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Review of Selling Water by the River (#0897)

2012/10/29 By Greg

Meet the Author Shane Hipps is a second career pastor. This portion of his journey started after working as a strategic planner in advertising.  Hipps served as lead Pastor of Trinity Mennonite Church (2005-2010).  He is now nearing the end of his time as teaching pastor at Mars Hill (2010-2012).  Hipps is the author of two books: Selling Water by the River (2012) and Flickering Pixels (2009 - my review) as well as the co-author of The Hidden Power Read More …

Reflections on 75 Recently Published Books (#0221)

2010/12/23 By Greg

Over the last year and a half (roughly 75 weeks), I have posted my reflections on 75 recently published books.  I encourage you to browse the list as you think of your reading list for 2011.  Each title is linked to my review. Author Title Year Allison, Jay and Gediman, Dan, eds. This I Believe: The Personal Philosophies of Remarkable American Men and Women 2006 Allison, Jay and Gediman, Dan, eds. This I Believe II: The Personal Philosophies of Remarkable American Men Read More …

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Greg is a follower of the Way of Jesus who strives to make the world a better place for all people. Currently, he serves as Chief Executive Officer of White Rock Center of Hope in Dallas and as Interim Senior Minister of First Christian Church (Disciples of Christ) in Fort Worth. He has served eleven congregations, taught religion to undergraduates for eight years, and helped three organizations provide quality healthcare to underserved populations. (Read More)

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