak-It-Plain).
Heidi Barr, co-author of 12 Tiny Things, discusses self-care practices. Get the book 12 Tiny Things. (https://www.broadleafbooks.com/store/product/9781506465043/12-Tiny-Things)
Ellie Roscher of 12 Tiny Things takes you through simple, practices to embody your faith. Get the book 12 Tiny Things (https://www.broadleafbooks.com/store/product/9781506465043/12-Tiny-Things).
Lee Ann Pomrenke, author of Embodied: Clergy Women and the Solidarity of a Mothering God, explores explores biblical storytelling. Get the book Embodied (https://admin.cokesbury.com/Embodied).
Kristin Wiersma gives a talk at the live book launch for Grace and Gigabytes by Ryan Panzer.
Dave Daubert gives a presentation at the book launch for Grace and Gigabytes by Ryan Panzer.
Sarah Stonesifer Boylan gives a talk at the launch for Grace and Gigabytes by Ryan Panzer.
Stephanie Williams O'Brien gives a talk at the live book launch for Grace and Gigabytes by Ryan Panzer.
Recorded live at the online launch for Grace and Gigabytes, this introduction to the event features host Katie Langston and author Ryan Panzer.