The reading that I am selecting for this 2007-2008 sabbatical will reflect the learning projects in which I have become involved. My goal is to deepen my understanding through the thoughts of others so that I might reflect and develop some of my own thoughts.  I have categorized my reading in five areas:  spiritual formation and direction, men’s issues, care ministry, parish leadership and development, and, interesting stuff (which is where I put all of the fun books that didn’t fit any other category).

Spiritual Formation and Direction

Claiborne, S. (2006).  The irresistible revolution: living as an ordinary radical.  Grand Rapids:  Zondervan.

Claiborne, S. & Haw, C (2008).  Jesus for President.  Grand Rapids: Zondervan.

Foster, R.  (1981).  Freedom of Simplicity.  San Francisco:  Harper.

Kolodiejchuk, M.C. (2007).  Mother Teresa: Come be my light, The private writings of the “Saint of Calcutta.”  New York: Doubleday.

Men’s Issues
Care Ministry
Parish Leadership and Development

Fox, J. (2000). How to become a rainmaker: The rules for getting and keeping customers and clients. New York: Hyperion.

Interesting Stuff

Clinton, Bill (2004).  My Life. New York:  Alfred A. Knopf.