"An invitation to pastors to become disciples, teachers, and like St. Francis, joyous troubadours of the King."Howard A. Snyder"Henderson knows the trials and tribulations of the pastor. He also understands the integrity of the Christian faith. Any minister reading the book will be encouraged and strengthened for the demands of ministry."William H. Willimon"Full of realism and hope, graced with theological insight and personal experience, Henderson's book faces our churches as they are and looks with faith to what they can be. All who care about local congregations and what makes them vital will treasure this book."David Allan Hubbard

Robert Thornton Henderson has had a long career as a pastor-teacher in the church (Presbyterian Church, USA). He is the author of several books including Joy to the World: Spreading the Good News of the Kingdom (1991); Blueprint 21: Presbyterians In the Post-Denominational Era (2000); and Subversive Jesus, Radical Grace (2001).