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Margaret Guenther is one of the church’s most popular authors. With a wide and enthusiastic ecumenical audience, she is much in demand for retreats, conferences, diocesan conventions, and clergy days. In her new book, Guenther retells the “walking stories” of Scripture and unpacks the truths...

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;

The three chapters of Why Suffering? attempt to provide a gentle exploration of how we can respond to a complex issue that has baffled and bothered humanity throughout the ages: Why does a good, all-powerful, and loving God permit evil and suffering? The opening chapter examines the challenge in some...

• Addresses all 156 Gospel readings in the 3-year lectionary cycle • Provides basic exegetical summary and then concludes with humorous story or joke Spanning all 3 years of the lectionary cycle, this book provides a welcome tool for the renewal of preaching from the gospel readings. In a concise,...

As a missionary in the Sudan, amid unrest and war following Sudanese independence, Nikkel wrote these quasi-public letters -- missionary epistles --to his friends and supporters back home in the USA. These letters present a vivid picture of daily struggle in an impoverished, war-torn, but lavishly beautiful country.

Revised anniversary edition: When St. Benedict formed his first small community of monks at Monte Cassino on the hilltop, Italy--and much of Europe--was ravaged by war. The Roman Empire was breaking apart, and politics, cultural life, and even the Church, were all in disarray. In the midst of these...

This short book has a dual purpose and is aimed at two audiences: Through practical instruction and guidance, it equips bishops to minister effectively asthe chief pastor in the diocese, while helping clergy and congregations reduce the eternal anxiety around the words, "The bishop is coming."...

A series of brief essays, ideal for study groups, that explores the history of the Episcopal Church and its four cornerstones: tradition, experience, reason, and scripture.

Professor Adams' boldly original work on liturgy is a good read for all who understand the very centrality of worship in the Christian experience, and a must read for anyone planning liturgy. The author addresses the subject of the formation of liturgical ministry and its ministers. The reader is then encouraged to translate this understanding into liturgical practice.

In the Episcopal Church, the term Eucharistic Minister is used to denote someone who assists the priest with administering the Eucharist, often handling the wine. Ely offers historical perspective on this ministry, a theological overview, practical tips, plus an invitation to engage in the spiritual...

• Author distills a life-time of biblical research into an easy-to-understand survey of Jesus’ life, his mission, and his self-understanding • Both introduction and source of new insights Renowned New Testament scholar James Dunn investigates what is known about the historical Jesus and the reasons for his enormous impact—then and now.

Our lives are increasingly overscheduled, multi-tasking, and hectic. For everyone who could use more than 24 hours in a day (that is, most of us), John Pritchard explores the art and power of prayer and explains how to slow down enough to hear what God wants to say to us. A book for all who are curious about how to become more in tune with the Spirit.

• Historical perspective of the image of the cross as one of life instead of death • Resource for Lent, gaining a new understanding of Holy Cross Day and/or Hildegaard of Bingen What would Christianity be like if the principle of a new creation were its guiding idea, and the Cross as Life-Giving...

Preaching as Prophetic Calling is the twelfth in a series of books devoted to presenting examples of preaching excellence from parishes throughout the Episcopal Church. This volume addresses the difficult and essential area of preaching a prophetic word. What does a prophetic sermon look like without...