Church Publishing imprint: 289 books
by Peter Ball
Language: English
Release Date: April 1, 2007
Language: English
Release Date: April 1, 2007
An overview of the distinctive Anglican tradition of spiritual guidance, looking at five centuries of history alongside an analysis of contemporary practice.
by Christopher L. Webber
Language: English
Release Date: January 1, 2000
Language: English
Release Date: January 1, 2000
This useful book falls in the category of resources for structuring liturgies to fit local occasions. In addition to seven complete vigil services inspired by the ancient monastic discipline of nighttime prayer and meditation, there are new models such as
by David Gortner
Language: English
Release Date: March 1, 2008
Language: English
Release Date: March 1, 2008
Provides models and spiritual practices to feed the growing hunger in our churches for good news.
Reweaving the Sacred
A Practical Guide to Change and Growth for Challenged CongregationsA Practical Guide to Change and Growth for Challenged Congregations
Language: English
Release Date: April 1, 2008
Ideal growth and development tool for small congregations in all mainline denominations Simple, clear exercises and techniques to help leaders and members pinpoint problems and claim and identify gifts and values of their shared history, in order to engage in a ministry of renewal, welcome, and growth...
by James Lemler
Language: English
Release Date: April 1, 2008
Language: English
Release Date: April 1, 2008
How can our patterns of congregational life and mission renew themselves and adjust to changing culture without selling out what Episcopalians stand for? How can local faith communities stay resilient and hopeful? What styles and practices of spirituality do most to enrich our mission? These are some...
What Is Christianity?
A Little Book of Guidance
Language: English
Release Date: August 1, 2017
• Esteemed former leader of the Anglican Communion distills the essence of the Christian faith • Overview from a scholar and pastor With clarity and insight, the former Archbishop of Canterbury takes the reader to the heart of what Christianity means for those who practice it and the hope it offers...
Graceful Nurture
Using Godly Play with Adults
Language: English
Release Date: June 1, 2017
Graceful Nurture, written by Rebecca McClain, a long-time "Godly Player" and member of the Godly Play Foundation Board, presents the case for the use of Godly Play with adults. Rebecca lays out four creative "courses" for adults: The Heavenly Banquet -- for preparing adults for...
Threshold of Discovery
A Field Guide to Spirituality in Midlife
Language: English
Release Date: January 17, 2019
• Thoughtful exploration of midlife spirituality through the prism of nature walks • Study questions for each section Roger Owens, facing a “dark night of the soul” as he turned forty and entered midlife, was encouraged by his spiritual director to think of it instead as a “threshold of...
by Thomas Pavlechko
Language: English
Release Date: April 1, 2008
Language: English
Release Date: April 1, 2008
A planning guide for the selection of hymns, songs, and anthems, for the three-year liturgical cycle following the Revised Common Lectionary.
Building Faith Brick by Brick
A Creative Way to Explore the Bible with Children
Language: English
Release Date: September 1, 2014
• Can be used in all settings and gatherings • Engages children with multiple learning styles using a familiar medium— LEGO® bricks Building Faith Brick by Brick offers a culturally relevant, hands-on way to explore faith stories with a broad range of ages. It grew out of one congregation’s...
Restreaming
Thriving in the Currents of Retirement
Language: English
Release Date: September 1, 2017
• Short, pithy reflections illumine all the issues involving retirement living. • Series of reflections, both personal and universal, that address key life issues and perspectives • All royalties from Restreaming will be be sent to the Children's school in Haiti Working with the metaphor of...
The Almost Daily eMOs
Mostly Reverent eMails
Language: English
Release Date: January 1, 2000
In the spirit of Internet slanguage, e-mails from Mother Barbara Crafton, known affectionately as "Mo." Crafton, are called "eMos." This collection of e-mail meditations has the immediacy of the Internet and a depth of theological thought that leave Crafton readers wanting more. She says of her eMos,...
Indaba!
A Way of Listening, Engaging, and Understanding across the Anglican Communion
Language: English
Release Date: February 1, 2017
Indaba! explores how communities can live together amid differences of view, backgrounds, cultures, and various demographic characteristics. Based on research of the Continuing Indaba and Mutual Listening project that spanned four continents (including North America), the book's purpose is to show...
How Shall We Pray?
Liturgical Studies Two
Language: English
Release Date: January 1, 2000
A significant collection of articles on expanding our language about God; compiled by Ruth A. Meyers for the Standing Liturgical Commission. Topics discussed include: theological, biblical, and historical perspectives on Supplemental Liturgical Materials;