It's almost guaranteed: if you don't have ADHD yourself, you know and love someone who does. Katie Steele has written a book to help you understand what ADHD is and how to cope with it in yourself and others. But even more, she helps us see the gifts that come from being different from the norm in this way, especially in clergy and in churches. The book is intelligent, clear, winsome, and practical. I'm so grateful that Katie has shared her insights with us all ... whether we are neurotypical or neurodivergent.

Brian D. McLaren

Author of Faith After Doubt and The Last Voyage

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A profoundly explored and expertly researched account of the strengths and vulnerabilities of neurodivergent clergy women living out their pastoral callings within the gendered politics of Protestant church culture. An unparalleled and critically essential body of work.

Lynn M. Horan, PhD

Author, Dismantled: Abusive Church Culture and the Clergy Women Who Leave

and Inspirational Women Leaders: The Challenges and Rewards of Religion, Spirituality, Purpose, and Calling in Leadership

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Rev. Dr. Steele's research on the impact of neurodivergence and the practice of ministry will help lay and clergy leaders alike feel seen as they reflect upon their journey in better understanding how they lead. Her insights come from interviews with clergy who have learned how to manage and leverage their uniqueness, as well as her own lived experiences. Readers will be empowered to consider how to use flexibility, creativity, and positive intent to improve their leadership practices. This book is suitable for those who are neurodivergent, as well as those who seek to explore how to support colleagues and friends in ministry.

Rev. April Casperson

Methodist Theological School in Ohio

Deacon, West Ohio Conference of the United Methodist Church