Showing Up - Paperback

by Kerry W. Willis (Author), Margaret Michael (Author), Brian Charette (Author)

Christ calls us to share his love with others--but how do we do that? For many Christians, our preconceptions about evangelism can be intimidating. Pastors Kerry Willis and Margaret Michael, with Brian Charette, challenge us to shift our focus from procedures and formulas to true connections and real relationships. With scriptural insights, testimonies, and stories of lives changed, the authors demonstrate that we don't all have to be academic theologians or dynamic crusaders to be faithful witnesses to the gospel of Jesus Christ. All we have to do is be sensitive and faithful to the power of presence and realize that we can change lives just by Showing Up.

Author Biography

Kerry Willis is a recipient of Eastern Nazarene College's Pastor of the Year award as well as a Pastor's Leadership Award from the National Coalition of Men's Ministries. Willis pastored at Harrisonburg First Church of the Nazarene for twenty-four years and now serves as district superintendent for the Philadelphia District in the Church of the Nazarene. MARGARET MICHAEL is an ordained elder and serves as the outreach pastor at Harrisonburg First Church of the Nazarene in Virginia, where she encourages others to demonstrate the transforming love of God. Dr. Brian Charette is a speaker, preacher, and consultant who focuses on areas of leadership, interpersonal effectiveness, and strategic management. He is the Associate Vice President for University Planning & Analysis as well as a faculty member at James Madison University in Harrisonburg, Virginia. He attends and preaches regularly at Harrisonburg First Church of the Nazarene.