"At a time when the word 'border' is synonymous with racist political theater, Kathleen McCallie shares a remarkable story about the redemptive work of JustHope in Nicaragua. Determined to avoid paternalistic charity syndrome, or 'poverty tourism,' McCallie tells the story of an organization whose goal is 'solidarity ethics.' Better yet, she tells it as a witness and a worker herself--doing theology on the ground, not just in the faculty lounge. Read it." --Robin Meyers, pastor, First Congregational Church UCC, Norman, Oklahoma " Spirituality beyond Borders is a careful, clear-eyed, and incisive account of JustHope's transnational partnerships seeking transformative justice for communities in both the U.S. and Nicaragua. It is rich with thick descriptions of the disruptive work of encounter across borders.

Through powerful storytelling and centering local voices, Kathleen McCallie gives us a playbook of the hard, heartbreaking, and heart-opening work of imagination and hope." --Amy Oden, adjunct professor of early church history and spirituality, Saint Paul School of Theology "In Spirituality beyond Borders , Kathie McCallie invites readers on a journey with her students to Nicaragua to collaborate with JustHope and the community of Chacraseca. Readers are privy to the hard work necessary to create partnerships rooted in justice, intentional solidarity, action, and reflection. Along with those who take this journey, I found myself spiritually transformed. This book is an excellent model for groups hoping to build healthy and long-lasting solidarity with communities across borders." --Deborah A. Appler, professor of Hebrew Bible, Moravian Theological Seminary.