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Buddhist Publication Society,Sri Lanka Buddhist Nuns: Birth and Development of a Women's
Book SynopsisThe book explores the origins and development of the Community of Buddhist Nuns founded by the Buddha in the 5th century BCE. It delves into their way of life, practices, and pursuit of Nibbana through poverty, chastity, and obedience as outlined in the Pali canon texts.
£9.89
HarperCollins Publishers Inc The Church
Book SynopsisA history of the Roman Catholic church''s influence and power offers additional insight into how the church views itself and its relationship to the world, in a chronicle that explores such topics as the idea of the pope''s infallibility, the celibacy of priests and the barring of women from the priesthood. Reprint. 10,000 first printing.
£999.99
Oxford University Press Move
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£57.95
Oxford University Press Sophronius of Jerusalem and SeventhCentury Heresy
Book SynopsisSophronius' Synodical Letter was was read out at the Sixth Ecumenical Council in 680-1, and provided the only sustained rebuttal of the monoenergist doctrine. This is the first publication of the letter in annotated translation alongside the original Greek. Includes a comprehensive introduction and further documents on the monoenergist doctrine.Trade Review[an] excellent book * L.R. Wickham. The Journal of Theological Studies *Table of ContentsI: SOPHRONIUS AND HIS SYNODICAL LETTER ; TEXTS AND TRANSLATIONS ; II: THE SYNODICAL LETTER ; III: A MONOENERGIST DOSSIER ; BIBLIOGRAPHY ; INDEXES
£157.50
Oxford University Press The Religious Crisis of the 1960s
Book SynopsisThe 1960s were a time of explosive religious change. In the Christian churches it was a time of innovation, from the ''new theology'' and ''new morality'' of Bishop Robinson to the evangelicalism of the Charismatic Movement, and of charismatic leaders, such as Pope John XXIII and Martin Luther King. But it was also a time of rapid social and cultural change when Christianity faced challenges from Eastern religions, from Marxism and feminism, and above all from new ''affluent'' lifestyles. Hugh McLeod tells in detail, using oral history, how these movements and conflicts were experienced in England, but because the Sixties were an international phenomenon he also looks at other countries, especially the USA and France. McLeod explains what happened to religion in the 1960s, why it happened, and how the events of that decade shaped the rest of the 20th century.Trade Reviewa penetrating analysis of religious change in the long 1960s... The book stands out above other similar publications in clarity of argumentation and depth of understanding... Reading this book is an enriching experience, making the reader wiser. * Andrzej Bronk, Anthropos *It is rare to come across a monograph which covers major social and ideological changes in a decade of transition in a comprehensive, readable and authoritative way. This is one of those gems... The Religious Crisis of the 1960s deserves to become a modern classic. * Gerd-Rainer Horn, The English Historical Review *This excellent book provides further evidence of a recent historiographical shift in the treatment of the 1960s... furnishing a more complex and nuanced portrait of change in the sixties and providing a reliable platform for further work on the part of sociologists and historians as they attempt to assess the recent history of the churchesin the West. * Duncan Dormer, THEOLOGY *Table of ContentsIntroduction ; 1. The Decline of Christendom ; 2. Late Christendom ; 3. The Early Sixties ; 4. Aggiornamento ; 5. Affluence ; 6. New Worlds ; 7. 1968 ; 8. Sex, Gender, and the Family ; 9. The Crisis of the Church ; 10. From 'Christian Country' to 'Civilized Society' ; 11. The End of Christendom? ; Conclusion
£39.42
Yale University Press Black Christians and White Missionaries
£23.77
Zondervan 7 Deadly Sins of Women in Leadership
Book SynopsisUnleash your leadership by identifying and overcoming the limitations you place on yourself in the workplace. Women are called by God to flourish in areas of leadership. And for the first time in modern history, women are making their way into strategic positions of influence and leadership within the ministry, public, corporate, charity and voluntary sectors.Certainly, there are still external disadvantages that women leaders face in the professional world, and there''s still a lot of work to do. But there are internal hinderances, too, and those you can take charge of today.In 7 Deadly Sins of Women in Leadership, Kate Coleman considers what lies at the root of the many challenges facing today''s leaders—women and men—and proposes ways of dealing with them. Effective leadership starts with you. Based on her 35 years of leadership experience, Kate explains how you can:Overcome limiting
£12.34
Zondervan The Aspiring Leaders Guide to the Future
Book SynopsisYou may not hold a position of leadership or think of yourself as a leader. But if you want to create, change, or impact the world around you—even in a modest way—then you''re guided by a leader''s impulse and shaped by a leader''s principles.You are an aspiring leader. But the fact is that you''ve come to this role at a time when leadership—like everything else—is rapidly changing...and too many leaders are addressing the problems of today and tomorrow with the style and substance of yesterday''s leadership. We need an update.In The Aspiring Leader''s Guide to the Future, Clay Scroggins (author of How to Lead When You''re Not in Charge) explores nine new principles of leadership that will help leaders adapt to a changing world and work culture, such as: Today''s leaders lean into vulnerability. Today''s leaders develop relationships primarily around trust. Tod
£14.24
Zondervan When Women Lead
Book SynopsisMuch of what men and women both think about women, gender differences, and cultural norms is remarkably under-processed. Without the benefit of intentional conversation about the barriers women face, most women are left to enter the world of leadership with inadequate awareness and resources. The acknowledgement of a woman''s right to leadership is only the first step. We have not yet addressed the very common barriers women face when they enter the leadership arena, nor have we explored practical solutions to help them navigate those barriers so they can lead effectively.Women need to know that unrealistic optimism is a recipe for failure. Simply by acknowledging constraints to success, then exploring strategies to enhance leadership skills, we can help women take greater authority over their call to live out of a God-given identity and giftedness.When Women Lead is for men and women who advocate for female leadership within the Church. When women arTrade Review'Carolyn Moore captures the blessings and the struggles of being a woman in leadership, especially those who are strong in egalitarian and orthodox theology. She faithfully engages Scripture, her personal experience, cultural norms, and the latest sociological research. She carefully walks through the deficits women face in leadership roles and provides a roadmap for female leadership that is not defensive or tentative. This book challenged me and strengthened my ability to live out my calling to leadership within the church.' * LEAH HIDDE-GREGORY, executive director of the Smith Center for Evangelism, Mission & Church Growth *'Carolyn Moore writes out of a deep well of experience describing the challenges and opportunities for women in Christian leadership. She begins by providing a biblical, theological understanding of women's leadership and then discusses many of the practical implications of the biblical case she makes. I enthusiastically recommend this book for women and men who want to know more about women's leadership in the life of the church.' * DAVID WATSON, academic dean and vice president for academic affairs, United Theological Seminary *'Carolyn Moore, in When Women Lead, has blessed the church by giving us a remarkable and practical road map for effective ministerial leadership as a woman empowered and blessed by God. This book is stunningly honest about the obstacles but equally hopeful about the possibilities when the church empowers all for ministry. I encourage pastors and laypersons alike to read this book, which is an honest story of one woman's journey and also points to a larger pathway which all women called by God for pastoral leadership can joyfully follow.' * TIMOTHY C. TENNENT, PhD, president, Asbury Theological Seminary *'I want to get this book into the hands of all our women pastors--and all of our men, too! Equipped with research, we all can be better prepared for the unique obstacles that accompany women's opportunities. We will all have realistic expectations so hardships can be faced in a healthy way by everyone involved--the female pastor, her family, her congregation and its leaders, and her supervisors. I highly recommend When Women Lead!' * LINDA ADAMS, bishop, Free Methodist Church *'In a carefully written and engaging work, Carolyn Moore invites all Christians of whatever tradition to think through the timely issue of women in ministry in terms of both barriers and the strategies to overcome them. Developing a powerful theological argument by going back to the basics of Genesis 1-3, and thereby grounding the dignity and authority of women in ministry in nothing less than the glorious image of God, Moore is able to rightly connect the universal call to ministry from the Old Testament image of God to the New Testament proclamation of the universality of the gospel itself, especially as it is expressed in terms of Galatians 3:28. Moore's concluding counsel to a discouraged female minister toward the end of the book is poignant, gripping, and full of godly wisdom. I highly recommend this much-needed work.' * KENNETH COLLINS, professor, Asbury Theological Seminary *'Into a 'manning up and womaning down' world, Carolyn Moore speaks a profoundly prophetic and pastoral word to the body of Christ about the calling and gifting of women for spiritual leadership. In When Women Lead, she champions a partnership between women and men for kingdom work.' * JORGE ACEVEDO, pastor, Grace Church *'This is the book the church has needed--a book about women leading in the church that has no agenda other than a kingdom-advancing agenda. Carolyn's excellent work confronts our short-sighted, misguided, and confining moves that have kept half of Christ's ambassadors on the sidelines for too long. However, Carolyn's most significant contribution is in leading us in ways that we can take corrective steps so women can flourish as leaders and the kingdom of Christ can advance more fully. Many women will read this book. Every man should read this book.' * BRIAN COLLIER, pastor, The Orchard Church *
£999.99
Zondervan Uncharted Leadership
Book SynopsisMinistry is complicated, and every leadership challenge is unique. How can you lead effectively when there isn''t a clear path forward?Real life ministry is complicated--far more complicated than is typically captured in leadership books. There are moving parts and people who require adept, agile, adaptive leadership. Unlike technical challenges with a clear or known solution, adaptive challenges are complex and dynamic, requiring creative leaderships. Adaptive leadership is art, not science. It is an exercise in wisdom, not just knowledge. It requires leaders to ascertain the issues, values, and stakes unique to a given situation, to consider the potential courses of action, and decide which courses are best.The case study method is a proven and effective tool to help leaders chart their course by learning from complex, real-life situations. Leaders learn to integrate multiple leadership strategies and concepts by reading and reflecting on multiple case studies, helpiTrade Review'Angie Ward has made a significant contribution to leadership studies. Looking back on twenty years of teaching leadership at a seminary, I wish I had such a resource to prepare my students for the realities of ministry. Uncharted Leadership also would have been a great help for my years as a pastoral leader. To survive and succeed, especially in these times, leaders need the guidance of these case studies. The questions and commentary invite the reader to engage and wrestle with each one. There is so much wisdom in the core themes Ward identifies in the conclusion. This is a necessary read for anyone courageous enough to step into ministry and determined to create and sustain a healthy environment.' * John E. Johnson, associate professor of pastoral theology, Western Seminary, Portland, Oregon; author, Rooted Leadership: Seeking God’s Answers to the Eleven Core Questions Every Leader Faces *'Angie Ward has provided a stunning reference book for ministry leaders in Uncharted Leadership. She provides detailed case studies for any situation a ministry leader might encounter. She also provides helpful questions, commentary, updates that change your point of view, and resources for that particular issue. Leadership can be isolating and is becoming more difficult in rapidly changing times, but Angie is once again a trusted voice of wisdom, providing a rich resource to help us navigate.' * Steve Cuss, lead pastor, Discovery Christian Church, Denver, Colorado; author, Managing Leadership Anxiety: Yours and Theirs *'As Angie points out early in this book, classrooms cannot fully prepare us for the joys, pitfalls, and challenges of leadership. At some point, we all find ourselves wishing we could have 'known then what we know now.' This important book will fast-forward your leadership perspective by placing in your hands the invaluable gift of others' experiences. Each page provides timely insights and ground-level applications every leader needs to move forward with confidence and clarity.' * Meredith King, author, Immovable: Reflections to Build Your Life and Leadership on Solid Ground; founder, True to Life Ministries; leadership and nonprofit strategist *'Dr. Angie Ward's new book, Uncharted Leadership, takes a unique approach to leadership in the church. Rather than the usual 'look how I lead' or 'here's some great leadership advice' perspectives, Dr. Ward presents true-to-life examples of leadership crises in church settings and then lets the reader wrestle with the implications. It is an engaging and thought-provoking approach, similar to a pilot spending time in a flight simulator. I highly recommend Uncharted Leadership for people just entering ministry and for seasoned ministry professionals looking to grow in their leadership.' * Geoff Surratt, founder, Ministry Together *'Every pastor, elder, deacon, and ministry leader needs to read Uncharted Leadership. Angie Ward takes the reader on a journey through twenty real-life, messy church scenarios and then a series of crucial questions that help teams make biblical, God-honoring decisions to help the church flourish instead of self-destruct. This book comes at the perfect time after years of complexity and chaos. Think you are good at asking critical questions? Uncharted Leadership will take you to the next level. It helped our entire pastoral team become better critical thinkers and question askers.' * Judy West, pastor, staff, and leadership at The Crossing (a multisite church in St. Louis); leader of WXP (Women’s Executive Pastor) Network *'This is an immensely practical book on adaptive leadership. Dr. Ward brilliantly weaves real-life, thought-provoking case studies together with compelling questions that guide readers to clarify their own values for addressing adaptive leadership challenges. For newer and seasoned leaders alike, Uncharted Leadership is an excellent resource for honing one's adaptive-leadership skills.' * Lisa Rodriguez-Watson, national director, Missio Alliance *'Through the years, Angie Ward has been an inquisitive, thoughtful, and insightful writer, providing leaders with proven, practical understanding. In Uncharted Leadership, Angie again delivers with case studies from which entire teams will benefit through chapter-by-chapter review and topical discussion. Pastors who wish to lead churches out of stagnation or the management of decline need to leave behind twentieth-century metrics and position themselves today with tomorrow in mind. If that's your need or desire, this book can help.' * Mark DeYmaz, directional leader, Mosaic Church of Central Arkansas and Mosaix Global Network; author, Building a Healthy Multiethnic Church and The Coming Revolution in Church Economics *'Uncharted Leadership is a valuable tool to help potential leaders navigate the challenges that often come with leading. This book gives us a front-row seat to learn from others through twenty invaluable case studies that will help anyone seeking to be a successful and impactful leader go farther, faster.' * Carrie Williams, CEO of Leadership Network *'Uncharted Leadership is an incredible developmental tool for expanding your ability to adapt and lead through tumultuous times. Dr. Angie Ward is a leadership and ministry expert who uses real-life case studies to draw insightful conclusions and stretch our thinking. Whether you use this book on your own or (even better!) with your team, you will walk away a stronger and more effective leader.' * Kadi Cole, leadership consultant, executive coach, and author of Developing Female Leaders (www.kadicole.com) *
£999.99
Zondervan Adventures in Churchland Finding Jesus in the Mess of Organized Religion
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£12.34
Zondervan RealTime Connections Linking Your Job with Gods Global Work
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Zondervan Parade of Faith
Book SynopsisPart storybook, part textbook, part historical overview, Parade of Faith presents the history of Christianity in riveting fashion. Ruth Tucker adopts the metaphor of a parade, journey, or pilgrimage to explore the history of Christianity, which began as the Messiah marched out of the pages of the Old Testament and will end one day when “the saints go marching in” to the New Jerusalem. The book is divided into two chronological groupings: first, the advent of Christianity until the German and Swiss Reformations; second, the Anabaptist movement and Catholic Reformation until the present-day worldwide expansion of the church. Yet, ultimately the topic matter is not movements, dates, or a stream of facts, but instead people—people who still have stories to tell other Christians. And with a little help from clues to their own contexts, they can still speak clearly today. This book is laid out systematically to showcase the biographies of such prominent figures within th
£19.79
Bloomsbury Publishing (UK) Belief and Unbelief in Medieval Europe
Book SynopsisJohn H. Arnold is Professor of Medieval History at Birkbeck College, University of London. He is also the successful author of History: A Very Short Introduction.Trade Review'... by focusing on the laity over and extended period of time, he is able to highlight the multiple meanings, functions and even levels of religious belief (or unbelief) in medieval society. In so doing, Arnold presents a much more complicated picture of the so-called 'Age of Faith', and one which will be welcomed by specialist and student audiences alike.' The Journal of the Historical Association 'This is an ambitious book. In it, John H. Arnold presents a new and challenging way of interpreting the history of lay religious practices between 1000 and 1500 and the ways in which those practices interacted with the official positions of the church hierarchy.' H-France Review
£32.99
Lulu.com ADVANCED CHURCH MANAGEMENT FOR GROWTH
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Lulu.com The Acts of the Apostle Thomas
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Not Stated Voices of Silence
Book SynopsisA blend of case history, anecdote, history, and spiritual quest, this intimate and fascinating look at the world''s oldest and most reclusive monastic order provides a rare understanding of day-to-day Trappist existence.
£13.50
Taylor & Francis Ltd Catholic Schools
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Oikos Books They Want Me To Be An Elder What Do They Do
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Amazon Digital Services LLC - Kdp Mene Mene Tekel Upharsin
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£12.51
iUniverse Standing in the Light A Parishioners Story
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iUniverse Calvary Presbyterian Church
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iUniverse Empowering You To Help Resources for FaithBased NonProfits
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iUniverse Church Management Basics
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iUniverse I DID NOT BURN THE CHURCH DOWN I ONLY STARTED THE FIRE I Only Started the Fire
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iUniverse Understanding the Basics
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iUniverse The Call Of God The complete making of me
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iUniverse A Special Parish Mission Including All Talks And Instructions
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iUniverse THE CHURCH EARTHLY BLESSINGS AND ETERNAL REWARD Be encouraged and run the race set before us all
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iUniverse Church Doctrines Right or Wrong You Decide A study of the use of the word Hell and other terms in the Bible Versus their meaning today
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iUniverse The Spiritual Emotional Coachs Guide
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iUniverse Spiritual Temples Heavenly Experiences in the Houses of God
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iUniverse Miracles Among Us A Look Inside the Lebanon Soup Kitchen
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iUniverse CHURCH A VISION OF WHAT THE CHURCH COULD BE
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iUniverse The Call Of God The complete making of me
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Kerugma Press The GospelCentered Church A Study In the Book of Titus
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Westminster/John Knox Press,U.S. The Soul of Discernment A Spiritual Practice for Communities and Institutions
Book SynopsisThe Soul of Discernment provides concrete steps for groups of people who work together and need to make important decisions: church sessions, nonprofit hiring committees, etc. Liebert calls this process the Social Discernment Cycle, a process for seeking God's call in a particular situation...Trade Review"A wonderful combination of rich theological reflection and acute social analysis makes the social discernment cycle a tool for spirit guided action at both personal and community levels. I found particularly helpful the many practical examples and exercises that flow from the author's rich experiences of guiding individuals and groups in discernment." -Peter J. Henriot, S.J., Director of Development, Loyola Jesuit Secondary School, Lilongwe, Malawi "The analysis of spiritual discernment has largely focused on individuals. Yet most contemporary leaders must involve teams when wrestling with strategic decisions affecting complex systems. The Soul of Discernment is a lucid and spiritually mature correction to this deficiency. It provides wise guidelines to system level leaders wishing to integrate spiritual wisdom and grace with contemporary organizational decisions." -Andre L. Delbecq, J. Thomas and Kathleen L. McCarthy University Professor, Leavey School of Business, Santa Clara University
£20.90
Abingdon Press Needsbased Evangelism
£15.00
Amazon Digital Services LLC - Kdp Sith Academy The Path of Power Volume 1 The Nine Echelons of Sith Mastery
£13.60
Church House Publishing The Churchwardens Year
Book SynopsisHelp and comfort for churchwardens in the form of a humorous, illustrated monthly calendar of handy tips.
£13.74
Concordia Publishing House Banner Designs for the Church Year
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Concordia Publishing House Ltd Altar Guild Manual Lutheran Service Book Edition
£30.43
Concordia Publishing House Built on the Rock
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AuthorHouse The Ancient Church Boneyard of Faith Discovering Where the Faith and Power Signs and Wonders of the New Testament Church Were Buried
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AuthorHouse Missions is a Contact Sport
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AuthorHouse Whited Sepulchres Judgment Must Begin at the House of God
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