52 Churches: A Yearlong Journey Encountering God, His Church, and Our Common Faith (Visiting Churches Series)

They say there's no such thing as a perfect church. Well, one author decided to test that theory out for himself.\nPeter DeHaan spent an entire year roaming from one church to another, visiting 52 different Christian congregations. In the process he learned what makes these places of worship unique, what makes newcomers feel like they belong, and what cringe-worthy shenanigans are guaranteed to keep visitors from ever coming back.\nIn his travels, Peter learned about different denominations and worship styles as well as what happens when imperfect humans gather together in the name of a perfect God. What he discovered was occasionally funny, always interesting, and at times absurd.\nSo absurd that he wrote a book about his experiences.\n52 CHURCHES is part religious exposé, part travel memoir, and 100% authentic. Peter refuses to hold back his punches. You'll cringe when this Christian author is singled out by a fire-and-brimstone preacher, unnecessarily determined to save his soul out of hell. You'll find yourself thankful that you weren't in Peter's shoes when the pastor told his congregation to greet one another with a holy kiss.\nYou'll read about Christian practices that are far different from your own, and in the process gain a deeper understanding of believers from all walks of life and denominational backgrounds: Protestant mainline, evangelical, and charismatic, Roman Catholic, and more.\nIf you're a pastor trying to engage newcomers, a seasoned church member looking for some chuckles, or a spiritual lurker curious about what goes on beneath the steeples of America's churches today, this book was written for you.\nRead 52 CHURCHES now for an insightful, unforgettable read about the strange and mysterious believers who meet together behind closed doors each and every Sunday.

Religion & Spirituality

DeHaan, Peter

Christian Books & Bibles

Peter DeHaan Publishing Inc

More Than 52 Churches: The Journey Continues (Visiting Churches Series)

Wasn't visiting 52 churches in a year enough?No way. Not even close.Let the journey of discovery continue in this poignant sequel to 52 Churches. This time we take a wider swath as we visit more of Jesus's churches. In More Than 52 Churches you'll get:- More variations in Jesus's church.- More cringe-worthy moments.- More ways to worship God and celebrate Jesus.- More spiritual diversity to explore.- More of God at work.You'll get all this and much more in More Than 52 Churches.More education, more entertainment, and more insight.Only you won't have to endure the gut-churning apprehension of walking into a different church each Sunday. Instead experience the journey vicariously week by week, church by church.Join Peter and his wife as they bravely-some might say naïvely-seek what God teaches as they engage with more local branches of Jesus's church.More Than 52 Churches is an insightful journey for church members, an essential guide for church leaders, and a hopeful encouragement for church visitors.If 52 Churches left you wanting more, then More Than 52 Churches is sure to deliver.

The 52 Churches Workbook: Becoming a Spiritual Community that Matters (Visiting Churches Series)

What would you learn if you visited 52 churches? How might that experience change the way you treated visitors at your church? But you don't need to go to a boatload of churches to find out. Church-reform advocate Peter DeHaan, PhD already has. The 52 Churches Workbook is the perfect tool to gain valuable insights without the pain and hassle of going to a different church every Sunday for an entire year. Merely thinking about making your church better isn't enough. It's time to act. With over 200 thought-provoking questions to propel you and your church forward, you'll discover:?	How to greet visitors well.?	The importance of making a good first impression and a parting memory.?	The way one person can make the difference between success and failure.?	Best practices from churches that treat visitors well, along with what to avoid.?	Why a website is critical and shouldn't resemble a dating profile. The 52 Churches Workbook is the perfect companion for 52 Churches, but it also works great as a standalone book for those who haven't yet read 52 Churches. Don't go another Sunday without this essential resource. Perfect for leaders and members. Get The 52 Churches Workbook and take the first step to becoming a church that matters.

The More Than 52 Churches Workbook: Pursue Christian Community and Grow in Our Faith (Visiting Churches Series)

What does your church do well? What could it do better? Are you sure? It's time to put thoughts into action. This workbook will guide you-if you dare let it. Join church advocate Peter DeHaan, PhD, in a journey of self-discovery to pursue a meaningful spiritual community and help move faith from theory into conduct. Consider 175 thought-provoking questions in The More Than 52 Churches Workbook to propel your practices forward. Discover how to reform your church community and inform your spiritual journey: ?	Explore the diversity of Jesus's church and your essential role in it.?	Expand your perspectives of worshiping God and serving Jesus.?	Extend your faith practices to embrace a more holistic perspective of what it means to truly follow Jesus.?	Move from spiritually passive to practical.?	Transform from self-satisfied to self-sacrificing. Casual Christians need not apply. More Than 52 Churches gave us more faith communities to consider and more faith practices to ponder. The More Than 52 Churches Workbook builds on that foundation to deliver gentle, but challenging, questions to turn stimulating ideas into life-altering change. The More Than 52 Churches Workbook is the perfect companion for More Than 52 Churches, but it also works great as a standalone book for those who haven't yet read More Than 52 Churches. If you feel it's time to move from the sidelines and get into the game, The More Than 52 Churches Workbook presents the game plan to get you there. Buy The More Than 52 Churches Workbook to guide you and your church into becoming a spiritual community that makes a difference.

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52 Churches: A Yearlong Journey Encountering God, His Church, and Our Common Faith (Visiting Churches Series)

More Than 52 Churches: The Journey Continues (Visiting Churches Series)

The 52 Churches Workbook: Becoming a Spiritual Community that Matters (Visiting Churches Series)

The More Than 52 Churches Workbook: Pursue Christian Community and Grow in Our Faith (Visiting Churches Series)