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Have you ever felt in over your head? When Eric Peterson became the pastor of a brand-new church, he quickly and wisely turned to his dad for guidance. Eugene Peterson, author of more than thirty books including his bestselling memoir The Pastor and his groundbreaking Bible The Message, here reflects on pastoral ministry in all its complexity-from relationships to administration to the sheer audacity of leading God's people in a particular place. This is Eugene Peterson at his best-lifelong wisdom written with deep love.
As the reader, you will glimpse into the tender, witty, personal side of Eugene mentoring his own son. These intimate letters will be treasured by all who read, and applicable to church leaders around the globe.
Purchase individually or together with Letters to a Young Congregation as a memorable gift for a church leader or seminary graduate.
As the reader, you will glimpse into the tender, witty, personal side of Eugene mentoring his own son. These intimate letters will be treasured by all who read, and applicable to church leaders around the globe.
Purchase individually or together with Letters to a Young Congregation as a memorable gift for a church leader or seminary graduate.
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"Eric Peterson's Letters to a Young Pastor is a must-read for every person in ministry . . . really, every Christ follower. In this collection of heartfelt letters from Eugene Peterson to his son, we get a look behind the curtain, a glimpse at the heart of one of our generation's most esteemed pastors. The letters reveal Eugene Peterson's passion for ministry, contemplative nature, and longing for authentic worship. He eloquently addresses the balance required of young pastors trying to maintain a strong family and marriage while dealing with the never-ending demands of clergy. Each turn of the page is filled with fresh insight and candid advice for the challenges every pastor faces-from the changes in society and technology to dealing with difficult people. Peterson has left behind a treasure chest of wisdom-don't miss out!"
Palmer Chinchen, PhD, speaker; author of Justice Calling, True Religion, and more
"Letters to a Young Pastor is an amazing opportunity for you to be personally mentored by Eugene Peterson, one of the most significant spiritual leaders of our time. In this must-read book, Eric Peterson gives us a peek into the very special relationship he had with his father, Eugene, and in the process allows us to access to the wisdom that was passed down from one generation to the next. Every pastor and church leader, young and old, needs to read this book!"
Dave Ferguson, lead pastor at Community Christian Church; author of Hero Maker