Meeting Each Other in Doctrine, Liturgy, and Government
Author: Daniel J. Meeter
Publisher: Wm. B. Eerdmans Publishing
Published: 1993
Total Pages: 228
ISBN-13: 9780802807175
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The Call of Africa
Author: Morrell F. Swart
Publisher: Wm. B. Eerdmans Publishing
Published: 1998
Total Pages: 556
ISBN-13: 9780802846150
DOWNLOAD EBOOKVolume 29 records the story of the RCA's first fifty years of mission in sub-Saharan Africa, told through the eyes of a missionary who has worked for half a century in this difficult region of the world. A fascinating account of the church's work in a foreign land, this volume also includes twenty-seven illustrations and six maps of the sub-Sahara.
Worship Seeking Understanding
Author: John D. Witvliet
Publisher: Baker Books
Published: 2003-07-01
Total Pages: 437
ISBN-13: 1441207007
DOWNLOAD EBOOKWhat exactly is worship? How can we account for its power? In Worship Seeking Understanding, noted worship expert John Witvliet mines the riches of the Bible, theology, history, music, and pastoral research to provide windows into the practice of Christian worship. With this work, Witvliet attempts to build bridges between theory and practice, among various worship-related disciplines, and across denominational lines. If worship renewal is to occur, each bridge must be formed. His hope is that this work will not only articulate questions about worship but also enrich the practice of worship in congregations today. Witvliet's broad scope and insightful advice will be welcomed by pastors, worship leaders, church leaders, and students.
Pulpit and Politics
Author: Corwin E. Smidt
Publisher: Baylor University Press
Published: 2004
Total Pages: 366
ISBN-13: 1932792139
DOWNLOAD EBOOKPulpit and Politics presents the most current and comprehensive examination of the religious beliefs and political behavior of American clergy at the advent of the new millennium. Based on data gathered during the 2000 Presidential election, this study examines the relationship between belief and behavior, theology and politics, religious commitments and social activism from African-American, Baptist, Jewish, Mainline Protestant, Roman Catholic and other religious groups. Pulpit and Politics is a treasure trove of historical, comparative and statistical information about the political behavior of America's clergy.
Taking the Jesus Road
Author: LeRoy Koopman
Publisher: Wm. B. Eerdmans Publishing
Published: 2005
Total Pages: 542
ISBN-13: 9780802831255
DOWNLOAD EBOOKThe story of the Reformed Church's relationship to Native Americans is one of persistence and optimism in the face of overwhelming odds. Unfortunately, it's also a story that reflects all too well the sad record of U.S. dealings with America's first inhabitants. In this frank, well-balanced account of the Reformed Church's Native American missions and churches, LeRoy Koopman recounts the spiritual journey of the "Jesus Road" shared by Reformed and Native American Christians. "Taking the Jesus Road" outlines how government and church often cooperated with each other in implementing shifting policies that allowed the native peoples little or no voice in their own destiny. Koopman does not hesitate to point out how early missionaries often equated the Christian faith with white culture but also gives credit for their tireless efforts to seek a better life for the people they were serving. Much of the book is devoted to the stories of particular ministries, including the six Native American congregations that remain a vital part of the Reformed Church today.
Constitutional Theology
Author: Allan J. Janssen
Publisher: Wm. B. Eerdmans Publishing
Published: 2000
Total Pages: 340
ISBN-13: 9780802848826
DOWNLOAD EBOOKOne of the RCAs foremost researchers here offers commentary that explains the proper roles of elders, deacons, classes, and synods and details the procedures necessary for successful church life. Based on the Book of Church Order, this helpful volume will assist church leaders in their callings and prevent the myriad difficulties that arise when appropriate procedures are not followed. A necessity for every pastor, elder, and deacon.
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Published: 1995
Total Pages: 2328
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Bless the Lord, O My Soul
Author: Daniel J. Meeter
Publisher:
Published: 1998
Total Pages: 376
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DOWNLOAD EBOOKThe first comprehensive study of the Liturgy of the Dutch Reformed Church, the oldest reformation liturgy still in use today.
Patterns of Polity
Author: Edward Le Roy Jr. Long
Publisher: The Pilgrim Press
Published: 2001-06-30
Total Pages: 195
ISBN-13: 0829820760
DOWNLOAD EBOOKAn excellent primer on the spectrum of ways in which Christians organize their institutional life, Long's study of polity—that is, methods of religious organization—intends to enlighten the reader about the ways in which belief shapes personal and communal function. "Patterns of Polity" is a comparative examination of church governance by bishops, governance by elders, and governance by congregations across contemporary branches of Christianity. "Patterns of Polity" does not defend the validity of any particular polity, but instead raises questions that are essential to all polities and to all communities: How is power created and used? In what ways are polities most likely to function well? In what ways are polities susceptible to corruption and dysfunction? How are conflicts adjudicated and finances handled?
Tools for Understanding
Author: James Hart Brumm
Publisher: Wm. B. Eerdmans Publishing Company
Published: 2008
Total Pages: 408
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DOWNLOAD EBOOKBeginning with Donald Bruggink's own notion that "history is a tool for understanding," the dozen essays in this volume are tools for understanding four areas of his life and his fifty-five years of ministry. While all the contributors to this volume have benefited from Bruggink's friendship, teaching, and ministry, the first and last essays are by the contributors he has known longest, who had a formative role in his life -- Eugene Heideman and I. John Hesselink. Contributors: George Brown Jr. Laurie Z. Baron James Hart Brumm Kathleen Hart Brumm John W. Coakley Russell L. Gasero Eugene Heideman I. John Hesselink Allan Janssen Mary L. Kansfield Normal Kansfield Jacob E. Nyenhuis J. Jeffery Tyler Dennis Voskuil
