Church Interest

Churches are growing. This prophetic and inspirational handbook by church growth expert Bob Jackson explores a variety of growing churches to identify what is making the difference between them and churches which are static or declining.

We Welcome You is a comprehensive baptism preparation course to help parishes prepare families for their child's baptism and to discover the joyful start of a lifelong journey of faith.

The publication in early 2015 of the Church of England report on senior leadership, together with Lord's Green report on the nurture of talent, sparked an important debate about the nature of church leadership. Is it shaped principally by the church's biblical and theological traditions, and can the world of business contribute valuable insights? Part One includes the full text of the 'Senior Ch

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A comprehensive resource for conducting traditional and contemporary weddings in a convenient size that's easy to hold when officiating a wedding.

Contains the full text of the readings for each Sunday over the 3 reading years A, B, C. With psalms in line. 7.2 x 5 x 1.6 inches. The psalm is included inline within the pages for the week.

'I felt my heart strangely warmed.' That was how John Wesley described his transformational experience of God's grace at Aldersgate Street on May 24, 1738, an event that some mark as the beginning of the Methodist Church. Yet the story of Methodism, while clearly shaped by John Wesley's sermons and Charles Wesley's hymns, is much richer and more expansive.

What make Anglicanism distinctive and what draws Christians to it, even in turbulent times? This wide-ranging collection of individually authored essays includes contributions from Anglican scholars, 'grass-roots' Christians and church leaders, each

'Therefore go make disciples of all nations, baptising them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit.' Baptism: as an infant, as a believer and by the Holy Spirit. Michael Green provides a bold, clear examination of the different approaches, examining the biblical evidence and teaching for each one.

Through the Year with John Wesley refreshes and presents key passages from the theological and reflective writings of the Rev John Wesley, the renowned 'father of Methodism'

Through the Year with Charles Wesley offers a glimpse into the works of a great man whose legacy has survived the centuries, and which still influences modern hymnology.

Baptism is a very special moment in the Christian journey. It is a moment of awe and wonder, and of recognition that we are accepted by God and special in his sight.

Welcome to the Lord's Table is a fully revised edition of a highly successful programme, used in many churches and denominations throughout the UK. Rewritten for a new generation, it has been brought up to date, fully reflecting changes in both church process and church culture over recent years. New illustrations and new content will enhance the book's appeal and usefulness.

The story of William Clowes and the rise of Hull as the centre of the Primitive Methodist movement

Beginning a wonderful journey of love

In a time of political turbulence, and as the Welfare State totters under the strain in a country that has changed dramatically since 1945, Archbishop Justin Welby sets out to identify the values that will enable us to reimagine, and to enact, a more hopeful future.

The life of Susanna Wesley 1669-1742 is both intriguing and illuminating to explore. This book presents her life in ways that will astound the modern reader.

Baptism, weddings and funerals bring the Church of England into close contact with hundreds of thousands of people every year. The ministry offered by local churches at these key times of life has been the subject of a widespread study with the aim of fostering best practice and deepening theological and biblical understanding of the occasional offices.

This pack contains one copy of each of the 'Christenings' range of Baptism resources, allowing you to review the materials available and choose the most suitable items for your own ministry. Published by the Church of England.