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Worship of Mass Dysfunction

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I had the pleasure of reading a pre-release version of this book. There will be those who defensively say the author is simply casting stones at the Fellowship or at his former pastor. In reality, the book presents a view of the turmoil the church endured that is both unique and worth understanding. The lesson this book provides is that even the questions, or especially the questions, that provoke a painful answer can be useful in creating stronger churches and better leaders. Those who question without fear help all of us gain wisdom from tragedy. Ed is one of those fearless questioners."

This book is definitely a 'must read' for those in ministry. As a person involved in church work for a number of years, I saw myself in many of the situations detailed in the book. There is a fine line between helping people utilize their gifts and talents to serve others, and using them. This happens in so many churches across America...sometimes we don't even realize that it is not good or right. This book will help those in ministry to avoid falling into the same traps that this church did.

This is a wonderfully written account of what happened at The Fellowship at Forest Creek. The pastor there was convicted of stealing $800,000 from the church he grew using purpose driven principles. Worship of Mass Dysfunction details the events leading up to and following the conviction.