William O. Avery

Stewardship & the Economy of God

Work, Money & Leadership

“This concise and readable volume makes a major contribution to our understanding of stewardship. Exhibiting careful and thorough research, John Reumann traces the broad history of the stewardship concept . . . to the present day. While Reumann demonstrates that the term has had many shades of meaning in its history, he also makes clear, helpful suggestions on the meaning of stewardship for today, especially by connecting stewardship with the economy of God . . . I commend this book to all pastors, seminarians, and laity willing to struggle with what stewardship means for our lives and our world as we approach the twenty-first century.”

The Haiku Bible

Arts & Literature

“In this striking, brief book, Suehr uses a highly structured Japanese poetic form to elicit creative reflections from the core of each biblical book. Because The Haiku Bible uses only seventeen syllables to describe each book, the resulting statements are evocative and imaginative rather than comprehensive. . . . This book will serve as an excellent source for meditation and prayer.”

The Stations of the Cross

Bible Studies & Devotionals

“"Paul Hoffman's inviting and heartfelt devotional is a compelling resource for Lent and Holy Week. In his simple, poignant meditations and prayers we find a master story teller and pray-er using vivid everyday images to guide us in experiencing what Christ has given us. The photographs and meditations are open-ended, allowing each reader to apply the lessons to her/his own circumstances. This book, using the ten stations, will open for many Protestants and Catholics the renewing experience of centering on Christ's sacrifice. This volume also shows that congregations may study and design their own stations of the cross in an intergenerational process that builds community and revitalizes churches.”