In 1985, What They Don't Teach at Harvard Business School became a blockbuster bestseller because it offered proven-effective, "school of hard knocks" advice--not just classroom theories--to business people.

Now, What Ministers Can't Learn in Seminary does the same thing for beginning and experienced pastors and seminarians. In bright, optimistic, good-humored language, R. Robert Cueni takes us step-by-step through the predictable crises of early ministry. He discusses the realities of congregational life, the difference between normal tensions and critical...

Many are no longer content with being told, Memorize this list of what Christians believe. There will be a test. Cueni addresses these concerns by posing broad philosophical questions and then presenting open-ended and non-technical introductions to many core Christian ideas such as atonement, ecclesiology, and prayer. This is an excellent resource for new member classes, adult Sunday school curriculum, a sermon series, or for personal investigation into understanding the Bible and the faith.

Filled with wit, insight, and inspiration, this anthology of sermons for the entire church year offers readers a treasure trove of spiritual guidance. Five distinguished preachers representing a variety of denominations and ministry settings contribute messages based on gospel texts for each Sunday and major celebration in Cycle C of the Revised Common Lectionary. Their thoughtful meditations proclaim the Good News for today's world and exemplify the transforming power of God's Word in our lives. Unforgettable in their power and biblical witness, these sermons provide readers with strength,...

With sometimes painful honesty, an occasional flash of wisdom and a generous helping of wit, Bob Cueni shares his story of living in public housing, working as an infectious disease investigator, and serving Christ's Church as congregational consultant, book author, and local church pastor before retiring from active ministry as a seminary president.

These sermons are based on First Lesson lectionary texts for the first third of the Season after Pentecost, Cycle A.These sermons are based on First Lesson lectionary texts for the first third of the Season after Pentecost, Cycle A.
" Bob Cueni's] preaching meets the unspoken criteria most pew residents bring to a church sanctuary: 1) biblically rooted, 2) easy to understand, 3) tells me something about myself that I feel God wants me to know, and 4) encourages me to believe that I can apply this truth to my life.... His communication style evokes the highest praise pulpit residents can...

In the midst of all the commentary throughout the world on the nature of God, is it possible that we have lost sight of the message of the cross?
Too often, we become so consumed by rules and ritual that we forget that the primary message of Jesus is found through love displayed on a cross.
In his collection of 17 Cycle C sermons on the gospel readings for the seasons of Lent and Easter, R. Robert Cueni brilliantly draws from over four decades of pastoral experience, blending a deep knowledge of historical events with beautifully written text as he invites the reader to consider how...