In Among the Pots and Pans, Alex Early expertly presents recipes full of passion and soul and spirit. One aspect of this book I admire so much is its insistence that cooking is an activity that constantly brings us closer to family and friends. Alex's heart behind this is one that beats in rhythm with my own. This is exactly the reason why so many of us food lovers love foodit creates more time to spend with those we adore, and simultaneously makes the most of that very time.
Kristan Raines, author, creator of The Broken Bread
Bon Appetit! I never thought I would use those words to recommend a book of theology, but they are appropriate for Alex Earlys book, Among the Pots and Pans. This book is wonderful! Its painfully honest and fun. Its also biblically informative, doctrinally correct, and theologically insightful. Mix all of that with recipes and wonderful pictures, and youll find yourself hungry for foodand for grace and a deeper relationship with the One who cooked breakfast for his disciples and passed the bread and wine at the last supper. Read this book and share it with your friends.
Steve Brown, author of Laughter and Lament, broadcaster, and seminary professor
I have been shaped in many ways by Alex's intense empathy for others and his sensitivity to God's presence. He's also one of the funniest people I know. Hes never cooked me anything other than ramen noodles, but he's taught me so much about God. This book is uniquely and wonderfully reflective of my friend.
Steven Furtick, pastor, songwriter and music producer, and New York Times best-selling author
"There is something special about being in the kitchen with Alex Early. Its an experience of renewal, laughter, storytelling, creativity, and attentiveness. Time slows down, wisdom is shared, and in an atmosphere of welcome and hospitality, friendship is deepened. Among the Pots and Pans is that experience, captured in print. Its more than a cookbook. Its a pathway into the relational beauty we all long for most. This book is a manual for faithful presencesomething that Alex embodies more than anyone else I know."
Adam Ramsey, lead pastor at LibertiChurch, Gold Coast, Australia; director for Acts 29 Asia Pacific; author of Faithfully Present
More than just a cookbook, it's a heartfelt journey into the warm and hospitable world of Alex Early. His book is an ode to the intimate spaces found in our lives and homes, especially the kitchen, where food and conversation come together to create lasting bonds. Alex invites us into this space, revealing the beauty found amid the pots and pans. He doesn't just share recipes; he shares a piece of himself. He extends an invitation to experience the joy of cooking, the joy of sharing, and the joy of life itself. Lets eat!
Kris McDaniel, lead pastor of Trinity Anglican Church, host of Renewing the Center podcast
I met Dr. Patrick Alex Early when we were young men, full of answers but short on wisdom. Watching him become the man he is over nearly twenty years of friendship has been a gift and a wonder to behold. He is an incredible husband and father, a gifted communicator, a brilliant theologian, and an excellent cookthe person I enjoy cooking with most. Alex has poured his heart and soul into this manifesto on life and how to live it, complete with phenomenal recipes. I know you will be blessed.
Leonce B. Crump Jr., pastor, author, activist, ragamuffin
In the delightful pages of Among the Pots and Pans, my friend Alex Early serves up a hearty blend of humor, grace, and profound wisdom. As a pastor relishing the joys of cooking, he takes preaching the grace of God seriously but also wants to master the perfect pancake flip. From navigating icebergs in relationships to finding God in the grocery store, Earlys book is a feast of relatable stories and delicious recipes, sprinkled with the reminder that the blessings of lifes richness often simmer in the ordinary. So, grab a seat, savor the grace, and lets waste some time with him.
Justin S. Holcomb, Episcopal bishop, seminary professor, and author
Every bands dream is to have a pastor/chef. When Kings Kaleidoscope needs a family meal, we call Alex.
Chad Gardner, Kings Kaleidoscope
