Mainline in Late Modernity

Discover the transformative insights of Maren Freudenberg's Mainline in Late Modernity, published by Bloomsbury Publishing Plc in 2017. This compelling hardback, spanning 242 pages, delves into the challenges faced by the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America amidst significant membership decline. Freudenberg explores the church's search for inspiration in postdenominational Christianity, examining whether this pluralization of faith can coexist with its rich confessional and liturgical traditions. Engaging and thought-provoking, this book is essential for anyone interested in church growth, renewal, and the evolving landscape of religious practice in the United States. Join the conversation on how modernity influences faith and community, and discover pathways to rejuvenate spiritual life in a changing world.