Transforming Disciples: The Episcopal Church of the 21st Century

by Linda L. Grenz

At once “travel guide” and vision for the future, the Transformation series is good news for the Episcopal Church at a time of fast and furious demographic and social change. Series contributors - recognized experts in their fields - analyze our present plight, point to the seeds of change already at work transforming the church, and outline a positive new way forward. What kinds of churches are most ready for transformation? What are the essential tools? What will give us strength, direction, and purpose to the journey? Each volume of the series Making disciples through Christian formation too often looks like a limited number of educational programs offered to child, teen, and adult “consumers” who move on if they don’t find what they want. How can we make the transition from consumer religion to participatory faith by building congregational relationships that nourish people spiritually and empower them to risk living, worshipping, learning, and serving God and each other in new and enlivening ways?

192 pages, Paperback

First published September 1, 2008

Reviews

[A.L. Stumo]

On first reading, I really liked her vision of what she wants for the Episcopal church. However, on re-reading I noticed how poorly her argument is put together and how her ideas jump around without any development. Then I read some of her sources and realized the vision in her book is actually from a group called Associated Parishes Liturgy and Mission. So I can't really advise anyone to read this as it isn't original or well-argued.