Eldin Villafañe

Answer the Prayer of Jesus

Church Leadership & Ministry

“In a broken and shattered world there is no greater challenge to the Church than to respond in the affirmative to its Lord's call to biblical unity (John 17). The call of Pastor Lathrop for us to be part of the answer to Jesus' prayer request is one that is both relevant and biblically sound. Taken to heart, Pastor Lathrop's biblical exposition and practical teachings should contribute significantly to 'Answer the Prayer of Jesus.' This book is indeed a gift to the Church as it seeks to 'stand firm in the one Spirit' (Phil 1:27).”

Gender Roles and the People of God

Women

“machismo”—is an ongoing struggle in our churches, homes, and communities. Alice Mathews has gifted the church with a biblically sound, theologically sophisticated, historically relevant, and pastorally sensitive book. This is required reading for all who would advance the gospel of Jesus Christ and his reign.”

Rev.

Latina Evangélicas

Theology

“Latina Evangelicas is a powerful and provocative treatise by three Latina theologian-practitioners. Here we have rich and prophetic voices that go beyond Latina feminist, mujerista, or womanist works. The traditional theological themes addressed in this book may seem common to some, but watch out! In the hands of these Latina theologians, these themes--be they the Holy Spirit, salvation, the Trinity, or Scripture--are insightful, constructive, and explosive.”

Más Allá de la Maldición

Women

“"La obra, Mas alla de la maldicion, es verdaderamente un tesoro y don de Dios a la iglesia Latina. En vista del 'machismo' que se manifiesta en la sociedad, y lamentablemente hasta en la misma iglesia, esta obra sera una brisa fresca del Espiritu de Dios. Spencer provee una solida y fiel exegesis de la Palabra de Dios y una exposicion biblica y teologica que responde a las inquietudes en nuestras iglesias sobre el papel de la mujer en el ministerio. Este libro merece ser leido, meditado, y sobre todo, vivido!”

Reaching for the New Jerusalem

Theology

Foreword

“The many authors of this book offer a fresh paradigm for our mission and ministry in the city--'to rebuild our cities of Enoch on the blueprint plans of the New Jerusalem, the blueprints of Christ.'”

Resurrection City

Ethics, Culture & Social Issues

“This is an informative, provocative, and timely book — a gift to the church as it seeks the shalom of the city.”

The Cat and the Toaster

Church Leadership & Ministry

Foreword

(wrote the foreword)

The Mestizo/a Community of the Spirit

Theology

Foreword

“The most important theological questions at the turn of the twenty-first century are ecclesiological-what is it to 'be' and 'do' church? Oscar Garcia-Johnson's provocative and critical Laino/a postmodern ecclesiology of the Spirit is an important and needed contribution to contemporary theological dialogue. The Mestizo Community of the Spirit is a must read for those interested in 'listening' to the emerging and creative Latino/a 'voices.'”

To Live in Peace

Ethics, Culture & Social Issues

“A fascinating work! Gornik masterfully weaves together a beautiful and hopeful narrative of inner-city redemption by way of a socio-theological grammar of great sophistication. Focusing on the city, the gospel, and discipleship, he calls for (using the words of J?rgen Moltmann) the Spirit-led 'restoration of disrupted community and the communication of life.' This is an inspiring and informative text that challenges us all to indeed 'seek the peace of the city' (Jer. 29:7). It will be a required text in my courses on urban ministry.”

Under One Steeple

Church Leadership & Ministry

“The stories are so real, and the nuggets of wisdom here and there by the author are so down-to-earth--and, above all, biblical. In a time when the stranger needs to be welcome in our nation, this excellent and 'different' book challenges us all to radical hospitality. Its paradigm par excellence is the 'hospiradical incarnation of Jesus.' Read this book, ponder its teaching wisdom, and then open your church doors to be blessed.”