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Advance Comment
A Little Left
of Center
"What a fascinating glimpse into
the life and times of a respected editor in the Mennonite
Church! Along the way we get an insider’s view on
church politics, wry comments on matters large and small,
funny anecdotes, and theological musings.
"Just as Dan remembers the phone
call from Paul Erb that led to his service at Mennonite
Publishing House, I too
remember—vividly—Dan’s phone call to me to
join him with Gospel Herald as managing editor.
"He is an unforgettable character,
and this book brings him to life—whether you knew
Dan personally or through his editorials. I probably
averaged two chuckles a page.
—Steve Shenk, Director of Communications,
Eastern Mennonite University
"Here Dan Hertzler tells about
life—his life, congregational life, and
institutional life in the Mennonite Church. In his
off-hand yet direct style Hertzler lets us in on the
fascinating, occasionally messy, yet richly rewarding
story of his adventures from a Depression farm boy to the
inner reaches of the Mennonite Church.
"Touches of dry humor and an
ability to cut quickly to the heart of a situation are
gifts that help make this a fascinating read to those who
wonder what ‘really happened.’ As a long-time
editor and writer Hertzler gives readers a first-person
account of the way of publishing in the Mennonite Church
during his era and the way it developed. It is a story
told with deep appreciation but also with candor and
honesty."
—Wayne North, Retired Pastor, Harrisonburg,
Virginia
"Hertzler deftly weaves together
personal narrative, institutional history, zesty
anecdotes, and pearls of wisdom. This is more than an
editor's memoir—it's a window into recent ecclesial
and theological dynamics in the Mennonite church, and
into social transformations in twentieth-century North
American life.
"Dan mentored a generation of us
into writing for denominational publications and hence
into deeper commitments to the church, thereby extending
his editorial impact beyond what any one person could
accomplish alone. This memoir is a testimony to his
humble spirit, graceful nurturing, and thoughtful
discernment."
—Keith Graber Miller, Professor of Bible,
Religion, and Philosophy, Goshen (Ind.) College
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