Transforming Austin - A God Story

How does a city known as the atheist capital of the world become the worship capital of the world? What has to happen to move pastors from working in isolation behind their own church walls to joining in a unified thrust to change their city? This is an account of transformation, exploring how God takes individuals, with passion for His purpose, and molds them into groups that grow into movements. Our story winds through history, spotlighting men and women who have been forerunners and spark plugs, and shining light on the principles of transformation they discovered. This book is not meant to glorify a city in Texas, but rather to call attention to how the Lord changes cities and to help you focus on how He wants to change yours. About the Author: Thana Rolph grew up in rural Kansas. She taught high school English while raising three daughters. After the youngest daughter left for college, Thana and her husband Dick embarked upon a God adventure that has never ended. They helped smuggle Bibles into China, participated in a Discipleship Training School with Youth with a Mission, helped start a church in their home town, ran a Bible school in Mexico, taught pastors’ seminars in Kenya, and were on church staff in Austin for several years. Thana is currently on staff with Austin Bridge Builders Alliance in Austin.