The titles in this proposed open-ended series are envisioned to be short monographs or edited collections that offer fresh and bold perspectives on theology, practical theology, church practice, and religious issues beyond organized religion, by individuals with clear commitments to and entrenchments in the academy and religious assemblyThe titles in this proposed Intersections series are envisioned to be short monographs or edited collections that offer fresh and bold perspectives on theology, practical theology, church practice, and religious issues beyond organized religion, by individuals with clear commitments to and entrenchments in the academy and religious assembly Advisory Board: Dr. Daniel Boscaljon  (The University of Iowa) Rev. James Ellis, III (S.T.M., Pittsburgh Theological Seminary) Rev. Dr. Kristina Lizardy-Hajbi  (Director, Center for Research, Analytics, and Data, United Church of Christ, Aurora, CO) Rev. Bromleigh McCleneghan (Pastoral Associate for Congregational Life, Rockefeller Chapel of the University of Chicago ) Rev. Joshua Patty  (Pastor, Eastgate Christian Church, Independence, Missouri) Rev. Dr. Robert Saler  (Director of Lilly Endowment Clergy Renewal, Christian Theological Seminary, Indianapolis, IN) Rev. Dr. Phil Snider (Sr. Pastor, Brentwood Christian Church, Springfield, MO Rev. Dr. John Vest (Associate Pastor for Youth Ministry, Fourth Presbyterian Church, Chicago, IL) Books in this series include  Christopher D. Rodkey,  The World is Crucifixion: Radical Christian Preaching, Year C Jeffrey A. Nelson, Coffeehouse Contemplative: Spiritual Direction for the Everyday Chad R. Abbott, Sacred Habits: The Rise of the Creative Clergy Bruce G. Epperly, The Gospel According to Winnie the Pooh

Intersections: Theology and the Church in a World Come of Age (a Noesis Press series) Series Editor, Christopher Rodkey