Talking about money in a personal way remains more of a taboo
than sex or politics. This seems odd within a Christian context,
since Jesus addressed topics of money, poverty, and wealth more
than any other concerns. For many, money becomes an idol; we see it
in our own culture as we pursue economic growth no matter the cost
to the overall well-being of God s creation. When that happens,
enough is always more than we have right now, and scarcity becomes
the lens through which we see the world.
On a personal level, this book opens up issues of scarcity and
abundance, idolatry and freedom; on a societal level, it invites
exploration of greater equity and sustainability. On both levels,
it empowers individuals and groups to apply their faith s values in
practical ways while taking pastoral and prophetic stances. The
author suggests we need to experience the nurturing companionship
of a wise, compassionate pastor or spiritual guide in our
relationship to money, while also needing to experience the power,
strength, anger, and call to repentance of an Old Testament
prophet.
People want to connect their values with everyday concerns,
while discovering ways to make a positive difference. This book
helps them do both.
Includes a comprehensive study guide within the book for groups
and individuals.
Contributors include: Henri Nouwen, Dave Barry, Walter
Brueggemann, David Boyle, Lynne Twist, Lewis Hyde, William
Stringfellow, John Haughey, Ched Myers, Bill McKibben, Sallie
McFague, William Greider, Leonardo Boff, Jean-Bertrand Aristide,
Victoria Tauli-Corpuz, Maria Harris, Rich Lang, Wayne Muller,
Sharon Parks, Rodney Clapp, Ted Nace, Lester Brown, Pete Barnes,
Andy Loving, Edgar Cahn, Sarah Tarver-Wahlquist, Susan Wilkes, Jim
Klobuchar"
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