February 2026 | WESTMONT, IL—Outreach magazine has named three IVP titles 2026 Resources of the Year. The honored books include Remissioning Church by Josh Hayden, Nailing It by Nicole Massie Martin, and Global Christianity and Islam by Wafik W. Wahba. Now in its twenty-third year, the 2026 Outreach Resources of the Year honors the past year’s best books that emphasize outreach-oriented ideas that churches and organizations of all sizes can use.

Church 2026 Resources of the Year

Remissioning Church: A Field Guide to Bringing a Congregation Back to Life was one of two Resources of the Year in the Church category. This title was also recently named the 2025 Englewood Review of Books Readers’ Best Award Winner.

For church leaders longing to bring their declining churches back from the brink, Remissioning Church outlines the path of inside-out transformation through discipleship while focusing on serving your neighbors and the world.

“Here’s the book that is needed by about 90 percent of all churches and 100 percent of all clergy in North America,” said Will Willimon, professor of the practice of Christian ministry at Duke Divinity School. “Josh Hayden’s book is an enthusiastic invitation to today’s congregations to refit themselves for vital participation in Christ’s mission. Practical, proven, biblical, and very wise, Remissioning Church is destined to help scores of churches find their way into the future.”

Leadership and Calling 2026 Resources of the Year

One of two honored titles in this category, Nailing It: Why Successful Leadership Demands Suffering and Surrender challenges leaders of all ages to crucify their ministry idols and nail outdated leadership practices to the cross. Rev. Dr. Nicole Massie Martin walks through seven areas of traditional leadership that need to be reframed: power, ego, speed, performance, perfection, loyalty, and scale.

“We desperately need new models of leadership, ones grounded in the humanity and flourishing that Jesus invites us into. Nicole Massie Martin offers just that in Nailing It, rejecting abuses of power and toxic egos in favor of collaboration and mutuality,” said Sandra Maria Van Opstal, author, pastor, and executive director of Chasing Justice. “With experience leading in corporate, nonprofit, and church settings, Nicole brings her invaluable wisdom at a much-needed moment for today’s leaders. This book is a powerful call to rethink leadership for a more just and thriving future.”

Missions and Cross-Cultural 2026 Resource of the Year

Global Christianity and Islam: Exploring History, Politics, and Beliefs provides a comprehensive overview of Christianity and Islam. Wafik W. Wahba highlights key points of similarity and difference and particular factors that contributed to divergence between the Western world and the Muslim world. Exploring the various narratives that have shaped both Christianity and Islam, he argues, is crucial to understanding current trends in Christian-Muslim interactions and their impact on future relations between the two communities globally.

Kenneth R. Ross, professor of theology and dean of postgraduate studies at Zomba Theological University in Malawi, said, “In our fragmented and polarized world, mutual respect and understanding between Muslims and Christians are more important than ever. To navigate the terrain where they encounter one another, you could not hope for a more trustworthy interpreter than Wafik Wahba. Fair, balanced, sympathetic, patient, irenic, concise, and clear—this is an indispensable guide for all who travel the frontiers of Christian-Muslim relations.”

The Outreach Resources of the Year aims to highlight valuable resources for church leaders and bring deserved attention to tools that can help churches better engage in effective outreach to share the gospel and reach their communities for Christ.

For a complete list of IVP award-winning titles, visit ivpress.com/award-winners.

Contact:  Krista Clayton, kclayton@ivpress.com

NASHVILLE, TN (February 18, 2026) – HarperCollins Christian Publishing (HCCP) today announced that five of its titles have been selected as2026 Resources of the Year by Outreach magazine. An additional title was also recognized as a recommended resource.

Step Into a Captivating Poetic Conversation with Beloved Christian Poets that Spans Centuries

Orleans, MA – February 19, 2026 – The Role of the Moon by D.S. Martin has been awarded a Gold Medal in the 2026 Illumination Christian Book Awards in the “Poetry” category.

As the world experiences a renewed interest in poetry as a source of solace and reflection, award-winning poet D.S. Martin offers The Role of the Moon—a striking new collection that revives the depth and beauty of metaphysical poetry for today’s readers. This collection draws from the timeless themes of faith, loss, transcendence, and renewal, engaging in a vivid dialogue with literary giants such as John Donne, George Herbert, and Gerard Manley Hopkins.

In an era marked by uncertainty and spiritual searching, The Role of the Moon provides a literary sanctuary—offering thought-provoking verse that echoes both the struggles and aspirations of the modern soul. The book arrives at a time when contemporary poetry, particularly works exploring faith and existential meaning, is experiencing a surge in readership. Amidst this revival, Martin’s work uniquely bridges past and present, reinterpreting the traditions of Milton, Shakespeare, and Dickinson, and many others through fresh, evocative language. A “new metaphysical” voice emerges, connecting the past to the present with wit, poignancy, and striking originality.

Sydney Lea, former Vermont Poet Laureate (2011–2015), praises the collection as “a moving homage to the Metaphysicals, using metaphor as they did to grapple with supernal truths.”

Likewise, Rowan Williams, former Archbishop of Canterbury (2002–2012), calls it “a formidable achievement” in its profound conversation with John Donne and his legacy.

About the Poet

D.S. Martin is a Canadian poet, Series Editor for the Poiema Poetry Series, and Poet-in-Residence at McMaster Divinity College in Hamilton, Ontario. The most recent of his previous poetry books are Angelicus (2021) and Ampersand (2018). ISBN: 9798893480177 |On Sale 10.14.2025 | 5.5 x 8.5 | 128 pp. | Paperback | $21.00

Praise for The Role of the Moon

“The Role of the Moon comprises D.S. Martin’s moving homage to the Metaphysicals, using metaphor as they did to grapple with supernal truths. Almost arbitrarily, I’d call especial attention to “Prayer,” the uncanny opening poem of its fourth section, because the sequence synopsizes so much of what this luminous collection offers: it is at once humble and ambitious, vernacular and high-rhetorical. Most importantly, like the book at large, it epitomizes the example the poet means to follow. In a headnote he writes of the Metaphysicals that, because they “were deeply dedicated to their Christian faith … much of their poetry expresses their wrestlings with God, and with their own weaknesses.” Few beside Martin himself could, without the least pretension, undertake to emulate such grand predecessors. We readers are blessed that Martin did.” Sydney Lea, Vermont Poet Laureate (2011—2015) 

“Don Martin writes as always with an impressive blend of unobtrusive technical skill and a wonderfully innovative imagination. But the most distinctive gift of this collection is the sustained conversation with John Donne and the tradition he represents, producing a series of witty, poignant, searching interactions that bear many re-readings. A formidable achievement.” Rowan Williams, Archbishop of Canterbury (2002—2012)

“D. S. Martin’s The Role of the Moon is a conversation with the tradition of English-language Christian poetry—a strikingly creative one, because many are the books that play off of earlier poets, but few are those that, as here, achieve real originality and relevance. In vivid dialogue with Thomas Traherne, Gerard Hopkins, Christina Rossetti, Emily Dickinson, and many others, above all John Donne, Martin engages them in our world. Notable for agilely shifting tones, phrase-making ability, and an inventive combination of freedom and formality, these are alert and profound, memorable, often quotable poems. For instance, “New Life” is spurred by “The Windhover” (and also “God’s Grandeur” and “Spring” and even “No worst, there is none”) to say this: “Try your best to imagine the worst…/…the doom & dust passes, the fireweed / blueberries & grasses thrive   the hopeless vacuum fills / with new desire…” And so for Martin, along with Hopkins, ‘there lives the dearest freshness deep down things.’ A. F. Moritz, Griffin Poetry Prize Winner

Media Contact:  Danielle Bushnell, danielleb@paracletepress.com

Align Insight, an imprint of PRH Christian Publishing Group has signed actor Kellan Lutz— “Emmett Cullen” in the Twilight Saga—and his wife, former model, actress, and podcast host Brittany Gonzales Lutz’s for “WEATHERING TOGETHER,” offering encouragement and advice to couples for building a new life and resilient, faith-filled marriage despite past struggles, for publication in Spring 2027.

World rights went to Susan Tjaden at Align Insights, in an exclusive submission by Esther Fedorkevich at the Fedd Agency.

For rights inquiries, contact Denise Cronin decronin@penguinrandomhouse.com.

Align Insight is an imprint of Penguin Random House Christian Publishing Group, a division of Penguin Random House, LLC.

New Book Invites Women to Break Free from Financial Unease and Embrace Their True Worth

ATLANTA, Feb. 10, 2026—Although 94% of women anticipate being personally responsible for their finances at some point in their lives, only 28% feel empowered to take action. Bethany Frymire can empathize. In her debut book, Women of Worth: A Faith-Based Guide to Financial Wisdom (Harvest House Publishers), Frymire sits down with readers like a friend bringing a cup of coffee, dismantling the shame often associated with feeling ill-equipped to make wise financial decisions. Written with compelling and personal stories to illustrate her points, Frymire speaks directly to women who feel unworthy or unsure.

“This book doesn’t just tell you what to do,” said Kirsten Watson, author, speaker, Paterson LifePlan Guide, and author of the foreword in Women of Worth. “It reminds you who you are. This book isn’t just about money. It’s about courage. It’s about calling. It’s about standing up in your life, however messy or uncertain it may feel, and saying, ‘Yes, Lord. Use me here. Use me now.’”

Frymire’s authority on the subject wasn’t just learned in a classroom or as a financial advisor; it was forged in the fire of experience. In Women of Worth, she recounts several impactful stories including surviving Hurricane Katrina just months after buying a home with her husband and subsequently losing all of their earthly possessions. That experience taught her that while money can be a tool, a test and a testimony, it is never a measure of self-worth.

“For women who have ever doubted themselves, I see you,” says Frymire. “If faith, identity, finances and professional or at-home roles seem to be a challenge, join me as we walk through this together. My hope is that women come away realizing their worth and learning to confidently tackle any financial unease.”

Frymire’s affable writing speaks directly to the heart, teaching financial wisdom through stories but also moving past spreadsheets to ask the questions that drive behavior:

• What unspoken messages guide my actions and views of myself?
• What is God calling me to?
• How do I find the courage to faithfully follow God’s plans for me and my life?

For Frymire, self-worth begins intentionally with purpose and encouragement. She invites women to discover who God has called them to be and then apply that wisdom and confidence to their finances.

With practical insight into budgeting, reducing debt, investing wisely, and living generously, readers will come away with immediate, actionable strategies. Written in straightforward language, Frymire invites readers into her own story with prompts to help direct their path. Furthermore, as a mother and financial advisor, she equips readers to guide the next generation in biblical financial wisdom with a dedicated resource on how to teach children about money.

Women of Worth: A Faith-Based Guide to Financial Wisdom (Harvest House, ISBN: 0736993304) is available March 10, 2026. Paperback: $14.99.

Bethany Frymire is a financial advisor for Blue Trust’s Everyday Steward® division and serves clients who seek objective advice based on biblical principles through financial planning, investment management, strategic giving, estate planning, and trust services. Frymire earned her bachelor of science in marketing from the University of Florida. She is a CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER® professional and a Certified Kingdom Advisor® (CKA®). (The CFP Board owns the certification marks CFP® and CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER® in the U.S.)

Blue Trust believes women have a critical voice in the financial world. For more than 45 years, it has served and championed women—intentionally inviting them into the planning process and equipping them with financial knowledge. Blue Trust provides wealth management strategies and trust services based on biblical principles to help people make wise financial decisions, live generously, and leave a lasting legacy.

MEDIA NOTE:  For more information about Women of Worth: A Faith-Based Guide to Financial Wisdom, to request an excerpt or to arrange an interview, contact Christine Cape at 404.545.0085 or Adrienne Brown at 404.998.1106.

CONTACTS:
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AVAILABLE APRIL 6, 2026

While we live in a culture that tells us to look for happiness and fulfillment in ourselves, there is only one path to true contentment and satisfaction—walking with Jesus.

We’ve all felt the sting of disappointment, unmet expectations, and even grief. Sometimes it seems like we should just give up hope on things getting better. Our hearts are prone to sinful desires and seeking things that ultimately disappoint, but we were created with longings that only Christ can satisfy.

In You Are Satisfied, Joanna Kimbrel guides women on a 40-day journey designed to bring them to God’s Word to find peace, encouragement, and wisdom in the middle of life’s highs and lows. Each week focuses on a different way God shapes and satisfies our desires by exploring themes such as God’s promises, provision, plan, and presence. As we grow in our knowledge and love of God, he will transform our desires. If we hunger and thirst for righteousness, we will be satisfied.

• Women will discover hope in challenging circumstances and encouragement to deepen their faith.
• Easy-to-follow 40-day format includes Scripture readings, reflections, and application questions and is suitable for individuals or small groups.
• Part of the Gospel Truth for Women series, helping busy women of all ages and stages to identify their struggles and go to Scripture to meet God.

You Are Satisfied: Devotions for Your Longing Heart
Gospel Truth for Women series
by Joanna Kimbrel
April 6, 2026 / Retail Price: $19.99
Print ISBN: 978-1-64507-587-5
Religion / Christian Living / Devotional

For review copy and interview information, contact:
Audra Jennings – audra@newgrowthpress.com  

February 2026 | LISLE, IL— InterVarsity Press (IVP) is pleased to announce the release of Honest Conversations: Seeing Race, Speaking Truth, an eight-session streaming video series that invites Christians into courageous conversations about race, justice, and reconciliation.

IVP publisher Terumi Echols said, “The gospel invites us into honest, faithful engagement with the realities of our world. Honest Conversations creates space for that work, helping Christians see more clearly, listen more carefully, and speak truth with humility and courage.”

Hosted by pastor and author Travis Collins, and featuring a diverse group of pastors, scholars, and ministry leaders, the series blends biblical teaching, personal storytelling, and practical wisdom to address some of the most pressing questions about race and reconciliation facing the church today. Each episode explores a different dimension of racial justice and unity—moving from history to hope, from lament to action, and from individual good intentions to structural change.

“Over the past few years, I’ve learned a great deal—and that learning continues. The guest mentors I had the privilege of interviewing graciously opened my eyes to so many important truths,” Collins said. “I long for all of us to better understand what fairness truly looks like and what genuine unity really means, regardless of the hue of our skin or the accent of our tongues. And I invite you to join me on this meaningful pilgrimage of learning and growth.”

The eight streaming sessions and featured authors are:

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Why this hard conversation?

Irwyn L. Ince Jr. is the interim lead pastor at Grace Mosaic Church in Washington, DC. He also serves as Adjunct Professor of Pastoral Theology for Reformed Theological Seminary. He is the author of The Beautiful Community and Hope Ain’t a Hustle.

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We don’t know what we don’t know

David Swanson is the pastor of New Community Covenant Church, a multicultural congregation in Chicago’s Bronzeville neighborhood. He helps lead New Community Outreach, a nonprofit that collaborates with the community to reduce sources of trauma, and he speaks around the country on the topics of racial justice and reconciliation. He is the author of Rediscipling the White Church and Plundered.

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Good feelings and bad structures

Soong-Chan Rah (ThD, Duke Divinity School) joined Fuller Theological Seminary’s faculty in 2021 as the Robert Boyd  Munger Professor of Evangelism. Prior to his appointment at Fuller, Rah served as the Milton B. Engebretson Professor of Church Growth and Evangelism at North Park Theological Seminary. His books include The Next Evangelicalism, Unsettling Truths, and Prophetic Lament.

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Informed by yesterday

Walter R. Strickland II (PhD, University of Aberdeen) is associate professor of systematic and contextual theology at Southeastern Baptist Theological Seminary. He has coauthored or contributed to several books, including For God So Loved the World and the two Swing Low volumes on the history of Black Christianity in the United States. He is a host of the White Horse Inn podcast and founder of Cultural Engagement and Aptree Learning.

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The Bible and making things right

Christina Edmondson (PhD, Tennessee State University) is a higher education instructor, organizational consultant, and cohost of Get in The Word with Truth’s Table and the Truth’s Table podcasts. She is the coauthor, with Chad Brennan, of Faithful Antiracism and has served in a variety of roles including as the dean for intercultural student development at Calvin University. She is also a certified cultural intelligence facilitator, public speaker, mental health therapist, and a consultant in the areas of ethics, equity, and Christian leadership development.

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Lamenting and repenting

Mariah Humphries is a citizen of the Mvskoke Nation, writer, lecturer, and speaker whose work explores the intersections of spiritual formation and justice. Drawing from her lived experience navigating both Native and White American contexts, Mariah invites audiences to consider how faith can confront inequity and embody justice.

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Pastors and politics

Chris Butler is the senior leader of the Chicago Embassy Church Network and has been involved in several efforts to improve educational equity in Chicago. He serves as the founder and executive director of Parent Power Chicago as well as the founder of the Chicago Peace Campaign, which organizes churches and other faith-based institutions to build peacemaking networks in local communities. He is the coauthor, with Justin Giboney and Michael Wear, of Compassion (&) Conviction.

Justin Giboney (JD, Vanderbilt University) is the cofounder and president of the AND Campaign, a Christian civic organization focused on raising civic literacy, promoting civic pluralism, and equipping Christians to engage politics with the love and truth of Jesus Christ. An ordained minister, attorney, and political strategist, Giboney has been featured in publications such as the New York Times and Christianity Today and is the author of Don’t Let Nobody Turn You Around.

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Caveat and hope

Jamaal Williams (DEdMin) serves as lead pastor of Sojourn Church Midtown in Louisville, Kentucky, and as president of the Harbor Network. In addition, he regularly consults churches on leadership matters and issues related to building healthy multiethnic churches. He is the coauthor, with Timothy Paul Jones, of In Church as It Is in Heaven.

Echols said, “I am deeply grateful to Travis Collins and his guest teachers for shaping this thoughtful path forward for individuals and communities who want to address race with theological depth, grace, and hope rooted in the reconciling work of Christ at a time when there is a deep and urgent need for healing and restoration within the church. We are grateful for the opportunity to share this resource in this moment.”

Honest Conversations is available for purchase through Seminary Now. Learn more at ivpress.com.

Contact:  Krista Clayton, kclayton@ivpress.com

Rediscover the wonder of God with this small but mighty book that reminds readers of all religions, spiritual paths, and faiths that we are not (and never have been!) alone.

On the morning of November 11, 1995, Patrice Karst woke from a dream with the words “God Made Easy” appearing before her. From this unexpected moment comes a divinely inspired book that invites readers to rediscover the wonder of God.

Millions of pages have been written and published about God, and the length and complexity of these pages can be overwhelming. In God Made Easy, originally published in 1997, bestselling author Patrice Karst (The Invisible String) uses simple, user-friendly language to invite readers of all religions, spiritual paths, and faiths (or those with no faith at all) to embrace the universal truth that God (called by many different names) is everywhere—eager to listen, ready to answer, and accessible to us all. This truth runs deep in Patrice’s heart, and her warm, conversational style will appeal to those searching for answers beyond traditional religious dogma. With a beautiful full-color design and new introduction and author’s note, this book is ideal for gift-giving or personal reflection—a small but mighty celebration of the Divine that readers can turn to again and again to remind themselves they are not (and never have been!) alone.

Patrice Karst is the author of the bestselling, contemporary classic The Invisible String, which has sold over 2 million copies and been translated into 21 languages. Patrice has also written The Invisible Leash, The Invisible Web, You Are Never Alone, The Invisible String Workbook, The Invisible String Backpack, The Invisible String Family Celebration, How Jackson Found His Joy Again, The Smile That Went Around the World and Ruby and Lonely. Patrice has been on a lifelong mission to spread the message that love transcends time and space and is the most powerful force in the universe. She lives in Santa Barbara where she is working on her memoir. Learn more at www.patricekarst.com.

“But as for me, I am like a flourishing olive tree in the house of God; I trust in the faithfulness of God forever and ever.” Psalm 52:8

Nashville, TN, February 10, 2026 – In a world grappling with relentless headlines and widespread turmoil, bestselling author and renowned Bible teacher Christine Caine releases her timely, transformative new book this week, The Faith to Flourish: God’s Design for a Rooted, Resilient, and Fruitful Life (Nelson Books/Thomas Nelson). As more people turn to faith for stability and hope, Caine draws on her global ministry experience and steadfast belief to offer readers a roadmap for spiritual flourishing amid life’s most daunting challenges. Packed with practical insights and biblical wisdom, this powerful guide equips readers not only to weather life’s storms but also to grow stronger, more resilient, and deeply rooted in their faith.

Inspired by the biblical symbolism of the olive tree, The Faith to Flourish shows how to build a faith that can endure life’s storms, like the olive tree, known for its extraordinary resilience, thrives and produces fruit despite scorching heat, rocky soil, and long droughts. With roots extending deep into the ground to absorb nourishment even in the toughest seasons, the olive tree remains a powerful symbol of faith that endures and prospers through every challenge.

Caine provides practical guidance on recognizing spiritual stagnation, understanding God’s process of pruning for restoration, and cultivating inner peace and joy through deliberate shifts in perspective. It serves as a transformational guide for anyone aiming to move from a season of languishing to one of vibrant growth and fruitfulness.

“I wrote this book because I know what it feels like to be overwhelmed by life and to question if it’s possible to keep going, let alone flourish,” says Caine. “It’s so important to me because I’ve seen firsthand how God’s love and truth can transform our hardest seasons into unexpected growth and fruitfulness. My hope is that every reader will discover that they truly can thrive, no matter what they face.”

About the Author
Christine Caine is a speaker, activist, and bestselling author who inspires people worldwide to discover their God-given purpose and live transformed lives for Jesus. Christine and her husband, Nick, have two daughters, Catherine and Sophia. Together, they founded A21, a global anti-human trafficking organization that works to prevent exploitation, recover victims, and empower survivors to rebuild their lives. She also started Propel Women, an initiative that encourages women to follow Jesus wholeheartedly and live confidently in their God-given purpose. You can listen to Christine’s Equip & Empower podcast for practical insights and encouragement, drawing hope from Jesus wherever you are. To learn more about Christine and her resources, visit www.christinecaine.com.

About Nelson Books
Nelson Books, an imprint of Thomas Nelson, is an industry leader in Christian nonfiction publishing. Nelson Books publishes a diverse array of leaders, experts, and creatives, crafting biblically informed and spiritually fresh books from a Christian perspective that enliven, educate, and encourage readers. The Nelson Books roster of bestselling authors includes Max Lucado, Lysa TerKeurst, Tim Tebow, John Mark Comer, John & Stasi Eldredge, Jennie Allen, Jefferson Bethke, Bob Goff, Ruth Chou Simons, Tyler Staton, Jason Wilson, Christine Caine, Zach Windahl, and Carlos Whittaker.

For more information, contact:  lisa.beech@harpercollins.com

On Sale February 10, 2026
Nelson Books/Thomas Nelson / ISBN: 9781400255252

February 2026 | LISLE, IL—On Tuesday, February 17, InterVarsity Press (IVP) will kick off the first of seven Just Show Up Book Clubs (JSU), where you simply show up to read, listen, and discuss books with others. No homework, no pressure—just meaningful conversations and shared learning. This season will feature books that fall into one of two themed tracks: justice and spiritual formation.

The IVP JSU Book Club is made possible through a grant from the Grace and Mercy Foundation, an organization that partners with nonprofit organizations to promote lifelong learning through JSU Book Clubs and the Public Reading of Scripture (PRS).

“The mission of Grace and Mercy and the Just Show Up Book Club is also the mission of IVP,” said Terumi Echols, president and publisher at IVP. “We both strive to get life-changing books into the hands of readers so they can read, discuss, and grow in their understanding of faith and the world around them. We are so grateful for their support in offering a format like the IVP Just Show Up Book Club that will bring people together to read and discuss transformative resources.”

The following schedule lays out the titles in each upcoming book club track. Attendees can join all seven book clubs or select just one. Visit ivpress.com to learn more and to sign up for the IVP JSU Book Club.

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JUSTICE TRACK

Tuesdays at 12 p.m. Central, starting February 17 (11 weeks)

Roadmap to Reconciliation 2.0: Moving Communities into Unity, Wholeness and Justice by Brenda Salter McNeil

We can see the injustice and inequality in our lives and in the world. We are ready to rise up. But how, exactly, do we do this? How does one reconcile? What we need is a clear sense of direction.

Based on her extensive consulting experience with churches, colleges, and organizations, Rev. Dr. Brenda Salter McNeil has created a roadmap to show us the way. She guides us through the common topics of discussion and past the bumpy social terrain and political boundaries that will arise. If you are ready to take the next step into unity, wholeness, and justice, then this is the book for you.

Tuesdays at 12 p.m. Central, starting May 5 (17 weeks)

Welcoming the Stranger: Justice, Compassion & Truth in the Immigration Debate by Matthew Soerens, Jenny Yang, and Leith Anderson

Immigration is one of the most complicated issues of our time. Voices on all sides argue strongly for action and change. Christians find themselves torn between the desire to uphold laws and the call to minister to the vulnerable.

In this book, World Relief immigration experts Matthew Soerens and Jenny Yang move beyond the rhetoric to offer a Christian response to immigration. They put a human face on the issue and tell stories of immigrants’ experiences in and out of the system. With careful historical understanding and thoughtful policy analysis, they debunk myths and misconceptions about immigration and show the limitations of the current immigration system. Ultimately, they point toward immigration reform that is compassionate, sensible, and just as they offer concrete ways for you and your church to welcome and minister to your immigrant neighbors.

Tuesdays at 12 p.m. Central, starting September 1 (11 weeks)

Compassion (&) Conviction: The AND Campaign’s Guide to Faithful Civic Engagement by Justin Giboney, Michael Wear, and Chris Butler

Have you ever felt too progressive for conservatives, but too conservative for progressives?

The authors of this book represent the AND Campaign, which exists to educate and organize Christians for faithful civic and cultural engagement. They insist that not only are we called to love our neighbors through the political process but also that doing so requires us to transcend the binary way the debates are usually framed. In simple, understandable language, they lay out the biblical case for political engagement and help Christians navigate the complex world of politics with integrity, from political messaging and the politics of race to protests, advocacy, and more.

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SPIRITUAL FORMATION TRACK

Tuesdays at 12 p.m. Central, starting February 19 (10 weeks)

The Good and Beautiful God: Falling in Love with the God Jesus Knows by James Bryan Smith

We all have ideas that we tell ourselves about God and how he works in our lives. Some are true—but many are false. James Bryan Smith believes those thoughts determine not only who we are, but how we live. In fact, Smith declares, the most important thing about a person is what they think about God. The path to spiritual transformation begins here.

Turning to the Gospels, Smith invites you to put your ideas to the test to see if they match up with what Jesus himself reveals about God. Once you’ve discovered the truth in Scripture, Smith leads you through a process of spiritual formation that includes specific activities aimed at making these new narratives real in your body and soul as well as your mind.

Tuesdays at 12 p.m. Central, starting April 30 (11 weeks)

Liturgy of the Ordinary: Sacred Practices in Everyday Life by Tish Harrison Warren

Framed around one typical day, this book explores life through the lens of liturgy—small practices and habits that form us. In each chapter, Warren considers a common daily experience, like making the bed, brushing her teeth, and losing her keys. Drawing from the diversity of her life as a campus minister, Anglican priest, friend, wife, and mother, Warren opens up a practical theology of the everyday.

Tuesdays at 12 p.m. Central, starting July 16 (6 weeks)

The Gift of Being Yourself: The Sacred Call to Self-Discovery by David G. Benner

In this exploration of Christian identity, psychologist and spiritual director David G. Benner illuminates the spirituality of self-discovery. He exposes the false selves that you may hide behind and calls you to discover the true self that emerges from your uniqueness in Christ. Freeing you from illusions about yourself, Benner shows that self-understanding leads to the fulfillment of your God-given destiny and vocation.

Tuesdays at 12 p.m. Central, starting August 27 (13 weeks)

A Long Obedience in the Same Direction: Discipleship in an Instant Society by Eugene H. Peterson

Since Eugene Peterson first wrote this spiritual formation classic more than forty years ago, hundreds of thousands of Christians have been inspired by its call to deeper discipleship.

As a society, we are still obsessed with the immediate, but Peterson’s time-tested prescription for discipleship remains the same—a long obedience in the same direction.

Long obedience requires a deepening life of prayer. Peterson finds encouragement for today’s pilgrims in the Songs of Ascents (Psalms 120–134), sung by travelers on their way to worship in Jerusalem. With prophetic and pastoral wisdom, Peterson shows how the psalms teach us to grow in worship, service, joy, work, happiness, humility, community, blessing, and more.

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Contact:  Krista Clayton, kclayton@ivpress.com