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Author Kaltenbach, Caleb, author.

Title Messy truth : how to foster community without sacrificing conviction / Caleb Kaltenbach, author of Messy grace.

Publication Info. [Colorado Springs] : WaterBrook, [2021]

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Location Call No. Status
 Newington, Lucy Robbins Welles Library - Adult Department  259.0866 KALTENBACH    Check Shelf
Edition First edition.
Description xiv, 235 pages ; 21 cm
Summary "From the author of Messy Grace, a former pastor raised by gay parents, comes a compassionate playbook to help Christians, church staff, and ministry leaders create a culture of belonging without sacrificing theological convictions"-- Provided by publisher.
Bibliography Includes bibliographical references (pages 219-235).
Contents How far are you willing to go? -- What is messy truth? -- What's the value of anyone? -- Will you trust what Jesus says even when you disagree with Him? -- When does belonging happen? -- Acknowledging other people's experience -- Distinguishing people from ideas -- Helping others to think empathetically -- Do you have the credibility to walk with others? -- Prioritizing and preparing for dialogue -- Difficult conversations that don't destroy -- Are you a guide or a gatekeeper?
Subject Church work with sexual minorities.
Truth -- Religious aspects -- Christianity.
ISBN 9780525654278 (trade paperback)
0525654275 (trade paperback)
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