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The Great 50 Days
The Daily Office from Easter to Pentecost
Language: English
Release Date: January 1, 2007
Like its companion volume, 40 Days, this book is intended to be an accessible, doable, toe-in-the-water introduction to the private recitation of the daily office. It will contain rite two Morning and Evening Prayer from the Book of Common Prayer, the Psalter as prescribed and edited for each day...
What Happens When We Die?
A Little Book of Guidance
Language: English
Release Date: August 1, 2017
• A straightforward treatment of the only existential issue that matters from the Christian perspective • The author is a renowned preacher, esteemed homiletician, and well-published author In What Happens When We Die? Tom Long provides information about the promises and convictions of the Christian...
All Desires Known
Third Edition
Language: English
Release Date: January 1, 2006
A classic and indispensable resource for public worship and private devotion that speaks to people across a range of traditions—both within and beyond the church. Composed in response to the desire for worship language of worship that’s inclusive of women's experience yet deeply rooted in the...
by Darlene O'Dell
Language: English
Release Date: April 1, 2014
Language: English
Release Date: April 1, 2014
• To release at the 40th anniversary of the ordinations Darlene O’Dell tells the story of the historic ordination, introducing us to the 11 women involved, the paths that brought them together on that day—and what has changed (or not changed) in the life of the church over the intervening years.
Christ's Own Forever Parent-God Parent Journal
Episcopal Baptism of Infants and Young Children
Language: English
Release Date: May 1, 2003
Christ's Own Forever is a unique resource developed with the varying needs of Episcopal communities of all sizes in mind. Flexible session plans are ideal for both one-on-one conversations with parents or meetings that include several families together. This interactive journal is designed to first...
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Language: English
Release Date: April 1, 2007
Language: English
Release Date: April 1, 2007
We hear about heaven and the supernatural on late-night TV far more often than in church, and many Christians never hear it mentioned seriously from the pulpit. Everyone has something to say about their hopes and fears for the afterlife, but the topic of eternity is usually left to the talk shows....
Radical Love
An Introduction to Queer Theology
Language: English
Release Date: March 1, 2011
An exploration of the teachings of Jesus in relation to the LGBTQ community that “helps readers welcome a theology that leaves no one behind” (Chris Glaser, author of Coming Out as Sacrament).
A common claim, on both on the political right and left, is that Christianity is incompatible...
I Will With God's Help Adult Journal
Episcopal Confirmation for Youth and Adult
Language: English
Release Date: July 1, 2000
This confirmation program, based on the Baptismal Covenant from The Book of Common Prayer, encourages youth and adults to share their own faith journeys. Adaptable for six- to twelve-week programs, confirmation retreats or conferences. Easy-to-use session plans include many interactive activities...
The Complete Guide to Godly Play
Volume 8
Language: English
Release Date: August 1, 2012
The eight volumes of Godly Play invite children from ages 3 to 12 (and beyond) to enter into a deeper and more spontaneous and playful relationship with God. Based on the Montessori method, Godly Play uses a purposeful telling of lessons and stories, engaging storytelling materials and the community...
Baptism & Beyond Parent Guide
Preparing for Baptism and Nurturing Your Child's Spirituality
Language: English
Release Date: July 1, 2000
Baptism and Beyond is a sacramental preparation resource for Catholic parishes. The Baptism and Beyond Parent Guide helps parents to understand the sacrament of baptism and also develop skills to foster the spiritual development of their child in the years between baptism and first eucharist. Part...
Embracing the Prophets in Contemporary Culture
Walter Brueggemann on Confronting Today's "Pharaohs"
Language: English
Release Date: January 1, 2012
Embracing the Prophets in Contemporary Culture is a six-session small group church study for adults and young adults incorporating a Participant Workbook and a DVD. This eBook is of the Participant Workbook with the corresponding Small Group DVD available separately. The Participant Workbook is available...
Peculiar Faith
Queer Theology for Christian Witness
Language: English
Release Date: March 1, 2014
• Designed for both church and academic audiences • Ecumenical appeal Residing at the intersection of constructive theology and critical social theory, this book provides a resource for both students and clergy to reinterpret Christian theology and re-imagine Christian faith in the twenty-first...
Christ's Own Forever Leader Guide
Episcopal Baptism of Infants and Young Children
Language: English
Release Date: May 1, 2003
The Leader's Guide combines practical exercises with inspiring reflections on the experiences of individuals involved with baptism. Clergy and lay people will find a wealth of ideas, tips, and discussion starters to help parents and godparents make informed and committed choices on behalf of their...
Embracing an Alternative Orthodoxy
Richard Rohr on the Legacy of St. Francis
Language: English
Release Date: April 1, 2014
Embracing an Alternative Orthodoxy is a five-session small group church study for adults and young adults incorporating a Participant Workbook and a DVD. This eBook is of the Participant Workbook with the corresponding Small Group DVD available separately. The Participant Workbook is available in...