For the fifteenth anniversary of its publication this revised edition features a new introduction from the author on the state of the church and its ampampquotradical welcomeampampquot today along with new reflections on how it continues to reshape the church.This book is at once a theological inspirational and practical guide for congregations that want to move beyond diversity and inclusion to present a vision for the church of the future one where the gifts voices and power of marginalized groups bring new life to the mainline church. Based on two years of work and over 200 interviews with people in congregations all around the United Statesin urban suburban and rural settingsit asks the question How do we face our fears and welcome transformation in order to become Gods radically welcoming peopleEach chapter introduces a particular congregation and the challenges it faced and lays out the theological underpinnings of tackling fears headon to embrace change as a welcome part of community life. This new edition features essays from Michael B.