Scott Bessenecker & Disappointment

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This week on 20 Minute Takes, we talk with author Scott Bessenecker. His book, Bad Religion, Good News: An Honest Guide for the Spiritually Disappointed was released this past May. Scott talks with us about why engaging with disappointment is often a challenge for Western Christian spirituality, and shares stories of people who have found good news through their earnest engagement with disappointment.This is the final episode of season 8 of 20 Minute Takes—check back in the fall for our new season!Scott Bessenecker has worked in college ministry for the past 40 years, facilitating global justice immersion programs inviting young adults to discern voactional ministry alongside the urban poor. He's also the author of the New Friars.You can find his Substack here.20 Minute Takes is a production of Christians for Social ActionHosted, Produced, and Edited by David de LeonMusic by Andre Henry

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