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The Summary:
Hearty Masculinity: Of Body and Spirit is a gentle and kind
book for men from Chris Halverson's perspective as a mainline clergyman with a
congenital heart condition. Hearty Masculinity's first half, the
"Body" section, focuses on practical secular concerns. The first
chapter looks at time management as a way to know oneself. The second chapter
is about noticing and regulating one's emotions. The third chapter focuses on
relating to other people by practicing relational masculinity instead of one
that is performative. The second half, the "Spirit" section, is about
soul care. The fourth chapter makes the case that the liturgy is a pattern for
a good life. The fifth chapter reconstructs masculinity using Paul's paradigm
of "power in weakness." The final chapter consists of ten brief
devotionals for men.
The Blurbs:
"It's about time! Here is a readable volume that
addresses men in a down-to-earth, Christian way, shedding all the myths that
especially burden male Americans. It also frees men from a hyper-spirituality
that often denigrates the bodily, earthly side of existence. At the same time,
Halverson expresses his own deep faith and gospel-centered experience as
pastor, all designed to bring us back to earth and into God's merciful
presence."
--Timothy J. Wengert, Professor Emeritus, United Lutheran Seminary
"In Hearty Masculinity Halverson calmly silences the
posturing and bravado to give us a way to develop that inner strength and
integrity that are the hallmarks of true men of substance. Read slowly; root
deeply; and grow strong."
--James Krombholz, Pastor, St Paul's Lutheran Church
"This book is a must read for all adults who care what happens to the
male-identifying people in our society. Chris's experience and passion shine
through as he tackles this critical topic."
--Mary Kay DuChene, author of A Path to Belonging: Overcoming Clergy
Loneliness
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