Books Worth Reading
Bonhoeffer as Youth Worker
By Andrew Root
Andrew Root in his book, Bonhoeffer as Youth Worker, has created a wonderful biography of Dietrich Bonhoeffer. But at the same time has created an in-depth look at youth ministry in our day and time using the work of Dietrich Bonhoeffer.
Part one of this book takes you through the life and ministry of Dietrich Bonhoeffer. It’s not a typical biography of Dietrich Bonhoeffer, as this one focuses in on what seems to be absent in most biographies about Bonhoeffer, his work with children and youth.
Part two highlights two of Bonhoeffer’s most popular works, Discipleship and Life Together and frames them around youth ministry today.
It’s a book worth reading because:
- It’s an engaging biography of one of the most important theologians of the 20th century.
- A deep look at his ministry with children and youth and how that work was a major influence in his writings and teachings.
- A solid theological framework of embodying Dietrich Bonhoeffer in youth ministries today.
I recommend this book to anyone interested in the life of Dietrich Bonhoeffer and/or people interested in rethinking youth ministry.
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