Mariann Edgar Budde is the bishop and spiritual leader of the Episcopal Diocese of Washington, D.C., and the Washington National Cathedral. Prior to her election in 2011, she was a parish priest in Minneapolis for eighteen years. She has appeared on PBS NewsHour, Meet the Press, Good Morning America, and the Today show, among others. Bishop Budde earned her master’s in divinity and doctor of ministry from Virginia Theological Seminary.
"With clarity, conviction, and a sure sense of the perils and the
possibilities of the human condition, Bishop Mariann Budde has
given us a great gift: A book that explores how God's children
can stand up for the principles of His kingdom in a frail and
fallen world. Courage, it has been said, is the most important
virtue since it guarantees all the others, and Bishop Budde's
searching account of her struggle to be brave is itself an act to
be admired and absorbed."—Jon Meacham, author of The Soul of
America and And There Was Light
"In sharing her story and that of others who have faced real
challenges with ‘grit and grace,’ my good friend and fellow bishop
Mariann Budde reminds us that extraordinary courage is possible for
ordinary people. To help us she offers both the faith and the tools
that make such courage possible for us."—The Most Rev. Michael B.
Curry, Presiding Bishop of The Episcopal Church and author of
Love is the Way and The Power of Love
"It is easy to forget the simple, important dynamics of courageous
leadership and living. Bishop Budde has given us all a
thoughtful reminder."—Steve Leder, New York Times bestselling
author of For You When I Am Gone
“'Hope,' St. Augustine said, 'has two beautiful daughters. Their
names are anger and courage; anger at the way things are, and
courage to see that they do not remain the way they are.' In her
timely book, Bishop Budde offers hard-learned, excellent guidelines
for helping not just individuals but congregations and communities
learn about bravery and courage, especially in times of
polarization and transition."—The Rev. Dr. Nancy Jo Kemper,
Executive Director (1991-2009), Kentucky Council of Churches;
Interim Senior Minister, First Christian Church, Paris,
Kentucky
"Few people are willing to step into those decisive moments when
their voices are needed most. I have always known that my friend
and Bishop, Mariann Budde, is one of those few. Indeed, this book
represents another of those moments for Bishop Budde. In it
she shares her very human struggle to find the bravery and courage
required to step into life’s decisive moments. She does this so to
inspire others to find their own. This book is itself a gift of
brave and courageous leadership."—Kelly Brown Douglas, author of
Resurrection Hope: A Future Where Black Lives Matter
"Using the metaphor of 'stepping up to the plate' and the myriad of
choices one confronts, Budde weaves themes of family life,
scripture, and service into a journey of bravery that you do not
want to miss. Get on board for a captivating excursion through
a carefully woven tapestry of ideas, prayers, meditations, and
suggestions for courageous action."—Edward W Beal, MD, Clinical
Professor of Psychiatry. Georgetown University School of Medicine,
Author of War Stories From the Forgotten Soldiers
"Written with resolute purpose and vitality, this marvelous book
illumines the dialectical dilemma facing those who see
themselves as being both in the world, but not of the
world, as well as both 'children of light' and 'children
of darkness.' It challenges our moral complacency in a
self-obsessed secular society."—Eric L. Motley, PhD,
former Executive Vice President, The Aspen
Institute
"Our world is a fragile, perilously fractious place. Each of us can
contribute decisively to making it a good and noble place. My
friend and colleague Bishop Mariann Budde readily admits that this
takes courage. By sharing with us the very realistic trials and
challenges of being brave, Mariann also points us along the path of
growing in one of the most crucial virtues of our day. My friend
Mariann inspires me. And her book will inspire you to stand up for
the right and the true when it really counts."—Jake Owensby, Bishop
of the Episcopal Diocese of Western Louisiana; Chancellor of the
University of the South; author of Looking for God in Messy
Places
"Bishop Mariann Budde is one of the clarion voices of our time. In
How We Learn to Be Brave, she shows that we all have courage to be
great within us. Using vulnerability, deep insight, and enlightened
spirituality, Bishop Budde invites us all to turn our decisive
decisions into moments of profound meaning. This book will change
many lives."—Bruce Feiler, New York Times bestselling author of
Life Is in the Transitions and Walking the Bible
"Bishop Budde invites us to look again at some of life’s most
important decision points with the warmth of a friend and the
clarity of a sage. In the complexity and velocity that is
life and leadership this offering will anchor and sustain the
individual and organization."—The Rt. Rev. Robert C. Wright Bishop
of Atlanta
"This book is truly an invitation to discover how we learn to be
brave over a lifetime, not just in situations that require
courageous decisions in the moment. Mariann Edgar Budde speaks with
honesty about the challenges of our time and the problems we face
in an ever-deepening national divide. She fills us with hope and
strength as she turns our hearts and minds away from despair with
stories of time, tradition, and personal experience. Budde lights
the path for what it means to embody courage in each and every
moment. And she faithfully reminds us who we are along the
way."—Beth Graybill, Collaborative Storyteller, Teacher & Conscious
Consultant in South Bend, Indiana
"I first met Bishop Mariann more than five years ago. I love
connecting with new ministry leaders who share the same mission
that I am on. As you'll soon read in this book, though, we don't
necessarily agree on every aspect of theology, ministry philosophy
and some of the cultural issues of our day. However, that's exactly
what I need in my life. I need people who push my thinking. I need
people who challenge me to see the world around me from a different
perspective. In her uniquely humble way, Bishop Mariann does that
for me. It's one of the reasons I respect her so much. I know she
wants the best for me even when she disagrees with me. This has
been my experience when I open my heart and mind to different
perspectives. Not only does it help me discover new wisdom, it also
helps to reinforce my personal convictions. I've learned that
understanding and embracing our convictions points us to our
purpose in this world. Our calling is revealed. It's around those
convictions and that calling that we often discover where we need
to be brave. If you are a person of influence, you need to read How
We Learn to Be Brave."--Tony Morgan, Founder & Lead Strategist of
The Unstuck Group and author of The Unstuck Church
“Bishop Mariann gives powerful voice to a courage that comes not
from headline-grabbing moments but from the daily commitment to
persevere in faithfulness. In breaking open her own journey
of doubt and decision, she provides a roadmap for a leadership
rooted in humility, introspection, and selfless determination, all
of which our world so desperately needs.” --Dr. Michael E. Hill,
President, Chautauqua Institution
"From page one, you're given instant VIP access to the private
thoughts of a public figure and spiritual leader who is active on
the history making frontlines affecting generations. Equal
parts personal memoir, letter to a friend, motivating sermon,
and collection of short stories, How We Learn To Be Brave is easy
and enjoyable to read. It's Bishop Mariann Budde's
uncensored honesty that lifts our spirit. At every
turn, we learn being brave is found in one of us and all of us
at the same time. Mariann says, "Hearing another person's
courageous journey, we can't help but consider our own." I feel
that, and you will, too, in the best way."—Kem Meyer,
Communications Consultant and author of Less Chaos. Less Noise
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