Book Launch and Program - Second Presbyterian Church

Book Launch & Program with David Zahl

The Big Relief: The Urgency of Grace for a Worn-Out World

Tuesday, April 29 | 6:45 P.M. | Second Presbyterian Church, Roanoke

Spend an evening with author David Zahl as he introduces his latest book, The Big Relief: The Urgency of Grace for a Worn-Out World.

On Tuesday, April 29 at 6:45 p.m., join author David Zahl as he explores the beauty and depth of God’s grace afresh. He will outline how grace provides deep relief from the accelerating demands that characterize so much of modern life. Throughout the evening, David will draw on personal stories, cultural examples, and the witness of Scripture to bring this message to life. And, of course, don’t forget to bring your sense of humor!

The book launch will take place in the sanctuary of Second Presbyterian Church, located at 214 Mountain Ave, SW, Roanoke, VA 24016.

Additionally, books will be available for purchase at the event. We hope to see you there!

About the Author | David Zahl

David Zahl is the founder and director of Mockingbird Ministries, editor-in-chief of the Mockingbird blog site, and co-host of both The Mockingcast and The Brothers Zahl podcasts. He and his family live in Charlottesville, Virginia, where he also serves on the staff of Christ Episcopal Church. Zahl is the author of Seculosity: How Career, Parenting, Technology, Food, Politics, and Romance Became Our New Religion and What To Do About It and Low Anthropology: The Unlikely Key to a Gracious View of Others (and Yourself). His next book, The Big Relief: The Urgency of Grace for a Worn-Out World comes out in April 2025 from Brazos Press. His writing has been featured in The Washington Post, Christianity Today, and The Guardian, among other venues.

This evening is offered as part of the Kittye Susan Trent Symposium for Newly Ordained Ministers. The symposium is made possible by a grant from the Kittye Susan Trent Fund of Second Presbyterian Church.