Tim Shapiro

Between the Listening and the Telling

Arts & Literature

“Between the Listening and the Telling does more than tell about the goodness of stories; it shows us how our stories can make sense of difficult and joyous experiences, how stories can remove the separations between 'us' and 'them.'”

Come Again to the Circle

Church Leadership & Ministry

“Come Again to the Circle is a beautifully written and much-needed exploration regarding congregational life post-COVID. Read, and you will become a conversation partner with those who, like you, are committed to congregations. William Kincaid is a trusted companion, a devoted colleague who imagines a circle of hope unveiling God’s calling for these times.”

Sustaining While Disrupting

Church Leadership & Ministry

“Sustaining While Disrupting is precisely the correct title for this outstanding book. Church leaders know we live in an era of convergence and divergence. This moment is not new for the church. But many books about congregations lean on demographics or business models. Maintaining while innovating is soul work in all realms of life, however, including congregational life. Refreshingly, Powe and Weems use theological reflection as the foundation for a transformative design, shaping their propositions based on the struggles of the council in Jerusalem as represented in Acts. They also offer tools and skills as gifts for the long haul, not a quick fix. Read, discern, act, and celebrate the wide-open future of the church.”