Christian Community Development Association (CCDA) is a network of Christians committed to seeing people and communities experience God’s shalom. For nearly 40 years, our association has shared the journey of seeing Christians fully engaged in the process of transformation in their communities.
Within our co-branded books, we prioritize learning from BIPOC and marginalized leaders, CCD practitioners, communities, theologies, and frameworks. We believe that as readers increase their knowledge of Christian Community Development philosophy and praxis, it will increase their capacity to live, neighbor, and advocate well alongside their community.
CCDA partners with InterVarsity Press to publish a line of co-branded books that align with both organizations’ shared values of justice and community development. Our partnership has helped shape key conversations in the church, whether on the topics of hands-on ministry or in the areas of justice, race, and reconciliation. All the authors of books in our co-branded collection are nationally recognized experts in the work of Christian Community Development.
Some Recent CCDA & IVP Co-Branded Books
You Were Never Meant to Lead Alone by E. K. Strawser
For the church to truly reflect the fullness of Christ, it must embrace the sharing of power. If you’re ready to reimagine ministry and build mature leadership in your church, start with You Were Never Meant to Lead Alone.
Front Porch Wisdom by Froswa’ Booker-Drew
Front Porch Wisdom focuses on faith and workplace journeys unique to women of color. Each chapter is an invitation to explore tools and insights tailored for nonprofit management, corporate environments, and beyond.
Plundered by David W. Swanson
Pastor and activist David Swanson knows that racial and environmental injustice share an origin story rooted in greed and oppression. In Plundered, he shows how Christians can restore our relationship with creation and each other.
Do you Want to Partner with CCDA and IVP?
Are you a CCDA member who has written a book that you think would be a good fit? Do you want to write a CCD-related book but don’t yet have a publisher?
Writing a book is hard; finding the right publisher can be even harder. A CCDA and IVP co-branded book is an opportunity for you to get your book out into the world, inspiring and connecting people to the life and community-changing work of Christian Community Development.
Here’s How it Works…
Step 1. Complete the proposal form.
Step 2. A CCDA staff member will review your submission.
Step 3. If your book aligns with CCDA’s vision, values, and mission and meets the co-branding guidelines, CCDA will refer the author to IVP to begin the IVP book proposal process.
Please note that submitting the form does not guarantee a referral to IVP, and submitting a book proposal does not guarantee publication.
FAQs
What if I already have a publisher or publishing contract?
Contact Mary Beth Meadows at marybeth at ccda.org.
What if I submitted my proposal to another publishing company?
You can still submit this inquiry form and begin the process of exploring a CCDA/InterVarsity Press co-branding opportunity.
How long will it take to hear back after I submit the form?
A CCDA team member will respond as soon as your proposal has been reviewed. Typically, you can expect a response within 8-12 weeks. If you have questions, you can reach out to marybeth@ccda.org.
I’m interested. Where do I begin?
If you are interested in getting started with writing but aren’t sure how, check out this resource: https://ccda.org/product/tell-your-story-effective-writing-for-ccd-work/. You can also reach out to Mary Beth at marybeth@ccda.org.
