My Big Story Bible takes the adventure of reading a children's Bible to a new level. As you'd expect from Tom Wright, the narrative bursts with lively storytelling and a deep love for the original scriptures, while the vibrant illustrations on every page will delight young readers and help them to imaginatively understand the key events of the Bible.
Christian Political Witness in an Age of Totalitarian Terror and Dysfunctional Democracies In Jesus and the Powers Tom Wright and Michael F. Bird join forces to address the pressing question: How can Christians engage with the turbulent politics of our times while remaining true to the teaching and example of Jesus?
On Mission with Jesus offers a theological understanding of the missional nature of the church, which will undergird and inform local practice and assist ministerial and pioneer training. Its central argument is that the Church’s inherited understanding of itself imprisons the imagination of local congregations and in ten chapters, Changing the Default Setting of the Church
Stephen Cottrell’s joyful and vibrant book puts mission and evangelism back to the top of the agenda for Catholics and Christians of every tradition. Cottrell’s approach is realistic, generous, inclusive and creative. He describes God’s vision for an evangelising church that will embrace Christians of every tradition, and looks at practical ways of developing structures and ministries that will es
The burgeoning missional church movement is a sign that believers are increasingly feeling the call to impact their communities, which is a good thing. But, says Alan J. Roxburgh, these conversations still prioritize church success over mission--how can being missional grow my church? But to focus on such questions misses the point.
'Post-Quarantine Church' is a trustworthy and respected guide for pastors, Thom Rainer and his Church Answers team provide encouragement and vision to pastors, shining a light on the urgent challenges and opportunities.
In every walk of life, the COVID-19 pandemic has presented challenges and opportunities like never before. For Christian ministry, it has forced us to get out of our buildings and find God in the wild.
How do we embrace and work out our call to be disciples in a broken world? In The Contemplative Struggle Ian Cowley sets the central themes of the gospel of John alongside each other – abiding in Christ, conflict, light and darkness, obedience, lovin
Mission: Send takes a fresh look at what it means to communicate the message of hope to a post-truth culture, in the power of the spirit, keeping our focus on the essential truths of the Gospel.
There is a huge need for churches to be more inclusive – some might be more inclusive in some areas than others (both in attitude and resources), but on the whole this is a massive failing of churches. Most church leaders recognise this failing but lack the resources and understanding to effect meaningful change.
There is a huge need for churches to be more inclusive – some might be more inclusive in some areas than others (both in attitude and resources), but on the whole this is a massive failing of churches. Most church leaders recognise this failing but lack the resources and understanding to effect meaningful change.
There is a huge need for churches to be more inclusive - some might be more inclusive in some areas than others (both in attitude and resources), but on the whole this is a massive failing of churches. Most church leaders recognise this failing but lack the resources and understanding to effect meaningful change.
Working with the wisdom of the congregation This book focuses on the role and nature of the local church/congregation rather than on the work of ordained ministers or lay people. Written by an experienced practitioner it will help readers - both lay and ordained - understand their congregation better.
Sometimes Christians assume that people 'out there' are eager to listen to what the Church has to offer. But why should those we try to evangelize want to hear the gospel?
In Simply Good News, Tom Wright presents you with a fresh look at the Gospel, explaining why Jesus' message really is 'good news' and why it is even more timely and transforming today than at any time in Christian history.
Ten years on from their first book, 'Evangelism: Which way now?' - still a valued and much recommended resource - Mark Ireland and Mike Booker aim to take people a step further.
The recent Church Growth Research (see www.churchgrowthresearch.org.uk) identifies that the successful transmission of faith to children and young people is a key factor in stemming decline and promoting growth. This book explores the cultural and theological reasons as to why this is the case and makes research-based recommendations for the faith formation of children and young people.
Christian Life in a new, fresh, light. Know for both his eloquence and insight, the former Archbishop of Canterbury Rowan Williams follows up his acclaimed pastoral guide, Being Christian, with a new book which leads into the next steps of faith: Being Disciples.