Business, Economics, and Theology: Working for the Holistic Flourishing of CreationBudgeting for A Healthy Church: Aligning Finances with Biblical Priorities for Ministry, Jamie Dunlop, Zondervan, 2019 (ISBN 978‐0‐310‐09386‐2), 176 pp., pb $14.99The Economics of Neighborly Love: Investing in Your Community's Compassion and Capacity, TomNelson, IVP, 2017 (ISBN 978‐0‐8308‐4392‐3), x + 222 pp., pb $16A Catholic Spirituality for Business: The Logic

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AbstractHow does one practice the Christian faith commitment through financial management or business? The three books in this review respond to this question from three perspectives: from a macroeconomic perspective, the perspective of pastoral ministry within a Christian church, and the perspective of working within more pluralistic and non‐sectarian organizations. This piece focuses on three key takeaways from the books: first, all three argue for a proper use of resources in a way that cares for the well‐being of creation, especially the most marginalized, while also giving concrete principles to reflect on and apply depending on the context one finds themselves in. Second, all three also discuss the importance of both individual effort and structural change. Lastly, all three books offer some insight into handling conflict in decision making in organizations.