Churches are many things – religious institutions, places for religious worship, architectural buildings… Churches are also a place of community. Volunteers are integral to the daily functioning of churches and the experience of how church happens.

I have written a book rejoicing in the religious and social contributions of church volunteers. The book is currently at the printer with a scheduled arrival date of December 20, 2024.

Is there a church volunteer in your life? Would you like to recognize them – say, on New Year’s Day? Ordering them a copy of this book is a great way to acknowledge the contributions they make to their faith community and, by extension, to the communities where they live. Pre-orders are being accepted here (you can also learn more about the book at the web page provided)!

Advent is just around the corner!

Kim Burkhardt blogs at A Parish Catechist and The Books of the Ages (and a member of the Association of Catholic Publishers). If you are a new visitor, it would be great to have you follow this blog (thank you!). If you know someone who would like this blog, please share it with them (thank you!).