Robert Brimlow & Michael L. Budde 
Christianity Incorporated [PDF ebook] 
How Big Business is Buying the Church

These days ‘getting religion’ is generally considered a rather quaint thing of the past. ‘Getting spirituality, ‘ on the other hand, is the hottest thing on the market. In fact, corporate-sponsored spiritual salve is becoming the most popular prescription for the overworked and soul-weary employees. But for many Christians, this antidote has become its own epidemic. How is this epidemic infecting the church? How should the church respond as a community of believers?

According to authors Michael Budde and Robert Brimlow, the church must resist becoming the ‘chaplain to capitalism.’ Christianity Incorporated reminds us that Christ-centered discipleship is fundamentally at odds with consumer capitalist priorities. The church must have a mission and a voice in society that is distinct from, rather than in chorus with, watered-down corporate spirituality.

Christianity Incorporated is a wake-up call for all Christians. Courageous, current, and accessible, this book will provide guidance and insight to anyone concerned with pursuing Christian discipleship in our consumer culture.

About the author

Michael L. Budde is professor of Catholic studies and political science, and senior research professor in the Center for World Catholicism and Intercultural Theology (CWCIT) at De Paul University in Chicago. He is the author and editor of numerous books, including Foolishness to Gentiles: Essays on Empire, Nationalism, and Discipleship; The Borders of Baptism: Identities, Allegiances, and the Church; and The (Magic) Kingdom of God: Christianity and Global Culture Industries.