An Introduction to Ministry A Primer for Renewed Life and Leadership in Mainline Protestant Congregations |
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Author:
| Markham, Ian S. Warder, Oran E. |
ISBN: | 978-1-118-77989-7 |
Publication Date: | Oct 2015 |
Publisher: | John Wiley & Sons, Incorporated
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Imprint: | Wiley-Blackwell |
Book Format: | Digital download |
List Price: | Contact Supplier contact
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Book Description:
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An Introduction to Ministry is a comprehensive and ecumenical introduction to the craft of ministry for ministers, pastors, and priests that make up the mainline denominations in the United States. Ecumenically-focused, It offers a grounded account of ministry, covering areas such as vocation, congregational leadership, and cultivation of skills for an effective ministry.
- Covers the key components of the M.Div. curriculum, offering a map and guide to the...
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An Introduction to Ministry is a comprehensive and ecumenical introduction to the craft of ministry for ministers, pastors, and priests that make up the mainline denominations in the United States. Ecumenically-focused, It offers a grounded account of ministry, covering areas such as vocation, congregational leadership, and cultivation of skills for an effective ministry.
- Covers the key components of the M.Div. curriculum, offering a map and guide to the central skills and issues in training
- Explores the areas of vocation, skills for ministry, and issues around congregational leadership
- Each topic ends with an annotated bibliography providing an indispensable gateway to further study
- Helps students understand both the distinctive approach of their denomination and the relationship of that approach to other mainline denominations
- Advocates and defends a generous understanding of the Christian tradition in its openness and commitment to broad conversation