Kevin Hargaden

Reforming a Theology of Gender

Theology

“Patterson’s meticulous book demonstrates a core Christian virtue in action—how creative listening can be. Having heard Judith Butler with charity, he returns to Christians and poses critical questions that will press our contribution on this contentious cultural issue into useful new spaces. This is the best theological account of these issues I have yet encountered.”

Resurrecting Worship

Church Leadership & Ministry

“Resurrecting Worship tells a story we need to hear—how congregations are revitalized in today’s culture. My approach to leadership in my own local church has been indelibly impacted by Joseph Lear’s reflections. Grounded in the Pentecostal tradition but applicable across Christian denominations, this book offers more than a roadmap for numerical renewal; it invites Christians into a deeper, theologically rich practice of worship. By returning to the essentials of Trinitarian, Eucharistic, and Spirit-led liturgy, the author demonstrates how authentic worship not only sustains faith communities but breathes new life into the mission of the church. This is a profound testimony of how faithful, intentional worship can reawaken the church’s call to justice, compassion, and discipleship, while pointing the way toward a kingdom-oriented future. Church leaders seeking both spiritual depth and practical guidance will find in these pages hope for a slow burning, yet powerful revival.”

Whistling in the Dark

Theology

“Craig Keen has taught us that if theology is in any way a worthwhile endeavor, it cannot resist exploring what comes ‘after crucifixion.’ In these essays, we find a series of brilliant theological improvisations which range from reflections on the role of the corpus callosum to the loveliness of spiders to the resonances with postmodern philosophy, all in honor of Keen’s marvelous work. A feast of a book.”