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Rick Warren, 'America's Pastor'

Authors :
Kaminer, Wendy
Source :
Nation. 9/12/2005, Vol. 281 Issue 7, p28-30. 3p. 1 Illustration.
Publication Year :
2005

Abstract

Focuses on preacher and bestselling author of "The Purpose Driven Life," Rick Warren. Review of how Warren exerts immeasurable influence as pastor of a mega-church in California and author of pre-eminent religious self-help books; Discussion of how Warren's success follows the trajectory enjoyed by in recent years by other religious or spiritual self-help authors; Analysis of the advice given by Warren in his books; Review of how Warren's books avoid discussion of issues like abortion, stem cell research, and gay rights.

Details

Language :
English
ISSN :
00278378
Volume :
281
Issue :
7
Database :
Academic Search Index
Journal :
Nation
Publication Type :
Periodical
Accession number :
18048603