Leaves from the Notebook of a Tamed Cynic (Reinhold Niebuhr Library)

Renowned theologian Reinhold Niebuhr began his career as pastor of Bethel Evangelical Church in Detroit Michigan where he served from 1915–1928. Leaves from the Notebook of a Tamed Cynic is Niebuhrs account of the frustrations and joys he experienced during his years at Bethel. Addressed to young ministers this book provides reflections and insights for those engaged in the challenging yet infinitely rewarding occupation of pastoral ministry.With a foreword from Jonathan Walton on Niebuhrs enduring insights into the challenges and relevance of pastoral ministry this powerful book remains as useful today as it was last century.