Wednesday's Obama Discussion, Stewardship Resources, Free Book Offer, and More

October 2012

NEWS & NOTES

for African American Christians and the Black Church

Judson Press Enters the Blogosphere

Have you visited our new blog, JudsOnline? Daily features include:

Staff Picks
The Publisher's Point
Meet the Author
From the Book
Midweek Meditations
Topical Reflections

This week we're addressing domestic violence. See "A Plea to Pastors."

Exciting Pre-Election Event this Wednesday!

In 2009, Judson Press published T he Audacity of Faith: Christian Leaders Reflect on the Election of Barack Obama. On Wednesday, Oct. 10 from noon-1:30 p.m. ET, eleven of the book's contributors---including Rev. Otis Moss III, pastor of Trinity United Church of Christ, the President's Chicago church---will participate in a virtual roundtable to reflect on the President's first term in office.

To learn more and to register for this free special event, visit: https://www1.gotomeeting.com/register/179838488.

November 18 is Stewardship Sunday

Many of you received our new Stewardship Resources brochure. If you didn't find one in your mail box, you can download and print a copy here. Among the featured titles:

The Star Book for Stewardship by Clifford Jones - NEW!
Preaching in Plenty and in Want by Matthew Tennat
Money on Purpose: Finding a Faith-Filled Balance by Shayna Lear
Exploring Prosperity Preaching: Biblical Health, Wealth, and Wisdom by Debra Mumford

A Word for All Seasons

Delayed by a reprint, Henry Mitchell's A Word for All Seasons is now available and ready for your order!

"These sermons will accomplish what every preacher should attempt to do over the course of every year: kindle the mind, energize the will, disturb the conscience, and stir the heart."--Marvin A. McMickle, PhD, President and Professor of Church Leadership, Colgate Rochester Crozer Divinity School

See the free book offer below!