I certainly don’t have all the answers about why men don’t go to church, but David Murrow tries to offer some explanation in this book. His main thesis is that he thinks men don’t think church is masculine. “(M)en want to know God, but they want nothing to do with church.” Perhaps this is a true statement, but it seems like men and women alike have this problem. Of course, I agree with Murrow that most active members in a church are female, but I don’t think it’s because men have a “religion of masculinity” (in his words). The bottom line is, that men who choose not to go to church while their wives do, simply don’t like God as he may be manifesting himself in that congregation. This is aside from those who have had terrible experiences with churches or the Church in their past. I guess my problem is with Murrow’s thesis is that you can’t suggest that you know the reason men don’t go to church. This must be taken on a case-by-case basis. I can appreciate the gender issues he addresses, and can certainly agree about making church a delightful, satisfying experience. I am thankful Murrow takes up the issue though, and think that his interest and efforts help to fill a void in this area resources.