"Finally--something other than a lament about youth and consumer culture! The authors' positive-without-being-sappy view of young people underscores thoughtful analysis and effortless prose to remind us that faith communities have always had practices that counter the culture, and that now is the time to claim generosity as an antidote to wanton consumerism. Profoundly respectful, impressively multidimensional, and refreshingly practical, Roehlkepartain and his colleagues examine youthful generosity from many theological perspectives within Christian and Jewish communities. We can only hope that adults will sit up and take notice. Growing Up Generous is not just the only book of its kind; it's the most provocative resource for ministry with young people that I've read in years. " - Kenda Creasy Dean