Rest in the Storm: Self-Care Strategies for Clergy and Other Caregivers
"Rest in the Storm moves concretely to think about self-care that is not maudlin but informed by the gospel itself."
Walter Brueggemann, Author of The Prophetic Imagination
"Dr. Jones has given us a remarkable resource for managing the chronic role confusions and burnout that afflict nearly every pastor sometimes in their ministry."
G. Lloyd Rediger, Author of Clergy Killers
Addicted to Hurry: Spiritual Strategies for Slowing Down
"If ever it was a travesty to read a book quickly for review purposes, this is the book. Jones' very language cries out to be savored."
The Clergy Journal, March 2004
"This book hits the mark with practices that can be done to savor life's precious present moments."
Spirituality & Health Journal
SpiritualityHealth.Com, August, 2003
The Jazz of Preaching: How to Preach With Great Freedom and Joy
"The Jazz of Preaching is about reaching for "beyond-ness" that can persuade
people to embrace God."
Sharon Thornton, Author of Broken Yet Beloved
"An awesome work ... this work will free preachers of the gospel up."
Jeremiah A. Wright, Jr., Senior Pastor,
Trinity United Church of Christ, Chicago, Illinois
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“Your words and spirit were a real inspiration.”
“God has blessed you with gifts in proclaiming a powerful message through particular experiences in life, your perspectives on the Gospel, and insights for equipping colleagues in ministry.”
“Thank you for your wonderful visit here at Dillard University. You were informative, warm, and a bright light.”
“The gifts you graced us with at the Rural Pastor’s Institute are immeasurable.”
“This week you were our gift.”
“Wow! This workshop was outstanding and exactly what I needed.”