Alan K. Waltz
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Tensions in the Connection : Issues Facing United Methodism
Type: BOOK
Author: Alan K. Waltz
Author: Alan K. Waltz
Tensions in the Connection deals with significant issues relating to the struture and governement of The United Methodist Church. It focues on tensions which are perceived as being present or developing around certain polities within the denomination. Author R. Sheldon Duecker discusses the nature of the connection and explores some of the pressures which are coming to bear on related issues. The issues discussed include the ordained ministry, authority, and leadership. The purpose of this...
To Proclaim The Faith
Type: BOOK
Author: Alan K. Waltz
Author: Alan K. Waltz
(
Adult
,
Adult Studies
)
In this final volume of the Into OUr Third Century series, Alan K. Waltz explores the potential of The United Methodist Church for the future. Beginning with a historical summary that describes how faith was put into action, the book examines what it means to be the local church and lifts up ways in which United Methodism has been at work in the world for justice and peace. He challenges the reader to rediscover spiritual holiness in order to truly proclaim the faith, build, the church. and...