Erin Raffety

How Ableism Fuels Racism

Ethics, Culture & Social Issues

“Lamar Hardwick provides a sweeping review of the way historical and theological ableism upholds American Christian racism. Grounded in his own embodied experience and pastoral perspective, Hardwick has given us a book that is relatable, persuasive, and perhaps most important, constructive. He not only levels incisive critique but also shows how embracing disability theology helps confront the shameful underside of American Christianity, heralding a fuller vision of God and humanity.”

The Church in an Age of Secular Mysticisms

Christian Living

“Brilliant, genre-defying—part philosophical history, literary analysis, and a new postmodern apologetics—Root playfully illustrates how we have become trapped in the present by way of the past, and neither heroics nor introspection, nor ourselves, will save us. Instead, he posits an enticing, ancient transformation in confession and surrender to something beyond ourselves. A balm for those guilted by Instagram and self-help, Root’s book is both illuminating, intellectual history and an essential guide for spiritual leaders navigating secular mysticisms.”

Youth Beyond the Developmental Lens

Children & Youth

“Wes Ellis shakes up the youth ministry world of growth-oriented programs, innovative technologies, and even Christian formation with this dogged critique of how developmentalism, with its penchant for positivism, progress, and maturity, lurks even within good theology to dehumanize young people. What's great, though, is that this is a call forward, or even a call back, versus a calling out--a call back to God's action in ministry, our faithful participation in it, and a deep, reorienting reverence toward the youth we seek to serve. Ellis imagines a youth ministry for developmental refugees, lost sheep, and prodigals that offers gospel hope for the church today.”