Unity As Prophetic Witness
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Unity As Prophetic Witness
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Author : Michael Kinnamon
language : en
Publisher: Fortress Press
Release Date : 2018-11-01
Unity As Prophetic Witness written by Michael Kinnamon and has been published by Fortress Press this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2018-11-01 with Religion categories.
Visser 't Hooft and the Shaping of Ecumenical Theology Visser 't Hooft is, perhaps, the most distinguished figure in the modern ecumenical movement, emerging in the postwar decades as a pivotal figure. Under his leadership, the World Council of Churches was officially constituted in 1948 by 147 Protestant and Orthodox Catholic denominations, and the organization grew to include nearly 300 denominations in the following decades. Visser 't Hooft played a major role in the inclusion of churches from communist countries in the World Council, and he also sought to enlarge the role played by African, Asian, and Orthodox churches in the organization. He served as editor of the Ecumenical Review from 1948 to 1966. He was also the author of numerous books on the ecumenical movement and the nature and functions of the church.
A Prophetic Public Church
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Author : Mary Doak
language : en
Publisher: Liturgical Press
Release Date : 2020-05-28
A Prophetic Public Church written by Mary Doak and has been published by Liturgical Press this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2020-05-28 with Religion categories.
2021 Association of Catholic Publishers third place award in theology 2021 Catholic Media Association Award second place award in theological and philosophical studies 2021 Catholic Media Association Award second place award in future church Globalization is uniting the world more closely than ever before while at the same time increasing the likelihood of division and conflict. Humanity faces problems of an unprecedented scope: vast inequality, climate change threatening the conditions of life on this planet, and a great population migration that includes human trafficking and desperate refugees. What does this global plight demand of a church called to be a sign and instrument of the union of all in God? In this book, Mary Doak shows how the church must rectify its own historic failures to embody the unity-in-diversity it proclaims, especially with regard to women and Jews. Only then, and through responding to the demands of the current global crises, can we learn what it means to be the church—that is, to be a prophetic witness and public agent of the harmony that God desires and the world deeply needs.
Prophetic Witness
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Author : Heinrich Bedford-Strohm
language : en
Publisher: LIT Verlag Münster
Release Date : 2011
Prophetic Witness written by Heinrich Bedford-Strohm and has been published by LIT Verlag Münster this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2011 with Christianity and culture categories.
The role of religious prophetic witness in the public discourse of modern civil societies is a vital question, not only for the churches, but for society as a whole. Is it still appropriate for churches to make use of prophetic witness as a mode of public discourse in contemporary democratic societies? Can biblical tradition be a referential source for prophetic public statements of the churches in highly debated political questions? Or must public discourse in pluralistic societies be strictly grounded in purely reason-based arguments? This book deals with these questions in a multi-disciplinary perspective, looking at historical settings of biblical texts and discussing contemporary issues and contexts. (Series: Theology in the Public Square/Theologie in der Offentlichkeit - Vol. 1)
Festschrift In Honour Of Allan Boesak
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Author : Charles Daniel Flaendorp
language : en
Publisher: AFRICAN SUN MeDIA
Release Date : 2016-10-10
Festschrift In Honour Of Allan Boesak written by Charles Daniel Flaendorp and has been published by AFRICAN SUN MeDIA this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2016-10-10 with Religion categories.
Allan Aubrey Boesak, renowned theologian, anti-apartheid activist and politician, turned 70 on 23 February 2016 and in his honour a number of his friends, colleagues and students contributed to this festschrift. These essays can be regarded as academic commentary, impressionistic overviews or brief notes on the life and work of Allan Boesak. For much of his public life Boesak has been a controversial figure: for the politically oppressed during the apartheid years he represented their anger and resistance; for the politically dominant he was an irritant, a troublesome preacher. The contributors write with unconcealed admiration about Boesak?s theological and political activism, leadership, eloquence and intelligence. His life and his formation as a black liberation theologian are recounted, often framed by the contributor?s view of his ?prophetic? calling. ÿ
Preserving Evangelical Unity
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Author : Michael J. Meiring
language : en
Publisher: Wipf and Stock
Release Date : 2009-10
Preserving Evangelical Unity written by Michael J. Meiring and has been published by Wipf and Stock this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2009-10 with Religion categories.
The greatest challenge that faces the evangelical movement is the biblical admonition to preserve the unity of the Spirit (Ephesians 4:3). The first part of Preserving Evangelical Unity: Welcoming Diversity in Non-Essentials will (1) help you to understand why the movement is fraught with divisions over doctrinal differences; (2) guide you through the necessary steps to overcome disunity; (3) attempt to maintain a balance between truth and unity. The second part of the book is formatted in the same style of a ""multiple views"" book. Here various evangelical scholars from around the globe discuss selected theological issues that have previously led to disunity within the movement, such as predestination and free will, the mode of baptism, and the miraculous gifts of the Spirit. ""A house divided cannot stand. The New Testament continually urges that our Heavenly Father wants us in harmony. By one Spirit we are baptized into one body. A Church walking in love and forgiveness is the priestly prayer of Christ himself. Only then will we be equipped to fulfill the Great Commission. Based solidly on biblical orthodoxy, this selection of practical wisdom from various theological viewpoints outlines the strategic imperative for 'unity in diversity.'"" --Jay Rogers Director, The Forerunner and Media House International ""Michael Meiring guides this dialogue on the unity of the Christian Church believing that, like-minded but not necessarily agreeing, Christians should dialogue because of their shared unity in the Spirit. With his usual perception he never lets up asking the right questions which lead to the diverse views expressed in this book. These views will impact the reader, prodding and stimulate continued discussion among thinking Christians."" --Raymond Potgieter Principal, Bible Institute of SA ""Preserving Evangelical Unity invites conversation on the key theme of the unity (and disunity) of the church through the contribution of evangelical scholars. In the South African context, as elsewhere, the visible disunity among churches has impaired their prophetic witness. The value of this book lies in the fact that it does not seek cheap unity by avoiding tough doctrinal differences. Even for those who may not agree with the theological presuppositions underlying this volume, Preserving Evangelical Unity will certainly challenge and instruct."" --Robert Vosloo Senior lecturer, Stellenbosch University Michael J. Meiring has led a doctrinal discernment ministry and lectured on Christian sects. He has edited and co-written The Four Keys to the Millennium (2004). He is completing his Masters in Theology at the University of Stellenbosch, writing on Evangelical Fundamentalism.
Moving Into The Ecumenical Future
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Author : John W. Crossin
language : en
Publisher: Wipf and Stock Publishers
Release Date : 2022-11-11
Moving Into The Ecumenical Future written by John W. Crossin and has been published by Wipf and Stock Publishers this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2022-11-11 with Religion categories.
Moving into the Ecumenical Future identifies some necessary “foundations” of any paradigm for Ecumenical Ethics. It emphasizes the guidance of the Holy Spirit, the teaching and example of Jesus, biblical foundations, and pastoral relationships in developing paradigms for Ecumenical Ethics. The book suggests that virtue ethics is an important paradigm that includes these elements. The text explores how the Faith and Order “Tool,” Receptive Ecumenism, Differentiated Consensus, Internal Polarities, and Spiritual Discernment can be used to move toward moral consensus. The author calls for a national or international task force to explore these foundations in greater depth.
The Gospel Of John Catholic Commentary On Sacred Scripture
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Author : Francis Martin
language : en
Publisher: Baker Academic
Release Date : 2015-04-28
The Gospel Of John Catholic Commentary On Sacred Scripture written by Francis Martin and has been published by Baker Academic this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2015-04-28 with Religion categories.
In this addition to the Catholic Commentary on Sacred Scripture, two well-respected New Testament scholars interpret the Gospel of John in its historical and literary setting as well as in light of the Church's doctrinal, liturgical, and spiritual tradition. They unpack the wisdom of the Fourth Gospel for the intellectual and spiritual transformation of its readers and connect the Gospel with a range of witnesses throughout the whole history of Catholicism. This volume, like each in the series, is supplemented by features designed to help readers understand the Bible more deeply and use it more effectively in teaching, preaching, evangelization, and other forms of ministry.
Prophetic Witness And The Reimagining Of The World
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Author : Mark S. Burrows
language : en
Publisher: Routledge
Release Date : 2020-09-28
Prophetic Witness And The Reimagining Of The World written by Mark S. Burrows and has been published by Routledge this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2020-09-28 with Religion categories.
This book explores the prophetic characteristics of literature, particularly poetry, that seek to reimagine the world in which it is written. Using theological and philosophical insights it charts the relentless impulse of literature to propose alternative visions, practicable or utopian, and point toward possibilities of renewal and change. Drawing from each of the three main Abrahamic religions, as well as Greek and Latin classics, an international group of scholars utilise a diverse range of analytical and interpretive methods to draw out the prophetic voice in poetry. Looking at the writings of figures like T. S. Elliot, Blake, Wittgenstein and Isaiah, the theme of the prophetic is shown to be of timely importance given the current state of geo-political challenges and uncertainties and offers a much-needed critical discussion of these broad cultural questions. This collection of essays offers readers an insight into the constructive power of literature. As such, it will be of great interest to scholars working in Religion and the Arts, Religious Studies, Theology and Aesthetics.
Befreit Verbunden Engagiert Liberated Connected Committed
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Author : Mario Fischer
language : en
Publisher: Evangelische Verlagsanstalt
Release Date : 2019-11-18
Befreit Verbunden Engagiert Liberated Connected Committed written by Mario Fischer and has been published by Evangelische Verlagsanstalt this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2019-11-18 with Religion categories.
Europa lebt. Die 8. Vollversammlung der Gemeinschaft Evangelischer Kirchen in Europa tagte im September 2018 mit ca. 200 Delegierten aus ganz Europa im Münster zu Basel. Der Dokumentationsband enthält Berichte, Beschlüsse und deren Begründungen, Vorträge, Predigten, Grußworte, Fotos und ein Friedenswort zum Ende des Ersten Weltkrieges vor 100 Jahren. Die Dokumente sind ein Abbild für die gelebte Kirchengemeinschaft der evangelischen Kirchen in Europa. Die Vollversammlung hat sich – weiterhin unter dem Leitgedanken der versöhnten Vielfalt - mit der innerkirchlichen Einheit wie auch mit den ökumenischen Partnern und dem Verhältnis zur Gesellschaft beschäftigt. Der Hauptvortrag von Andrea Riccardi, dem Gründer der Gemeinschaft von Sant'Egidio in Rom, ist neben wegweisenden Predigten von Mitgliedern des Präsidiums und dem Schlussbericht mit den Zukunftsthemen im Dokumentationsband enthalten. [liberated-connected-committed. Documents of the 8th General Assembly of the Community of Protestant Churches in Europe (CPCE) Basel, Switzerland, September 13-18, 2018] Bringing Europe alive. The 8th General Assembly of the Community of Protestant Churches in Europe brought together some 200 delegates from all over Europe in September 2018 to gather in Basle Cathedral. This volume of documents contains the reports, resolutions and their reasoning, speeches, sermons, addresses, photos and the message of peace commemorating the centenary of the end of the First World War. These records reflect the church communion experienced between the Protestant Churches in Europe. Continuing to move forward under the guiding principle of reconciled diversity, the General Assembly addressed unity between the churches and with their ecumenical partners as well as the relationship with society as a whole. The keynote speech by Andrea Riccardi, the founder of the Community of Sant'Egidio in Rome, is also included in this volume of documents, together with directional sermons from members of the Presidium and the Final Report outlining the key issues for the years ahead.
The Lord And Giver Of Life
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Author : David Hadley Jensen
language : en
Publisher: Westminster John Knox Press
Release Date : 2008-01-01
The Lord And Giver Of Life written by David Hadley Jensen and has been published by Westminster John Knox Press this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2008-01-01 with Religion categories.
In this exciting collection, an array of contemporary theologians reflect on the work of the Holy Spirit in relation to some of the worlds most pressing issues and problems. Offering a corrective to disembodied discussions of the Spirit, this book provides a look at the Holy Spirit set loose and sustaining the gift and struggle for life in the midst of todays troubled world. Among other topics, the contributors examine the Spirits activity in the reading of Scripture, the reality of religious pluralism, the growing ecological crisis, the rise of consumerism, and issues of empire. Contributors include John B. Cobb Jr.; Roger Haight SJ, Barbara A. Holmes, David H. Jensen, Molly T. Marshall, Sallie McFague, Amy Plantinga Pauw, Joerg Rieger, Eugene F. Rogers Jr., and Amos Yong.