Introverts in the Church: Finding Our Place in an Extroverted Culture

By Adam S. McHugh

Book Overview

Introverts are called and gifted by God. But many churches tend to be extroverted places where introverts are marginalized. Some Christians end up feeling like it's not as faithful to be an introvert.Adam McHugh shows how introverts can live and minister in ways consistent with their personalities. He explains how introverts and extroverts process information and approach relationships differently and how introverts can practice Christian spirituality in ways that fit who they are. With practical illustrations from church and parachurch contexts, McHugh offers ways for introverts to serve, lead, worship and even evangelize effectively.Introverts in the Church is essential reading for any introvert who has ever felt out of place, as well as for church leaders who want to make their churches more welcoming to introverts. Discover God's call and empowering to thrive as an introvert, for the sake of the church and kingdom.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0830837027
• ISBN13: 9780830837021
• Release Date: November 2009
• Publisher: IVP
• Length: 222 Pages
• Weight: 0.73 lbs.
• Dimensions: 8.3" x 0.7" x 5.5"

Customer Reviews

Good book.

I didn't agree with but 75% of the views. Learning about narcissism, was a bit hard to swallow, but I have to acknowledge that truth. I absolutely can take it too far. I could seriously live in a remote part of Alaska the rest of my days and not even flinch, but for Mat 28:19. The affirmation was nice and it was nice my church actually recommended it to the whole body. That was refreshing. It is much like being single (which he may mention?) that the church never "considers" singles or introverts and assumes people are all married with kids and happy Happy party party. lol..it was nice to hear someone else have the same issues...a pastor too of all people.