Offerings of the Heart: Money And Values in Faith Communities [Paperback]

Shawn Israel Zevit (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: September 6, 2005

Nadiv Lev. “Offerings of the Heart.” This phrase sets the tone for the Jewish spiritual perspective that money is a tool for actualizing God’s presence in the world. Building on this core value and setting aside the financial/spiritual split with which many congregational leaders operate, Rabbi Shawn Zevit brings the depth and breadth of Jewish teachings on money and the spiritual life to all faith communities. This book provides texts and tools to help clergy, staff, and lay leaders of congregations of any faith approach financial and other resources as core means to build and maintain whole and holy lives in a communal setting. Zevit demonstrates how faith communities can create values-based approaches to developing and managing financial and human resources that are rooted in the very sacred traditions, principles, and impulses that bring us together. "Rabbi Shawn Zevit has gathered much of the wisdom of the Jewish community learned through four millennia of life with God. He shows us the rich thought and experience Hebrew scriptures and traditions contribute for all who seek to be faithful in the use of money in their communities. A deep understanding of generosity and giving is brought to bear on the practicalities of budgets, planning, and reaching out in deeds of justice and mercy." -- Loren B. Mead, founding president, The Alban Institute

Editorial Reviews

Review

"Shawn Zevit is a master at guiding people toward a values-based approach to money and wealth in congregational life." --Rabbi Sid Schwarz, PANIM

"Rather than dictating a particular approach, Rabbi Zevit teases out the issues...and presents case studies and sample exercises." --Isa Aron, Rhea Hirsch School of Education

"Zevit draws on the rich wisdom of the past while teaching us how to work out new understandings about money." --Rabbi Arthur Waskow, director, the Shalom Center

About the Author

Rabbi Shawn Israel Zevit serves as a consultant for numerous organizations in the areas of leadership, community building, money and values, creativity, and spirituality in the workplace. He is currently a Senior Consultant and Director of Outreach and External Affairs for the Jewish Reconstructionist Federation.

Product Details

• Paperback: 164 pages
• Publisher: Alban Institute (September 6, 2005)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1566992818
• ISBN-13: 978-1566992817
• Product Dimensions: 8.8 x 5.8 x 0.6 inches
• Shipping Weight: 8.8 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #1,101,226 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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