Elizabeth Lewis Hall

Embodying Integration

Counseling, Grief & Mental Health

“Embodying Integration is a fresh take on the contested concept of integration. This father and daughter team invite us into their dialogue, discussing and modeling a conversational approach to bringing together psychology and Christianity. Rather than building models or systems, the authors propose integration as a verb, encompassing both a set of skills and, ultimately, a way of being. At the same time, the book is deeply theological, challenging readers to expand their horizons by interacting with the historic diversity of the Christian tradition. A crucial thread throughout is the encouragement to embrace uncertainty and tension, moving from a model of faith that is primarily about certainty to one based on trust in a God who is with us. Megan Anna and Mark invite us into the creativity of tension, doing their best to make it rich and life giving rather than threatening. This book fills a gap in the clinical integration literature, supplementing integrative works that are primarily content based and meeting therapists in the messiness of their work with patients. Whether or not you agree with every point in the book, engaging with their discussion will help you unclench your fists from the need for control and closure and move into a closer reliance on God's life-giving presence in ways that will benefit your clinical work and your life.”

Exploring Psychology and Christian Faith

Counseling, Grief & Mental Health

“Speaking as an undergraduate professor of twenty-five years, I can say that writing a book aimed at beginning college students is not for the fainthearted! It requires the ability to communicate complex concepts with clarity, and to do so in a way that engages students and, ideally, invites self-reflection. Moes and Tellinghuisen have checked all the boxes. My undergraduate students have been enthusiastic about the first edition, and the second edition shows promise of being even more inspiring.”

Playing by the Rules

Evangelism & Missions

“Sexist organizations are broken organizations, missing out on the leadership gifts of half of humanity. Dr. Dzubinski’s research reveals the often subtle ways in which women’s leadership is undermined in the unique world of mission organizations. Her work shows that ultimately, ‘playing by the rules’ means losing the game. For those willing to listen, this book will provide insights to equip the church to more effectively fulfill its mission in an increasingly diverse world.”