Join us for a conversation with Jerry Aveta — retired civil servant, ordained minister, counselor, and author of When Liberty Enslaves. Drawing from his unique blend of engineering, leadership, and pastoral experience, Jerry shares the genesis of his book and how he wove together history, theology, politics, and human nature into one compelling narrative.
In this episode, we explore:
What pushed the idea from sermon or reflection into a full book
How he balanced scholarly rigor and pastoral voice
The meaning behind the paradoxical title When Liberty Enslaves
His writing challenges, routines, and surprises
Advice for writers tackling faith-informed social commentary
What’s next on his writing horizon
Connect with Jerry Aveta:
Website: FaithForTheTimes.net
YouTube: @FaithfortheTimes
Author profile: Kensington Row Authors – Jerry Aveta
Find his signed books at the Kensington Row Bookshop and/or come to BabyCat Brewery in Kensington on Sunday, October 19th, 2025 for Books and Brews from 12:30-2:30 p.m. and get your personal signed book.
