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Books for Pastors: Spirituality

Posted on March 11, 2024November 6, 2023 by ptsblog
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“What are some books that every pastor should read?” PTS faculty were asked this question in spring 2023. Consider these 15 recommendations for spirituality: James A. Smith, On The Road with Saint Augustine: A Real- World Spirituality for Restless Hearts Henri Nouwen, Spiritual Formation: Following the Movements of the Spirit Roger Owens, Everyday Contemplative Barbara…

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Books for Pastors: Church and Race

Posted on February 5, 2024November 30, 2023 by ptsblog
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“What are some books that every pastor should read?” PTS faculty were asked this question in spring 2023. Consider these 15 recommendations for studying the intersection of church and race: James Cone, The Cross and the Lynching Tree Howard Thurman, Jesus and the Disinherited Martin Luther King , Strength to Love Willie James Jennings, The…

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Books for Pastors: Pastoral Care

Posted on January 1, 2024November 6, 2023 by ptsblog
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“What are some books that every pastor should read?” PTS faculty were asked this question in spring 2023. Consider these 10 recommendations for pastoral care:  Herbert Anderson and Edward Foley, Mighty Stories, Dangerous Rituals: Weaving Together the Human and the Divine Lynne Baab, The Power of Listening: Building Skills for Mission and Ministry Jean Stairs,…

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