Weaves case stories with theory, demonstrating that sexual abuse of children is not a private matter, but very much a matter for society and church - a question of structure and ideology, not just of individual character.

American Strategic Theology, An

Type: BOOK
Author: Coleman, John A.

( Christian Life , Culture , General , Gospels , North America , Sociology , Theology )

A forceful and comprehensive argument for the public possibilities of the Christian gospel in contemporary American culture. A new initiative in the contemporary dialogue between theology and sociology within the specifics of American context.

Basic Ecclesial Communities: The Evangelization of the Poor

Type: BOOK
Author: Barreiro, Alvaro

( Central America , General , Hispanic Ministry , New Members , North America , Outreach , Poverty , Theology , Welcoming / Reaching Outside the Church )

The birth of the Basic Ecclesial Communities is a startling example of what can happen when the Church takes seriously the Lord's command to preach the good news to the poor. Seeks to promote practical pastoral experiments among and with marginalized Christians within North American society. Inspiration from Latin America!

Becoming a Self Before God: Critical Transformations

Type: BOOK
Author: Moseley, Romney M.

( General , Modern/Contemporary , Psycology , Spiritual Growth , Theology )

Brings theories of moral and religious transformation into conversation with theologies of Christian formation. Also examines the implications of these psychologies and theologies for the contemporary church.

Becoming a Thinking Christian

Type: BOOK
Author: Cobb Jr., John B.

( Christian Life , General , Personal Growth , Spiritual Growth , Theology )

If we want church renewal, we will have to renew thinking in the church. Challenges Christians to think, to become good theologians. Covers why its important for Christians to think about their own beliefs and assumptions. Suggests steps a Christian's thinking may take, sources to draw upon and how professionals can help.

Beliefs of a United Methodist Christian

Type: BOOK
Author: Colaw, Emerson

( Basic Concepts , General , New Members , Theology , United Methodist )

(3rd edition) introduction and basic resource for both visitors and members of distinctive United Methodist beliefs.

Bible, The: The Book that Bridges the Millenia Part 2 (Interpretation and Authority)

Type: BOOK
Author: Beach, Maxine Clark

( Bible , Bible Study , Faith , General , Theology )

Spiritual growth study for UMW is very challenging. This book looks at interpretation of the Bible and provides tools to interpret. It also looks at the authority of the Bible with our individual interpretations.

Blessed are the pacifists: The beatitudes and just war theory

Type: BOOK
Author: Thomas Trzyna

( General , Peace , Theology )

Thomas Trzyna takes a fresh look at pacifsm as a practical method of conflict resloution grounded in scripture, partculart the beatitudes. Based on a study of just war theory and contempoary world events, blessed are the pacifists does not rehearse familiar debates abouthow to justify war. Rather, trzyna views pacifism as a way of life, its success measured not in years but in generations.

Blessed Are the Poor: Women's Poverty, Family Policy, and Practical Theology

Type: BOOK
Author: Couture, Pamela D.

( General , Government , Policy , Poverty , Theology , Wesley, John , Women )

Argues that the language of a long-standing American tradition - self-sufficiency - has informed American family policy and has in turn contributed to the growth of women's poverty. Critical assessment of the logic of self-sufficiency from the point of view of contemporary practical theology. Offers a basis (informed by classical theology of Luther and Wesley) for a more responsive and responsible family policy of "universalized care."

By Water and the Spirit: A Study of Baptism for United Methodists

Type: BOOK
Author: Vogel, Dwight

( Baptism , Church History , General , Group Study , Sacraments , Service , Spiritual Growth , Theology , United Methodist , Worship )

Serves as a study and reference book as families and individuals prepare for baptism, looks at issues around a much-talked about, sometimes controversial topic in the church, explores the deep spiritual meaning of the sacrament of Baptism, provides a vehicle for persons to impact the theological position of the Church.

By What Authority: A Conversation on Teaching Among United Methodists

Type: BOOK
Author: Price and Foster1991

( Church History , General , Teacher Training , Theology , United Methodist )

This important book provides a comprehensive background and overview of the underlying questions and issues regarding the teaching authority of The United Methodist Church. After establishing the historical context for the discussion of teaching authority, including Protestant Reformation and Methodist thought and traditions, the book examines he contemporary challenges to these historical perspectives.

Call and Response: Biblical Foundations of a Theology of Evangelism

Type: BOOK
Author: Klaiber, Walter

( Evangelism , General , Mission , Theology )

Discussion about evangelism and contemporary theology, reawakening the church's missionary mandate. Offers Biblical ground of a theology of evangelism. Solid sustenance.

Caring for Creation

Type: BOOK
Author: Rowthorn, Anne

( Earth , Ecology , Environment , General , Theology )

Nothing in God's world is secular-everything created is holy and to be revered. The church's urgent need in today's world is to embrace a theology of creation that will ignite in all Christians a fervent love and sense of responsibility for all God's creation.

Changing Channels: The Church and the Television Revolution

Type: BOOK
Author: Inbody, Tyron, Ed.

( Faith , General , Television , Theology )

This book is an in-depth assessment by a group of professional theologians, of promises and problems that religious television programs offer to Christian faith and community in our media-dominated culture.

Christian Identity and Religious Pluralism: Religions in Conversation

Type: BOOK
Author: Barnes, Michael

( Ecumenical , Faith , General , Religions , Theology , Welcoming / Reaching Outside the Church , World Religions )

How should Christians respond to the problem of religious pluralism? Is it possible to accept the idea that God is revealed in other faiths without sacrificing one's own religious identity? Barnes shows how a Spirit-centered theology of religions can overcome many of the difficulties involved in more traditional christological approaches. He addresses interfaith dialogue, Christology, ecclesiology, missiology, and the nature of theology itself.

Christian Spiritual Formation in the Church and Classroom

Type: TAPE
Author: Johnson, Suzanne

( General , Program Structure , Spiritual Growth , Sunday School , Theology )

Challenges current thinking about spiritual formation and faith development. Shows "flabbiness" of much recent spiritual formation talk. Shows how present "stages of faith development" theories must be replaced by a perceptive understanding of the way persons actually learn and believe. Emphasizes the corporate nature of the church and the grace of God.

Christianity and Civilization: The Gifford Lectures

Type: BOOK
Author: Brunner, Emil

( Christian Life , General , Modern/Contemporary , Theology )

First series of the Gifford Lectures. Includes part 1: Foundations and part 2: Specific Problems.

Church, The

Type: BOOK
Author: Pannenbrg, Wolfhart

( Ecumenical , General , Theology )

By one of the world's most influential theologians, clearly and persuasively outlines a doctrine of the church concerned with Christian unity and the failure of the churches to resolve denominational conflicts. Considers questions on authority, catholicity, apostolicity, and the Lord's Supper.

Doctrinal Standards and Our Theological Task: Part II Leader's Guide

Type: BOOK
Author: Carder, Kenneth L.

( Basic Concepts , Discipline , General , Group Study , Theology , United Methodist )

Leader's guide for part II. This study helps participants get acquainted (or reacquainted) with our United Methodist roots and the book of Discipline. Enables adults in local churches to learn what theology is and how to do theology in a faithful manner. Helps participants say "I'm glad to be a UM!"

Doctrinal Standards and Our Theological Task: Part II Participant's Book

Type: BOOK
Author: Carder, Kenneth L.

( Basic Concepts , Discipline , General , Group Study , Theology , United Methodist )

Part II Participant's book. This study helps participants get acquainted (or reacquainted) with our United Methodist roots and the book of Discipline. Enables adults in local churches to learn what theology is and how to do theology in a faithful manner. Helps participants say "I'm glad to be a UM!"

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