Publisher Description
Reject Pride of Ownership in Pursuit of a Higher Mission Christian organizations have come to be known mostly for what we're against. And all too often, that includes being against each other. But amid growing distrust of religious institutions, Christ-centered nonprofits have a unique opportunity to link arms and collectively pursue a calling higher than any one organization's agenda.Rooting for Rivals reveals how your ministry can multiply its impact by cooperating rather than competing with others, modeling Christlike love and generosity in the process. Peter Greer and Chris Horst explore case studies illustrating the power of collaborative ministry. Writing with vulnerability, they also share their own failures and successes in moving toward a kingdom mindset. In Rooting for Rivals you'll discover the key to revitalizing your ministry and making an enduring difference in the world.
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About the Authors
Peter Greer is president and CEO of HOPE International, a global
nonprofit focused on addressing both physical and spiritual poverty through
micro-finance. He has a master’s degree in public policy from Harvard’s Kennedy
School. Peter coauthored The Poor Will Be Glad and The Spiritual Danger of Doing Good, speaks at conferences, including Catalyst and Passion,
and has been featured by media outlets such as CNN, Christianity
Today, and World. Peter lives in Lancaster, Pennsylvania, with his
wife, Laurel, and three children.
Chris Horst is
the director of development at HOPE International, where he works and writes at
the intersection of entrepreneurship, work, and the gospel. Chris has been
published regularly in Christianity Today
and has a forthcoming book on entrepreneurship and human flourishing. He serves
on the boards of the Denver Institute for Faith & Work and the Colorado
Microfinance Alliance. Chris graduated from Taylor University with a business
degree and has his MBA from Bakke Graduate University. He lives in Denver,
Colorado, with his wife, Alli, and son, Desmond.
About David Cochran Heath
David Cochran Heath is a professional actor with more than 30 years of experience on the stage in over 130 productions. He is also a lifelong fan of radio theater and has done a variety of narration and character work. He lives in San Diego with his wife, Beth.