This work presents the principal documents on Baptism in the first nine centuries, eastern and western, each with a brief introduction. It is useful as a source book for study and for the contemporary discussion about Christian initiation.
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What is distinctive about priesthood within the Christian church? This book argues that a contemporary understanding of priesthood within the church can only be discovered in the context of the whole people of God.
Prayers from the Eastern Orthodox churches can be traced back to apostolic times. These traditions have suffered persecution and the prayers can be used in private worship or as part of Western services.
St Wilfrid is one of the great saints of the seventh century. He was educated at the Irish monastery of Lindisfarne before spending some years at Lyon - where he was consecrated bishop - and in Rome. Some believe he came back an uncompromising supporter of Roman church customs, and attack him for uprooting the Celtic tradition by making the case against the Irish dating of Easter at the 'council' of Whitby. This work argues, however, that Wilfrid embraced early Christian spirituality in all its diversity, and was drawn into conflict only when he saw its fullness, its orthodox catholicity, threatened. An aristocrat, at ease in the exercise of power, he was equally at home in the service of the gospel.
A collection of liturgical material for use in rural parishes. These have been developed in line with new Common Worship liturgy of the Church of England and encompass community and agricultural festivals (e.g. Plough Sunday, Remembrance Day etc) celebrated in rural areas throughout the Church of England but not formally recognised within the church's calendar. Liturgies to celebrate the familiar festivals in ways relevant to rural communities are also included. The material is mainstream rather than alternative, and would be a useful contribution to 'times and seasons' material.
This text is based on research with those who have left churches but are nethertheless pursuing a journey of faith. Most of the church leavers interviewed for this text had been in their churches for over 15 years; most had held key leadership positions, and 40 per cent had been in full time theological study of church work. The text outlines how churches can help leavers and suggests a conversion between post-church groups and churches.
Denise Inge introduces a selection from Thomas Traherne's writing in this, the third volume in this series on seventeenth century spiritual writers. This volume will contain some biographical detail and historical context, the story of the discovery of his work as well as a discussion of its literary and spiritual power. The main body of the anthology will cover both well known works such as a selection from the Centuries and also excerpts from newer discoveries, including a recent find from Lambeth Palace Library. Thomas Traherne 1636?-1674 was schooled at Brasenose College, Oxford, was ordainded and served in the village of Credenhill, Herefordshire.
This work is based on Jonathan Gledhill's own experience of ministry, in particular at St Mary Bredin, Canterbury, which experienced spectacular and sustained growth under his leadership. Anecdotal in style, the book acts as a blueprint for any church leader wanting to create a busy, thriving church. The first part of the book discusses issues and definitions of leadership, power within the church and worship. This discussion forms the intellectual basis of the second section, which is about the practical aspects of leadership including sermon preparation, housegroups, youth and children, mission and evangelism, church planting, social responsibility and managing volunteers, money and buildings.
A textbook for students and general readers covering the history of the church since 1800. This new edition includes material on the developments of the past decade, in the area of women's ministry, the growth of Pentecostalism, and so on.
An account of the life and teaching of Paul, comparing the accounts in Acts with the accounts given by Paul himself in his earlier epistles. The author explores how much of the teaching of Jesus was known to Paul. He makes a strong case for the historical reliability of the gospel accounts and concludes that Paul was a faithful follower of Jesus (a view commonly disputed).
Science states that the universe will end in cosmic collapse. If so, can there be credible hope of a personal existence after death? In answering this, this work draws on science, culture, scripture and theology to consider what might be the grounds for hope in a destiny beyond death.
A major new biography and analysis of the life and work of John Wesley - his family, influences, contemporary context, friends and writings. Publication is scheduled to coincide with the celebrations to mark the 300th anniversary of John's birth, in May 2003. The writing will be popular, and will provide a good grounding for those coming new to the subject, and new information and fresh insights make it required reading for those already familiar with Wesley and his work.
This text explores views of Jesus in scholarship and in culture over the last two hundred years.
One of the greatest lyrical poets in Spanish of any age, St John of the Cross (1542-1591) enjoys an authoritative status as a theologian and teacher of the mystical road to union with God. St John of the Cross covers all his works, both poetry and prose, citing the original Spanish and providing English translations throughout. Its focus is firmly on the language through which he seeks to express the inexpressible and the theological insights he brings to the mystical way.
A practical approach to spirituality, Peter Ball's guide explains how the practice of spiritual direction involves a slowly growing relationship that usually works gently and gradually. It can open the way into quite new discoveries in the life of prayer and faith.
Today more people than ever are hungry for spirituality and community. But the most powerful and meaningful spirituality shows itself in action. Jim Wallis leads Call to Renewal, a dynamic new movement that is uniting politics and spirituality to ignite social change and overcome poverty. In this timely, exciting book, he shows how we can enrich our own lives by serving our communities. He compellingly demonstrates that going out and putting your faith to work is what really counts.
Laurie Green presents an overview of the history of urban ministry and notes what radical change has occurred in recent years. He then reflects on past and present urban development and ministry, in the light of the Gospels.
Today's church suffers a crisis of confidence as a result of pluralism, globalism, and postmodernity. Seasoned New Testament scholar Graham Twelftree's historical exploration of Luke's view of the church contributes to the current conversation about what the church is and should do. Twelftree draws together various strands in Luke's Gospel and the Acts of the Apostles to show Luke's profound influence on the church and explain Luke's thought regarding the church's origin, nature, purpose, and mission. A final chapter proposes Lukan conclusions to such debated questions as the relationship between church and salvation; the relationship between the Spirit, water baptism, and glossolalia in Christian initiation; the question of infant baptism; the character of worship; the interplay of Scripture and experience; church structure and leadership; and the nature of Christian mission.
Collected from around the UK, the prayers in this book are written mostly by young people for their contemporaries. The simple and direct language is chosen to remind readers of what real prayer is: open and honest conversation with God.
This work is aimed at children over seven years old, although it could be used by younger children with the help of an adult. It explains the outline of the Common Worship Eucharist and gives the words of the prayers so that children can actually join in.