Katie Cross Boeken

Drawing on an ethnographic study of the Sunday Assembly, a "Godless congregation," the book explores innovative approaches for the Church to address themes of suffering, lament, and theodicy. It examines how secular gatherings can provide meaningful support and community, prompting a reevaluation of religious practices in confronting life's challenges. Through this lens, the author invites readers to consider new ways of understanding and processing grief and existential questions within a faith context.

Set in a charming coffee shop, this first installment of the Coffee Shop Series introduces readers to a warm community where friendships blossom and secrets brew. The narrative weaves together the lives of diverse characters, each with their own stories and struggles, as they gather over coffee. Themes of love, resilience, and the power of connection unfold, inviting readers to savor the rich experiences that come from both the café's ambiance and the relationships formed within its walls.