Spiritual Formation for the Burnout Generation
An Asian American Christian Perspective
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2026
Bloomsbury Academic (Verlag)
978-1-6669-7235-1 (ISBN)
Bloomsbury Academic (Verlag)
978-1-6669-7235-1 (ISBN)
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This book examines the spiritual, cultural, and systemic realities of burnout in contemporary society, with particular attention to Asian American Christian perspectives.
The book situates burnout within a larger matrix of hyper-productivity, consumerism, and digital connectivity. Drawing on biblical narratives, theological reflection, and Asian cultural values, it explores how practices such as Sabbath, huesik (intentional sacred rest), and contemplative disciplines can open pathways to renewal. Each chapter weaves together personal stories, scriptural insights, and communal practices, offering a holistic framework for resilience. The book underscores that burnout is not only a personal struggle but also a systemic and spiritual crisis requiring cultural critique, communal support, and leadership transformation. Designed for both academic and congregational contexts, it serves as a reflective resource and study guide, with questions and activities for individuals and groups. Ultimately, it calls for reclaiming sacred rhythms of rest, reconnecting with spiritual practices, and reimagining structures of life and ministry that foster long-term flourishing—affirming that even in collapse, grace creates pathways for return, healing, and hope.
The book situates burnout within a larger matrix of hyper-productivity, consumerism, and digital connectivity. Drawing on biblical narratives, theological reflection, and Asian cultural values, it explores how practices such as Sabbath, huesik (intentional sacred rest), and contemplative disciplines can open pathways to renewal. Each chapter weaves together personal stories, scriptural insights, and communal practices, offering a holistic framework for resilience. The book underscores that burnout is not only a personal struggle but also a systemic and spiritual crisis requiring cultural critique, communal support, and leadership transformation. Designed for both academic and congregational contexts, it serves as a reflective resource and study guide, with questions and activities for individuals and groups. Ultimately, it calls for reclaiming sacred rhythms of rest, reconnecting with spiritual practices, and reimagining structures of life and ministry that foster long-term flourishing—affirming that even in collapse, grace creates pathways for return, healing, and hope.
Heesung Hwang is Assistant Professor of Christian Religious Education at Saint Paul School of Theology.
Acknowledgements
Introduction
Chapter 1: A Burned-Out Generation
Chapter 2: When Success Isn’t Enough: Searching for Meaning
Chapter 3: Remember the Sabbath
Chapter 4: Spiritual Formation and Practices: A Christian Perspective
Chapter 5: The Role of the Christian Community in Asian Spiritual Formation
Chapter 6: Daily Rhythms of Spiritual Formation
Chapter 7: The Role of Spiritual Leaders and Communities
Chapter 8: Toward Social Transformation
Conclusion: A Call to Renewal in a Burnout Society
Epilogue: Grace and the Journey Home
Appendices
Bibliography
| Erscheint lt. Verlag | 23.7.2026 |
|---|---|
| Verlagsort | London |
| Sprache | englisch |
| Maße | 152 x 229 mm |
| Themenwelt | Geisteswissenschaften ► Religion / Theologie |
| ISBN-10 | 1-6669-7235-5 / 1666972355 |
| ISBN-13 | 978-1-6669-7235-1 / 9781666972351 |
| Zustand | Neuware |
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