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Books Every Pastor Should Read

Posted on July 24, 2023June 29, 2023 by ptsblog
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“What are some books that every pastor should read?” PTS faculty were asked this question in spring 2023, resulting in a very long list of recommendations. Rather than list specific titles, Directors’ Bicentennial Professor of Theology the Rev. Dr. Edwin Chr. van Driel suggests nine categories of books for pastors to consider. He says: “’Every…

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