This highly readable handbook investigates Christian ministry providing an introduction to what the Bible says as well as addressing developments from the history of the Church. It considers crucial issues for the contemporary Christian, including the ministry of the whole church, women in leadership, working together and handling failure. More
Baptism Matters is an invaluable resource for all clergy, Readers, churchwardens, PCC members and all who wish to take seriously thier baptismal vocation to serve God by enabling others to grow in faith. More
Readers make a significant and welcome contribution to the Church´s ministry and mission. Bridging the Gap is full of information and practical help for those seeking to discover their vocation in Christian ministry. More
A report prepared by a Working Group of the Board of Education highlights the Church's strengths and weaknesses in enabling lay discipleship, looks at how such work has been developed over the last fifteen years, and initiates the thinking on how to move foward in the third millennium. More
ARCIC I reached substantial agreement on the doctrine of the Eucharist and on ordained ministry. These clarifications from ARCIC II constitute an important element in the reception of the earlier statements. More
The long-awaited sequel to the bestselling The Healthy Churches’ Handbook, Developing Healthy Churches is an utterly practical and realistic guide for any leader seeking to revitalize and grow their church. More
Looking at both traditional forms of church and fresh expressions, this wide-ranging book offers fascinating historical, psychological, sociological and theological perspectives on the parish system. More
This major report was commissioned and endorsed by the Archbishops' Council and produced by a working party chaired by Bishop John Hind. It reviews the training needs of the clergy in the context of the learning needs of the Church as a whole. More
Hit the Ground Kneeling takes common statements about leadership – statements that we often take for granted – and questions them in the light of Christian faith and Christian perspectives on leadership More