David Crumm
@davidcrumm.bsky.social
Editor of ReadTheSpirit online magazine and publishing house
Co-founder of Front Edge Publishing
Co-founder of Front Edge Publishing
We're so pleased to offer this new book about the power of folks raising issues of #injustice . It's about a prophetic #Catholic theologian, "Tony" Kosnik. #newbook #journalism frontedgepublishing.com/please-help-...
We're encouraging pre-orders of Margaret Stack's new 'God in the House'
The book tells the untold story of prophetic Catholic theologian Tony Kosnik who challenged traditional Catholic teaching on sexuality.
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October 9, 2025 at 4:11 PM
We're so pleased to offer this new book about the power of folks raising issues of #injustice . It's about a prophetic #Catholic theologian, "Tony" Kosnik. #newbook #journalism frontedgepublishing.com/please-help-...
#Author Christy Berghoef shows us the importance of welcoming supportive, creative community for a book-launch event that includes lots of conversation and that helps to spread #goodnewsstories in our troubled world. readthespirit.com/explore/chri...
Christy Berghoef launches inspiring 'Rooted' by welcoming readers
Author Christy Berghoef shows importance of welcoming supportive, creative community in a launch event that includes lots of conversation.
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July 14, 2025 at 3:59 PM
#Author Christy Berghoef shows us the importance of welcoming supportive, creative community for a book-launch event that includes lots of conversation and that helps to spread #goodnewsstories in our troubled world. readthespirit.com/explore/chri...
My friend journalist Joe Grimm and I both love "small" stories like this that tell far bigger stories about American life. Thanks so much Joe for all the work you do through MSU's Bias Busters and with feature stories like this one: readthespirit.com/explore/once...
Restoring Michigan parish's 'light' illuminates vibrant Catholic life
MSU Journalism's Joe Grimm tells how one small Catholic community illustrates the vibrancy of its spiritual life by restoring a 'light.'
readthespirit.com
June 30, 2025 at 2:41 PM
My friend journalist Joe Grimm and I both love "small" stories like this that tell far bigger stories about American life. Thanks so much Joe for all the work you do through MSU's Bias Busters and with feature stories like this one: readthespirit.com/explore/once...
Our publishing house in partnership with MSU School of Journalism's Bias Busters project is #publishing what may be the first book about #Catholics including #Pope Leo XIV. It's certainly timely and affordable: readthespirit.com/explore/new-...
As Leo XIV begins, new MSU book explores American Catholic life
MSU School of Journalism Bias Busters team publishes a timely new book about American Catholics, the first new book to include Pope Leo XIV.
readthespirit.com
June 23, 2025 at 4:12 PM
Our publishing house in partnership with MSU School of Journalism's Bias Busters project is #publishing what may be the first book about #Catholics including #Pope Leo XIV. It's certainly timely and affordable: readthespirit.com/explore/new-...
#Caregiving is the daily work of more than 50 million unpaid Americans who do this out of love for family and friends. We want to help with valuable media resources, including the debut of a new #PBS documentary and helpful books designed with #caregivers in mind: readthespirit.com/explore/pbs-...
Helpful resources as PBS debuts the documentary film 'Caregiving'
Front Edge Publishing has been creating resources for caregivers for nearly two decades. Here are some of those helpful caregiving authors.
readthespirit.com
June 16, 2025 at 6:02 PM
#Caregiving is the daily work of more than 50 million unpaid Americans who do this out of love for family and friends. We want to help with valuable media resources, including the debut of a new #PBS documentary and helpful books designed with #caregivers in mind: readthespirit.com/explore/pbs-...
In my life in #journalism, I'm always amazed at a great story's power to touch people's hearts and that's what's happening with the new #novel by Dave Larsen, a gripping story based on real events in #Chicago. We're all hoping it becomes a #Netflix drama someday. readthespirit.com/explore/dave...
Dave Larsen's 'Green Street' novel is both historical—and timely
Dave Larsen tells how his new novel springs from turmoil in his childhood neighborhood in Chicago—and how relevant 'Green Street' is today.
readthespirit.com
April 30, 2025 at 8:20 PM
In my life in #journalism, I'm always amazed at a great story's power to touch people's hearts and that's what's happening with the new #novel by Dave Larsen, a gripping story based on real events in #Chicago. We're all hoping it becomes a #Netflix drama someday. readthespirit.com/explore/dave...
Our #publishing house community is mourning the death of #Francis—and we are pleased to share news of a book, drawn from National Catholic Reporter archives packed with fascinating information on #papal transitions from John Paul I to today. readthespirit.com/explore/afte...
What happens at the Vatican now that Pope Francis has died?
A new book, drawn from the history of National Catholic Reporter, includes chapters on the papal transitions from John Paul I to today.
readthespirit.com
April 21, 2025 at 4:55 PM
Our #publishing house community is mourning the death of #Francis—and we are pleased to share news of a book, drawn from National Catholic Reporter archives packed with fascinating information on #papal transitions from John Paul I to today. readthespirit.com/explore/afte...
As a #journalist I am honored to help in #publishing timely works by a range of #religious #authors who are prophetic voices still reminding us of our timeless need to protect the world's most vulnerable. The latest is the prophetic Rabbi Roy Furman: frontedgepublishing.com/rabbi-roy-fu...
Rabbi Roy Furman's Torah Wrestling—timely as today's headlines
Rabbi Roy Furman's 'Torah Wrestling' explores the age-old struggle to confront 'powers' that marginalize the most vulnerable people among us.
frontedgepublishing.com
April 21, 2025 at 4:49 PM
As a #journalist I am honored to help in #publishing timely works by a range of #religious #authors who are prophetic voices still reminding us of our timeless need to protect the world's most vulnerable. The latest is the prophetic Rabbi Roy Furman: frontedgepublishing.com/rabbi-roy-fu...
As a community of #authors, our #publishing house has for years contributed to "unplugging extremism" and this week we are recommending the ongoing work of "Dean" of #journalism Bill Tammeus, so timely in light of tragic news this #Passover week. frontedgepublishing.com/want-to-help...
Bill Tammeus's 'Love, Loss, Endurance' helps us unplug extremism
Veteran journalist Bill Tammeus wrote his book about the traumatic wake of 9/11 terrorist attacks and, now, his advice is as timely as ever.
frontedgepublishing.com
April 14, 2025 at 2:29 PM
As a community of #authors, our #publishing house has for years contributed to "unplugging extremism" and this week we are recommending the ongoing work of "Dean" of #journalism Bill Tammeus, so timely in light of tragic news this #Passover week. frontedgepublishing.com/want-to-help...
Our #publishing house is eager to see Dave Larsen's novel Green Street in Black and White coming out this month, based on true story of a #Chicago neighborhood grappling with #diversity in the #1960s and this story explains how Dave is prepping for group sales frontedgepublishing.com/dave-larsen-...
Dave Larsen rides initial wave of interest in his 'Green Street' novel
Dave Larsen ordered 1,000 copies of his book, 'Green Street in Black and White' to optimize revenues on group sales of the popular novel.
frontedgepublishing.com
April 7, 2025 at 4:48 PM
Our #publishing house is eager to see Dave Larsen's novel Green Street in Black and White coming out this month, based on true story of a #Chicago neighborhood grappling with #diversity in the #1960s and this story explains how Dave is prepping for group sales frontedgepublishing.com/dave-larsen-...
Most Americans already are thinking about summer #travel plans and we're pleased to see so many people discovering, and talking about, Douglas J. Brouwer's new book The Traveler's Path. Doug asks us to rethink the #spiritual #values and challenges of travel. frontedgepublishing.com/douglas-j-br...
Doug Brouwer is in awe of how his travel book is circling the world!
Good news travels fast and good news about travel—travels even faster! That's the experience of 'Traveler's Path' author Douglas J. Brouwer.
frontedgepublishing.com
March 31, 2025 at 1:45 PM
Most Americans already are thinking about summer #travel plans and we're pleased to see so many people discovering, and talking about, Douglas J. Brouwer's new book The Traveler's Path. Doug asks us to rethink the #spiritual #values and challenges of travel. frontedgepublishing.com/douglas-j-br...
We're thankful for Stephanie Fenton our #Holidays expert at ReadTheSpirit #magazine who continues to cover a wide range of observances related to #religion #ethnicity and #culture. Here's her fascinating look, today, at #Nowruz and #Ostara. Please enjoy: readthespirit.com/religious-ho...
Nowruz, Naw-Ruz, and Ostara: Welcome, spring! - Religious Holidays
WEDNESDAY, MARCH 19; THURSDAY, MARCH 20; and FRIDAY, March 21 : Across the Northern Hemisphere, men, women and children welcome the season of spring, marked by the vernal equinox. This ancient cycle f...
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March 18, 2025 at 2:37 PM
We're thankful for Stephanie Fenton our #Holidays expert at ReadTheSpirit #magazine who continues to cover a wide range of observances related to #religion #ethnicity and #culture. Here's her fascinating look, today, at #Nowruz and #Ostara. Please enjoy: readthespirit.com/religious-ho...
Inspiring ReadTheSpirit story: After his family's life was devastated by #wildfires, #author Jonathan Grimm is renewing his messages of #hope for our communities. He's relaunching his Grimm News feed, wise tips about what to watch for your #financial well-being. readthespirit.com/home/cover-s...
Cover Story—Back from the Blaze: Jonathan Grimm returns to helping others navigate the storms around us all - Home
Literally rising from the ashes— COVER STORY: After surviving the now-infamous “Night that Altadena Burned,” along with his wife and their children, Jonathan Grimm is on a mission to help others find ...
readthespirit.com
March 17, 2025 at 2:07 PM
Inspiring ReadTheSpirit story: After his family's life was devastated by #wildfires, #author Jonathan Grimm is renewing his messages of #hope for our communities. He's relaunching his Grimm News feed, wise tips about what to watch for your #financial well-being. readthespirit.com/home/cover-s...
So how many of us actually fast during this season of fasting in four different faiths? And did you know #AshWednesday fasting is far different than in #Orthodox churches or in #Ramadan? Stephanie Fenton's got this fascinating story: readthespirit.com/religious-ho...
Millions of Americans begin the Lenten season of prayer and fasting
How many Americans fast during Lent? Holidays expert Stephanie Fenton provides the latest research—as well as links to great seasonal foods.
readthespirit.com
March 5, 2025 at 2:22 PM
So how many of us actually fast during this season of fasting in four different faiths? And did you know #AshWednesday fasting is far different than in #Orthodox churches or in #Ramadan? Stephanie Fenton's got this fascinating story: readthespirit.com/religious-ho...
Millions of us are thinking about spring and summer #travel either #vacations or trips with our #churches so we're pleased to see Doug Brower's A Traveler's Path pop up for Amazon pre-order. Please share this good news with friends. readthespirit.com/explore/a-fi...
Author Douglas Brouwer invites readers along on 'Traveler's Path'
World traveler, pastor and educator Douglas Brouwer invites readers along on an inspiring array of global adventures in 'The Traveler's Path.'
readthespirit.com
March 4, 2025 at 3:16 PM
Millions of us are thinking about spring and summer #travel either #vacations or trips with our #churches so we're pleased to see Doug Brower's A Traveler's Path pop up for Amazon pre-order. Please share this good news with friends. readthespirit.com/explore/a-fi...
Curious about the coming #Catholic #Conclave ? I'm referring both to the excellent feature #Film that's up for 8 #Oscars AND I'm also referring to a more accurate book that includes lots of fascinating Conclave details. frontedgepublishing.com/curious-abou...
Curious about the coming Catholic Conclave? We've got a book!
Even as millions pray for Pope Francis, a Catholic Conclave is looming. A movie gives us one version, but we're recommending a better book.
frontedgepublishing.com
February 24, 2025 at 2:36 PM
Curious about the coming #Catholic #Conclave ? I'm referring both to the excellent feature #Film that's up for 8 #Oscars AND I'm also referring to a more accurate book that includes lots of fascinating Conclave details. frontedgepublishing.com/curious-abou...
Remember "e pluribus unum"? Does that core of #AmericanValues value still stir your heart? Take a look at this column about the lives and faces of real #refugees. readthespirit.com/explore/as-w...
Origin stories we share: 'Song of a Retired Immigration Lawyer'
As millions are focusing on the stories of immigrants, especially refugees, immigration lawyer Alan Pampanin reflects on "e pluribus unum."
readthespirit.com
February 17, 2025 at 7:36 PM
Remember "e pluribus unum"? Does that core of #AmericanValues value still stir your heart? Take a look at this column about the lives and faces of real #refugees. readthespirit.com/explore/as-w...
Americans don't follow #religion in #India but we should because #KumbhMela is the world's largest religious gathering. This story explains why it's a challenge for Western #journalism. readthespirit.com/religious-ho...
Prayag Kumbh Mela is becoming the world's largest gathering
Holidays columnist Stephanie Fenton reports on the Hindu festival of Kumbh Mela, which is considered the most auspicious in 144 years.
readthespirit.com
January 29, 2025 at 2:23 PM
Americans don't follow #religion in #India but we should because #KumbhMela is the world's largest religious gathering. This story explains why it's a challenge for Western #journalism. readthespirit.com/religious-ho...
Reposted by David Crumm
This week's Read the Spirit cover story and Front Edge Publishing blog post is by @davidcrumm.bsky.social, "Award-winning MSU Bias Busters project expands to explore lives of Americans often marginalized because of PANS/PANDAS" #BiasBusters https://buff.ly/40QsNN6
January 28, 2025 at 8:50 AM
This week's Read the Spirit cover story and Front Edge Publishing blog post is by @davidcrumm.bsky.social, "Award-winning MSU Bias Busters project expands to explore lives of Americans often marginalized because of PANS/PANDAS" #BiasBusters https://buff.ly/40QsNN6
I like how Holidays columnist Stephanie Fenton writes about #MLKDay today, including a link to an article with a #playlist for today. I'm actually using that list today. readthespirit.com/religious-ho...
How will you help to build Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.'s beloved community in 2025? - Religious Holidays
“Everybody can be great, because anybody can serve. You don’t have to have a college degree to serve. You don’t have to make your subject and verb agree to serve. You only need a heart full of grace. ...
readthespirit.com
January 20, 2025 at 4:00 PM
I like how Holidays columnist Stephanie Fenton writes about #MLKDay today, including a link to an article with a #playlist for today. I'm actually using that list today. readthespirit.com/religious-ho...
I'm so pleased that my friend Howard Brown, despite battling life-and-death cancer again, has blown past 300,000 downloads for his 'Shining Brightly' #podcast. He has dedicated 112 episodes to bringing more hope and resilience into the world. frontedgepublishing.com/celebrating-...
Celebrating 300,000 downloads of Howard Brown's weekly podcast
Howard Brown's inspiring Shining Brightly podcast amplifies the message of hope and resilience in his memoir, Shining Brightly.
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January 13, 2025 at 7:42 PM
I'm so pleased that my friend Howard Brown, despite battling life-and-death cancer again, has blown past 300,000 downloads for his 'Shining Brightly' #podcast. He has dedicated 112 episodes to bringing more hope and resilience into the world. frontedgepublishing.com/celebrating-...
Proud to publish #journalist Stephanie Fenton's 2025 #Calendar of Religious and Cultural #Holidays, #Festivals, and Observances. Over the years, this calendar has become a trusted mainstay for professionals who use it for their own communities. Remember the URL: www.InterfaithHolidays.com
2025 Interfaith Calendar of Holidays and Festivals
Holiday-and-Festival columnist Stephanie Fenton provides this overview of upcoming religious and cultural holidays and festivals.
www.InterfaithHolidays.com
January 7, 2025 at 5:20 PM
Proud to publish #journalist Stephanie Fenton's 2025 #Calendar of Religious and Cultural #Holidays, #Festivals, and Observances. Over the years, this calendar has become a trusted mainstay for professionals who use it for their own communities. Remember the URL: www.InterfaithHolidays.com
Honored to republish my own last interview with #JimmyCarter, focused on how biblical values shaped his life on a daily basis. readthespirit.com/explore/reme...
Remembering Jimmy Carter's deep faith in the Bible's call for peace
In this interview, former President Carter talks about his years of leading Bible studies that focus on the biblical mandate for peacemaking.
readthespirit.com
January 6, 2025 at 6:49 PM
Honored to republish my own last interview with #JimmyCarter, focused on how biblical values shaped his life on a daily basis. readthespirit.com/explore/reme...
Happy (early) #Epiphany, which is Monday but many churches celebrate today. We’re at #Clarkston United #Methodist today with family to hear my daughter the Rev Megan Walther preach.
January 5, 2025 at 4:03 PM
Happy (early) #Epiphany, which is Monday but many churches celebrate today. We’re at #Clarkston United #Methodist today with family to hear my daughter the Rev Megan Walther preach.
Biggest #Gourmet holiday disappointment was from the #NYTimes esteemed #Wirecutter, which we do respect. This time, they did us wrong by pushing these chips. At a family #dinner, we opened the can. Folks shook their heads, saying " #Lays or #BetterMade are better!"
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January 4, 2025 at 9:23 PM
Biggest #Gourmet holiday disappointment was from the #NYTimes esteemed #Wirecutter, which we do respect. This time, they did us wrong by pushing these chips. At a family #dinner, we opened the can. Folks shook their heads, saying " #Lays or #BetterMade are better!"
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