Dietrich Bonhoeffer was one of the most significant Protestant theologians of the twentieth century, a legacy sealed by his imprisonment in a German concentration camp and eventual execution. His resistance against Nazism and pivotal role in the Confessing Church movement have been key points of illumination for many on the nature of Christian political witness and action. Millions have been inspired by his rich reflections on the Christian life, especially his beloved works on discipleship and ethics. As a professor, seminary leader, and ecumenical theologian, Bonhoeffer's work also profoundly shaped academic theology, especially systematic theology, and the life of the church. Jay C. Rochelle is an author and former professor of worship and dean of the chapel the Lutheran School of Theology, Chicago.
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"Not only does Bonhoeffer provide a theological base for pastoral theology, but he offers advice on many familiar ministerial tasks, such as conducting baptisms, funerals, and weddings. Here is a new portrait of Bonhoeffer--the shepherd of seminarians." --The Christian Ministry "This little book is a mine of wisdom and detailed practical advice on how to exercise spiritual care of both kinds." --The Living Church