9781934406182: The Shape of Our Lives: A Field Guide for Congregational Formation
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ISBN 10 : 193440618X ISBN 13 : 9781934406182
Editeur : Englewood Press, 2024

Synopsis

Desire. Conviction. Character. Story. Practice. Institution.

The Shape of Our Lives digs into how these six factors—often operating beneath our consciousness—profoundly affect our spiritual formation, both as individuals and congregations.

As Christians across America grapple with the value and purpose of church, this accessible volume provides a roadmap for exploring what motivates and forms us. The Shape of Our Lives equips readers to look beneath the surface, understanding the forces impacting our formation. The book lays a theological and practical foundation for congregations and communities to be transformed more into the image of Christ.

How does a community of people—with their different and sometimes competing values—grow together? How can congregations make room for God’s spirit to be at work?

The Shape of Our Lives will give you and your Christian community the language to renew these conversations and embark on the journey of congregational formation.

"In these times of disillusionment with church, there could not be a more timely book. “ --David Fitch, Lindner Chair of Evangelical Theology at Northern Seminary

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À propos des auteurs

Philip D. Kenneson has taught for over three decades at Milligan University where he teaches the capstone course for all seniors. He has also been part of The Ekklesia Project from the beginning and for over two decades has served in several leadership roles, including as the Director of the Congregational Formation Initiative.

Debra Dean Murphy is Professor of Religious Studies and Co-Director of the Center for Restorative Justice at West Virginia Wesleyan College. She is the author of Teaching That Transforms: Worship as the Heart of Christian Education (Wipf & Stock), Happiness, Health, and Beauty: The Christian Life in Everyday Terms (Cascade).

Stephen E. Fowl is President and Dean of the Church Divinity School of the Pacific. A scholar of the New Testament, he has published numerous books and articles on the relationships between scriptural interpretation and the Christian life. Steve is an Episcopal lay person.

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Éditeur
Englewood Press
Date d'édition
2024
Langue
anglais
ISBN 10 
193440618X
ISBN 13 
9781934406182
Reliure
Broché
Nombre de pages
125
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