Here are a few comments I’ve seen from readers about my new book From Pandemic to Renewal: Practices for a World Shaken by Crisis. If you haven’t gotten your copy yet, I hope these comments get you online to make your order and start reading!

From an author of books on spirituality: “What makes this book a rare find is the author’s ability to step outside an American take on culture and change. Reading it is like boarding a helicopter with a personal guide to all the possibilities the pandemic has ironically produced. This is a golden moment for the church and Rice tells us how to make the most of this time.”

From an organizational leader: “Chris Rice has given individuals and especially leaders of organizations a timely and timeless resource. I have already applied its eight chapters to my leadership in the field I work in. You will find his book to be a practical resource for years to come. Highly recommended.”

From an Asian American leader: “Don’t be misled, this book doesn’t just relate to the pandemic, but offers timeless, Kairos principles that the Holy Spirit has always employed. I especially appreciate Rice’s integration of personal practices with civic ones. Not only are we to receive God’s belovedness and to act with integrity, but we are also challenged to be prophetic and political disciples in the world. Excellent read for one’s individual discipleship and for group formation!”

From a professor at a Christian university: “I am so very grateful for this timely book. Our book group has found it helpful in so many ways, and I would recommend it as an outstanding book for church groups to study together as well.”

From a book review: “I teared up as I read chapter six, feeling like God was speaking directly to me and affirming the things on my mind that I’ve been shy to approach Him about in conversation, but because of this book, am now moved to explore with Him vulnerably and openly. I am so thankful for this book and highly recommend it to anyone who finds themselves in a similar wilderness and wanting to know how to create a space for God to speak into it.”

From a magazine editor: Chris Rice is, at heart, what religion is about. Religion binds up what has become divided for the healing of the whole body. Rice, drawing on his transnational work as a Christian peacemaker, missioner, and reconciler brings the best of the faith to our contemporary challenges. “From Pandemic to Renewal” is a love letter to young Christians: Don’t let others steal Jesus from you. There is a power in scripture and Christian tradition that can meet the needs you face today in a post-pandemic, climate-confused, politically divided culture. Claim it. This easy-to-read, engaging, and hopeful book comes with discussion questions for each chapter.

Intrigued? Order your book in paperback from InterVarsity Press or Amazon . . . listen to the audiobook . . . read the e-book . . . or order from your favorite local bookstore!