Fortress Press

"Here is the catechism for which we have been waiting, one whose roots are, quite remarkably, as equally in a catholic as in a dissenting heritage. The author offers us a highly readable account of the basic principles of the Christian faith which is guided by the summary in the Book of Hebrews, informed by the historic creeds, touched by the style of C. S. Lewis, fired by the prophetic passion of William Blake and shaped by the narrative spirituality of Bunyan. Whether they are young disciples about to be baptized or mature church members, readers will find their faith and imagination nourished by a book which is wise in doctrine and far-sighted in its vision."

"Curtis Freeman has found his place in a long tradition of Christian leaders--from Anselm to C.S. Lewis--who teach others about the faith through the art of the letter. Freeman develops an accessible tool for catechesis that takes seekers on a journey. He has written an apologetic for the faith that will no doubt form the faithful for years to come."

"Curtis Freeman has composed a wonderful book of basic Christian teaching that is timely, accessible and gracious. It is timely because free church people are at last beginning to realize how much has been lost by abandoning older classics of instruction and need something to fill the gap. It is highly accessible, written not to impress academics, but without condescension, in prose an intelligent child of ten can understand. It is gracious in the author's humble and loving tone, his rich but distilled wisdom blessedly free of self-righteousness. This book will be a godsend for parents, grandparents and even pastors."

"What Curtis Freeman has accomplished with Pilgrim Letters is important. This catechism is open and accessible to a broad spectrum of travelers along the Christian way. Very insightful, and helpful."

"Christian disciples are made, not born. There is an apprenticeship to be completed-- practices undertaken, skills learned, disciplines acquired, knowledge deepened, habits formed, and relationships sustained--if heart, mind, body and soul are truly to be devoted to our heavenly Father. Charged with imagination and wisdom this gem of a book suggests where we might begin and helps us take the first steps."