VALLEY FORGE, PA (ABNS 3/25/10)—Judson Press, a publishing ministry of National Ministries, American Baptist Churches USA, has selected nuChristian: Finding Faith in a New Generation by Russell Rathbun as the “ABC Reads” title for 2010–2011.
ABC Reads is a denomination-wide emphasis designed to bring together American Baptists—literally and figuratively—through the power of a book. In nuChristian, Rathbun encourages us to move beyond statistics and defensiveness to hear a new generation’s critique and to be authentic about who we are as flawed human beings saved by a gracious God.
Shane Claiborne, author, activist, and self-proclaimed recovering sinner, wrote in the foreword to the book, “I am convinced that if we lose a generation in the church, that loss won't be because we failed to entertain them, but because we failed to dare them—to take the words of Jesus seriously and to do something about the things that are wrong in the world. Russell Rathbun offers us that dare—to renew a Christianity that reminds the world of Jesus again.”
Recognized as an Outreach magazine Resource of the Year, nuChristian offers practical ideas for church leaders who seek to reach today’s young adults with a Christlike community that is:
transparent
holistic
loving
engaged
just
humble
Sponsored by Judson Press, ABC Reads highlights a book annually that's appropriate for reading and discussion in small group settings, as well as individually. The book provides an opportunity for learning, sharing and growing in knowledge and faith in Sunday school classes and Bible studies, as well as men's, women's and youth groups.
Judson Press is offering a 15% discount on orders of ten or more copies of nuChristian. When ordering online at www.judsonpress.com, that discount is in addition to the standard 20% off. Customers should enter code ABCREADS in the discount box at checkout, or refer to this code when calling 800-458-3766 to order.
Founded in 1824, Judson Press publishes Christ-centered leadership resources for the transformation of persons, congregations, communities and cultures.
American Baptist Churches is one of the most diverse Christian denominations today, with 5,500 local congregations comprised of 1.3 million members, across the United States and Puerto Rico, all engaged in God’s mission around the world.