Katherine A. Shaner

Holy Mischief

Women

“Holy Mischief tells truths both difficult and painful even as it celebrates the persistent strength of ministry and leadership of women as pastors. This book highlights the voices of ordained Lutheran women in the American south, whose ministry powerfully and poignantly grounds the daily work of the church, but whose ability to carry such power and poignancy is undermined and questioned at every turn—even by well-meaning allies. Yet Makant does not leave the reader to despair. Rather she shines a hope-filled light on the story—a light that she challenges the church to make more effulgent over the next fifty years.”

Slavery in Early Christianity

History & Biography

“There is no other way to say it: Slavery in Early Christianity is both paradigm shattering and the beginning of a new map for Christian scripture studies. Richly researched, devastatingly relevant, lucidly written, Glancy's work continues to challenge and inspire a new generation of creative scholarship and necessary activism. This expanded edition illuminates the wide-ranging influence of Glancy's clarion call to wrestle with slavery as a pervasive logic in New Testament texts and Christian histories.”

Touched

Counseling, Grief & Mental Health

“Shanell Smith's book is profound, significant, troubling, difficult, and deeply faithful. Smith writes with characteristic practical and profound passion. She tells a candid story about the church and sexual assault--a story filled with practical wisdom for both survivors and those who love them. Touched is powerful realness and practical wisdom for anyone touched by sexual assault.”