London Book Launch: The Gratitude Way by Girma Bishaw

Rochelle Owusu-Antwi
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15 Sept 2025
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On Monday 6th October 2025, join us at Westminster Chapel, London, for the UK launch of The Gratitude Way, the inspiring new book by Girma Bishaw. This special evening will run from 6:00–9:00 pm and promises to be a powerful celebration of gratitude, reconciliation, and hope.

Why Gratitude Matters

In a world marked by division, resentment, and restlessness, Girma Bishaw offers a radical yet simple response: gratitude. In The Gratitude Way, he shows how gratitude is more than a polite “thank you.” It is a transformative posture that reshapes communities, heals relationships, and restores joy.

Drawing on his story as an Ethiopian refugee in the UK, as well as biblical wisdom and practical insight, Girma demonstrates how gratitude can become a framework for reconciliation and renewal in our lives and our societies.

Praise for The Gratitude Way

Endorsements for The Gratitude Way reflect its prophetic and pastoral significance:

‘... Prepare to be captivated, not only by Girma’s story and research, but by gratitude itself as you never considered it … until now.’

— Ellen L. Marmon, Ph.D., Professor of Christian Discipleship, Former Director of the Doctor of Ministry Program, Asbury Theological Seminary

‘Many of us think we understand gratitude, but Girma’s book blows our previous understandings out of the water. He powerfully and prophetically articulates why gratitude is the essential posture for thriving communities today. Drawing from a depth of reflection, research and lived experience, he powerfully presents gratitude as the best framework for reconciliation and community cohesion.’

— Andy Frost, Director at Share Jesus International; Chair at Mission Collective; Joint CEO for Gather Movement

‘Girma is my friend and as I’ve walked with him in good and hard times, I can say without exaggeration that Girma is one of the most beautiful souls I’ve ever known. That’s because he embodies what this book is about: gratitude as a way of life. By blending together his personal story, biblical reflection and pastoral application, Girma has given us all a much-needed primer on why and how we can become people whose lives are marked by gratitude. Read, enjoy and watch God fill you with gratitude!’

— Revd Dr Bijan Mirtolooi, Senior Pastor, Redeemer West Side, New York City