Staying awake: The Gospel for Changemakers
Jesus asks us to stay awake, which begs the question - stay awake to what?
Staying Awake: The Gospel for Changemakers is a practical exploration of Christianity for people who want to show up for justice and stay in the movement. Discover nine practices of Christian community that will transform you to transform the world. Complete with stories, worksheets, poetry, illustrations, and a commitment to centering queer people of color, this book is here to support you in staying awake: to God, to the evils of oppression, and the world’s coming liberation.
Where We MEet: A Lenten Study of Systems, Stories, and Hope
Meet Jesus at the Intersection of Faith and Justice
Jesus devoted himself to uplifting the poor, reaching out to the marginalized, and fearlessly challenging systems of oppression. His message resounded with the promise of liberation, equality, and inclusion for all, and he implored his followers to pursue the same. However, the church has often struggled to reflect this good news in its own actions.
In Where We Meet, four members of the Intersect network invite you to immerse yourself in the stories of Jesus and the early church. Together, they also explore their own stories, examine past shortcomings of the church, address difficult questions, and envision a brighter future that better reflects the good news of Jesus.
Throughout the Lenten season, Rachel Gilmore, Tyler Sit, Matt Temple, and Candace Lewis guide you through a series of daily reflections, exploring a spectrum of critical themes—from diversity and equity to the challenges of the post-colonial church. They will also delve into the vital need for innovation and contextualization in doing the work Jesus had called us to do.
Prepare to tackle challenging questions and be emboldened to follow in Jesus' footsteps, pursuing justice and love for all.
A Preacher’s Guide to Topical Sermon Series (contributor)
Jump-start your preaching with these twenty-four fresh sermon series. Rooted in Scripture, each inspiring theme not only helps you prepare for Sunday but also includes tips and ideas for worship, study, and outreach.
Perfect for pastors and occasional preachers looking to bring fresh energy and meaningful depth to the pulpit, A Preacher’s Guide to Topical Sermon Series includes twenty-four creative, ready-to-use sermon series ideas from preachers across diverse traditions. With thoughtful attention paid to constructing each topical series, preachers will save much-needed time as they do their weekly work for sermon preparation. Each series includes focus Scriptures and themes for each week, sermon starters, and suggestions for extending the theme into worship, education, and outreach.
Covering a wide range of themes—technology, stewardship, justice, misconceptions of hell, and more—this resource equips pastors to preach with clarity and relevance all year long. In addition to engaging topics, readers will find powerful prompts and ideas for two distinct sermon series each for Advent and Lent, guiding them through these meaningful seasons of the church year. Whether you’re looking to revisit classic Gospel texts or explore the Bible’s shortest books, you’ll find thoughtful, flexible series to inspire your congregation and deepen their engagement with faith.
Contributors include Gail Song Bantum, Shawna Bowman, Jia Starr Brown, Carol Cavin-Dillon, Ben Cremer, Brandon Crowley, Amos Disasa, Jill Duffield, Roberto Che Espinoza, Mark Feldmeir, Brian Gerard, Napoleon J. Harris, Sam Lundquist, Colby Martin, Joy Martinez-Marshall, Matt Miofsky, Diane Moffett, Rodger Nishioka, Jonah Overton, Bethany Peerbolte, Josh Scott, Tyler Sit, Adrienne Thorne, and Joseph Yoo.
Anchored in the Current: Discovering Howard Thurman as Educator, Activist, Guide, and Prophet
By Gregory C. Ellison II, with contributions by Tyler Sit and others
Howard Thurman was famously known as one of the towering giants of American religion in the twentieth century. His writings have influenced some of the most important religious and political figures of the last century, from Martin Luther King to Barack Obama. Theologians such as James Cone and Cornel West regularly signal their indebtedness to him. He was a mystic, a preacher, an educator, a theologian, and much more. It is impossible to understand the African American church today without an appreciation for his contributions.
And yet, while Thurman's name is often recognized, his seminal ideas have not received the attention they deserve. In this volume, internationally known leaders like Marian Wright Edelman, Parker Palmer, and Barbara Brown Taylor invite the reader into creative engagement with Thurman's writings. Anchored in the Current illuminates how Thurman’s life and wisdom lead these influential names on the ancient quest to connect with the Ultimate, all while discovering the contemporary need to seek racial justice and sharpening the minds and faith of those who come after us. Readers will find important and enduring answers in the works of this indispensable prophet and teacher.
Contributors include: Barbara Brown Taylor, Patrick Clayborn, Elesa Commerse, Martin Doblmeier, Marian Wright Edelman, Gregory C. Ellison II, Mari Evans, Walter Earl Fluker, Stephen Lewis, Parker J. Palmer, Luke A. Powery, Liza J. Rankow, Tyler Sit, Luther E. Smith, Jr., Shively T. J. Smith, Matthew Wesley Williams, and Starsky Wilson.