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Author: Sedmak, Clemens
Publisher: Orbis Books
Published: 2016-12-15
Total Pages: 272
ISBN-13: 1608336727
DOWNLOAD EBOOKUsing resources ranging from scripture to Catholic social teaching to the early Church Fathers, the author examines how Pope Francis's emphasis on the Church of the Poor is calling us to a new epistemic practice, involving an understanding of orthodoxy as discipleship, and discipleship as a new way of getting to know and understand the world.
Author: Laurie Green
Publisher: SCM Press
Published: 2015-06-30
Total Pages: 236
ISBN-13: 033405365X
DOWNLOAD EBOOKListening intently to what the poor have to say is Laurie Green’s way into a new study of Jesus’ most famous Beatitude – Blessed are the Poor. Combining years of pavement level experience with informed biblical analysis he sets out for us how the perspective of the poor opens us up to new biblical and theological insights. These issue in a radical rethink about mission and what it means to be Church in a post-secular society. The book introduces us to Britain’s poorest housing estates and uses the radical edge of contextual theology to present a prophetic challenge to each one of us, and to a Church which is reluctant to respond seriously to the challenges of the Beatitudes.
Author: J. Clif Christopher
Publisher: Abingdon Press
Published: 2012
Total Pages: 122
ISBN-13: 142674336X
DOWNLOAD EBOOKWhat is the bottom line at your church?
Author: Duncan Stroik
Publisher: Liturgy Training Publications
Published: 2012
Total Pages: 194
ISBN-13: 1595250379
DOWNLOAD EBOOKThis collection of twenty-three essays by Duncan Stroik shows the development and consistency of his architectural vision. Packed with informative essays and over 170 photographs, this collection clearly articulates the Church’s architectural tradition.
Author: Mez McConnell
Publisher: Crossway
Published: 2016-01-14
Total Pages: 122
ISBN-13: 1433549077
DOWNLOAD EBOOKJesus came to seek and to save the lost, paying particular attention to the downtrodden and the poor. As followers of Jesus, Christians are called to imitate his example and reach out to those who have the least. This book offers biblical guidelines and practical strategies for reaching those on the margins of our society with the gospel of Jesus Christ. The authors—both pastors with years of experience ministering among the poor—set forth helpful “dos” and “don’ts” related to serving in the midst of less-affluent communities. Emphasizing the priority of the gospel as well as the importance of addressing issues of social justice, this volume will help pastors and other church leaders mobilize their people to plant churches and make an impact in “hard places”—in their own communities and around the world.
Author: Rick Warren
Publisher: Zondervan
Published: 2007-09-04
Total Pages: 401
ISBN-13: 0310294088
DOWNLOAD EBOOKThe issue is church health, not church growth—if your church is healthy, growth will occur naturally. So how do we make healthy churches, driven by purpose? In order for any church to thrive, it must be built around the five New Testament purposes given to the church by Jesus Christ. In this classic of Christian church stability, pastor and bestselling author of The Purpose Driven Life Rick Warren unpacks this proven five-part strategy that will enable your church to grow: Warmer through fellowship. Deeper through discipleship. Stronger through worship. Broader through ministry. Larger through evangelism. Every church is driven by something. Tradition, finances, programs, personalities, events, seekers, and even buildings can each be the controlling force in a church. But Warren will show you how to concentrate on building people and let God build the church. In other words, healthy, consistent growth is the result of balancing the five biblical purposes of the church. And The Purpose Driven Church will show you how to do that. “The Purpose Driven Church has brought focus and direction to more pastors and church leaders than you can count. What a gift!”—John Ortberg, bestselling author.
Author: Theoharis, Liz
Publisher: Wm. B. Eerdmans Publishing
Published: 2017
Total Pages: 207
ISBN-13: 0802875025
DOWNLOAD EBOOK"Jesus's words 'the poor you will always have with you' (Matthew 26:11) are regularly used to suggest that ending poverty is impossible. In this book Liz Theoharis critically examines both the biblical text and the lived reality of the poor to show how this passage is taken out of context and distorted. Poverty is not inevitable, Theoharis argues. It is a systemic sin, and all Christians have a responsibility to partner with the poor to end poverty once and for all"--Jacket
Author: Susan R. Holman
Publisher: Baker Academic
Published: 2008-06
Total Pages: 320
ISBN-13: 080103549X
DOWNLOAD EBOOKAn ecumenical roster of leading specialists approach wealth and poverty through the theology, social practices, and institutions of early Christianity.
Author: Martin Charlesworth
Publisher: David C Cook
Published: 2017-07-10
Total Pages: 167
ISBN-13: 0830772596
DOWNLOAD EBOOKMotivated by genuine concern, dedicated volunteers responded to the call to action and millions of pounds have been invested to support those most in need. However, the culture of many churches fails to attract those they are helping to the very faith that motivates this compassion. Even when people from poorer or working class backgrounds start on a journey of faith, many churches struggle to create an inclusive environment where they can feel welcomed and at home. With biblical insight and practical examples A Church for the Poor, by Martin Charlesworth and Natalie Williams, presents a vision of the church as a place where people from all sections of society can find a home and play a part. It is a call to rethink our traditions and transform the church to reach the poor in Britain today.
Author: Michael Griffin
Publisher: Orbis Books
Published: 2013
Total Pages: 232
ISBN-13: 1608333167
DOWNLOAD EBOOKThis book reflects intersection between the lives, commitments, and strategies of two highly respected figures Dr. Paul Farmer and Fr. Gustavo Gutierrez joined in their option for the poor, their defense of life, and their commitment to liberation. Farmer has credited liberation theology as the inspiration for his effort to do "social justice medicine," while Gutierrez has recognized Farmer's work as particularly compelling example of the option for the poor, and the impact that theology can have outside the church. Draws on their respective writings, major addresses by both at Notre Dame, and a transcript of a dialogue between them.
