nuChristian: Finding Faith in a New Generation

It has been said that Christianity has an image problem among those who were born in the late twentieth century. Statistics expose the church today as hypocritical, judgmental, sheltered, and overly political, to name just a few of the negative perceptions. Tempted to write off such perceptions as the cynicism of secular youth? Young people inside the church feel the same way? How has the body of Christ on earth become so unChristian? Experienced young adult pastor Russell Rathbun responds to the question and the perceptions with a challenging invitation to be transformed from unChristian to nuChristian by taking seriously the critique of a new generation. Read more Continue reading Read less REVIEW
"Rathbun asks all the right questions and whether you agree or disagree with them, the issues dealt with are vital to the church's effectiveness and relevance in today's society. I highly recommend this book." --Steve Bedard, as reviewed on the blog, Cassiciacum.

"I have read many books on the subject, and Rathburn offers one of the most insightful and easy-to-understand introductions and explanation of postmodernism that I have read. I recommend Russell Rathbun's insightful and intriguing work, not only for clergy or academics, but for anyone worried about the future of the church, experiencing the changes in culture, and wondering what it might mean to live faithfully - and authentically - as a Christian in today's world." --Kristopher Norris, Congregational Formation, Cooperative Baptist Fellowship

"If you are a mature believer who likes to think and be challenged (both ways) then reading a book like this will be good for you. Some bits will encourage you and challenge you positively, others will make you think long and hard about your beliefs." --as reviewed on the blog, Feeding the Five Thousand. ABOUT THE AUTHOR
Russell E. D. Rathbun, MDiv, is cofounder and pastor of House of Mercy, an innovative faith community in St. Paul, Minnesota. He is author of the critically acclaimed Post-Rapture Radio: Lost Writings from the Failed Revolution at the End of the Last Century (Jossey-Bass) . Read more Continue reading Read less