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Author: KIRK JONES

Dr. Kirk Byron Jones, PhD, DMin, MPhil, MDiv, is a graduate of Loyola University, Andover Newton Theological School, and holds a Doctor of Ministry degree from Emory University and a Doctor of Philosophy degree from Drew University.

A pastor for twenty years, Rev. Jones was the founding minister of Beacon Light Baptist Church in New Orleans, and Senior Minister at Calvary Baptist Church, Chester, PA; Ebenezer Baptist Church, Boston, MA; and First Baptist Church, Randolph, MA.

Currently a professor of ethics and preaching at Andover Newton Theological School, Dr. Jones serves as guest preacher and teacher at churches, schools and conferences throughout the United States. His writings have been published in various journals, including The Christian Century, Leadership, Gospel Today, Pulpit Digest, and The African American Pulpit, a quarterly preaching journal he co-founded in 1997.

Dr. Jones is the author of several best-selling books including Rest in the Storm: Self-Care Strategies for Clergy and Other Caregivers which was recognized in 2009 as one of only 40 books and films selected by Sojourners magazine as the "Best Resources for Social Change." The Sojourners list included the works of historic and contemporary luminaries, including Sojourner Truth, Henri Nouwen, Steven Spielberg, and Martin Luther King Jr.

Dr. Jones's other popular titles include:
Addicted to Hurry: Spiritual Strategies for Slowing Down
The Jazz of Preaching: How to Preach With Great Freedom and Joy (Abingdon Press)
Morning B.R.E.W.: A Divine Power Drink For Your Soul and The Morning B.R.E.W. Journal (Augsburg Books)
Holy Play: The Joyful Adventure of Unleashing Your Divine Purpose (Jossey-Bass).

Dr. Jones enjoys a leisure life of family play, reading, listening to music (especially jazz), and having new learning adventures every day.

ADDICTED HURRY
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ADDICTED HURRY

Spiritual Strategies for Slowing Down (CD)

ADDICTED TO HURRY
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7/1/2003

ADDICTED TO HURRY

Spiritual Strategies for Slowing Down

A much-needed resource that debunks the "need for speed" mentality that so many people have embraced as a part of their everyday lives. This book goes beyond social and psychological analysis to include spiritual perspectives on the dangers of letting hurry become a chronic condition. Each chapter includes helpful questions that allow readers to identify their current pace of life and assist them in cultivating their own sacred, savoring pace.

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REST IN THE STORM 20TH ANNIVERSARY EDITION EB
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REST IN THE STORM 20TH ANNIVERSARY EDITION EB

The 20th anniversary edition of this best seller for seminarians and seasoned pastors alike offers updated and expanded content, including new chapters on “Cultivating Meaningful Friendships” and “Unleashing Dynamic Creativity." Filled with creative and practical strategies for integrating self-care into vocational life, Rest in the Storm identifies the factors that influence overload and outlines plausible strategies for escaping such bondage. 

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REST IN THE STORM, 20TH ANNIVERSARY EDITION
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1/15/2021

REST IN THE STORM, 20TH ANNIVERSARY EDITION

Self-Care Strategies for Clergy and Other Caregivers

The 20th anniversary edition of this best seller for seminarians and seasoned pastors alike offers updated and expanded content, including new chapters on “Cultivating Meaningful Friendships” and “Unleashing Dynamic Creativity." Filled with creative and practical strategies for integrating self-care into vocational life, Rest in the Storm identifies the factors that influence overload and outlines plausible strategies for escaping such bondage. 

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