New and Noteworthy: ‘Sacred Parenthood,’ Unconditional Love, and More

Three culture recommendations from our editors.
Sacred Parenthood: Spiritual Practices for the Highs and Lows of Parenting, by Aizaiah G. Yong and Nereyda Yong

Parenting With Grace

Aizaiah and Nereyda Yong are married ministers and parents to four kids. In Sacred Parenthood, the authors break down “contemplative parenting,” offering simple practices parents can implement to be more intentional and present with their families. Herald Press

Soft Spaces

Liz Walker offers an intimate account of a Black church’s trauma-healing ministry, emphasizing the importance of sharing grief and providing “soft spaces” for healing. No One Left Alone reveals how vast pain can be transformed into hope and connection through the power of community. Broadleaf

Unconditional Love

In Queer & Christian, Brandan Robertson reclaims faith for LGBTQ+ Christians. Through accessible scholarly insight and personal narrative, he challenges the “clobber verses” of the Bible, celebrating queer saints and offering hope for anyone seeking inclusive spirituality. Macmillan

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