Practicing Christians, Practical Atheists

“Skillfully blending sociology, philosophy, and theology, Phil Davignon brings readers timely new insights into the relationship between Christianity and culture. He reveals the power of the ordinary, secularly defined rhythms of daily life to form many Christians into practical atheists. To meet this challenge, Davignon sets forth the ways intentional Christian community, and the practices that comprise it, can serve as a compelling basis for Christian counter-formation—a counter-formation capable of meeting the challenges of our current context.”


—Perry L. Glanzer, editor-in-chief, Christian Scholar’s Review





“Phil Davignon’s work insightfully argues for the purposeful cultivation of the culture embedded in institutions and everyday practices. He sees this as a necessary complement of efforts in catechetical and intellectual formation for equipping Christian communities to thrive and evangelize in late modern times. Thought-provoking. An indispensable book for Christian religious leaders, educators, ministers, and parents.”


—Germain McKenzie, St. Mark’s College, Vancouver