Author: Don McNeill Publisher: Andrews McMeel Publishing ISBN: 1449483585 Category : Religion Languages : en Pages : 226
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The Center for Social Concerns provides community-based learning courses, community-based research, and service opportunities for students and faculty and lies at the heart of the University of Notre Dame. It is a place where faith and action, service and learning, research and resolve intersect. For more than 30 years the Center has offered educational experiences in social concerns inspired by Gospel values and the Catholic social tradition so that students and faculty may better understand and respond to poverty and injustice. Through the Center's programs students, faculty, staff, and alumni are enabled to think critically about today’s complex social realities and about their responsibilities in facing them. The Second Vatican Council articulated the significance of the baptismal call to discipleship for all believers, emphasizing active participation of the laity in the life of the church in the world. Responding to that urging, the Congregation of Holy Cross dedicated themselves to intentional formation of the laity through academic study of theology and through long-term immersion at their aposolates in the United States, Peru, Chile, and Uganda. The Center for Social Concerns, founded at the University of Notre Dame in 1983 by Fr. Don McNeill, C.S.C, deepened these efforts through a combination of pastoral theology, community-based learning, and lay formation for mission. This edited volume consists of eleven firsthand accounts from those directly formed by the Center for Social Concerns' approach to pastoral theology and through post-graduate collaboration in ministry with the Congregation of the Holy Cross. These fifteen essays will hold great interest for Catholics wishing to explore the implications of Vatican II for the church's mission in the world, for undergraduate and graduate students focusing on pastoral theology and missiology, and for all the people of good drawn to explore the relationships between faith and justice, contemplation and action.
Author: James C. Howell Publisher: Presbyterian Publishing Corp ISBN: 0664236944 Category : Religion Languages : en Pages : 88
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Veteran pastor James C. Howell skillfully unpacks one of the most powerful verses in the Old Testament, Micah 6:8: "What does the Lord require of you but to do justice, and to love kindness, and to walk humbly with your God?" Howell illuminates the original context in which this verse was written, while demonstrating how it can still guide us in our lives today. A Leader's Guide is also included in this book, making it a wonderful resource for both group and individual use.
Author: Walter Brueggemann Publisher: Wipf and Stock Publishers ISBN: 1579100643 Category : Religion Languages : en Pages : 73
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In this book, an Old Testament scholar, a psychologist and a religious educator come together to reflect on the three elements of Micah 6:8. How do the scriptures require us to respond to the problems of the real world? How can we maintain love in our ministrations to others? How can we speak with real authority while still keeping our humility? The book is geared to assist believers to see how Micah 6:8 helps to provide a convergence point for praxis and spirituality.
Author: Peter Krol Publisher: ISBN: 9781949253337 Category : Languages : en Pages : 170
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Knowable Word offers a foundation on why and how to study the Bible. Through a running study Genesis 1, this new edition illustrates how to Observe, Interpret, and Apply the Scripture-and gives the vision behind each step.
Author: Joseph Smith (Jr.) Publisher: Zion's Camp Books ISBN: 0988124564 Category : Religion Languages : en Pages : 101
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This special edition of the Lectures on Faith from Zion’s Camp Books is formatted for convenience on an eReader, with more than 100 internal links to scriptures and citations. We hope it will give you a great reading experience! The Lectures on Faith were originally prepared as materials for the School of the Prophets in Kirtland, Ohio in 1834 and were included in the Doctrine and Covenants from 1835 to 1921. Although the Lectures on Faith have never been accepted as revelation by the body of the church (and so were removed from the Doctrine and Covenants in 1921), they contain important doctrinal insights that can help anyone seeking to learn more about faith and come closer to Heavenly Father and Jesus Christ. President Joseph Fielding Smith noted, “I suppose that the rising generation knows little about the Lectures on Faith. . . . In my own judgment, these Lectures are of great value and should be studied. . . . I consider them to be of extreme value in the study of the gospel of Jesus Christ.” (Joseph Fielding Smith, Seek Ye Earnestly. Salt Lake City: Deseret Book, 1970.) Elder Bruce R. McConkie of the Quorum of the Twelve Apostles has stated the lectures contain “some of the best lesson material ever prepared on the Godhead; on the character, perfections, and attributes of God; on faith, miracles, and sacrifice. They can be studied with great profit by all gospel scholars.” (Bruce R. McConkie, Mormon Doctrine. Salt Lake City: Bookcraft, 1966.)
Author: Zondervan Publisher: ISBN: 9780310432128 Category : Bible Languages : en Pages : 0
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The NIV Study Bible is the #1 bestselling study Bible in the world's most popular modern English Bible translation. This best-loved Bible features a stunning four-color interior with photographs, maps, charts, and illustrations. One look inside this white Italian Duo-Tone(TM) edition reveals why this Bible is a favorite for over 9 million people.
Author: Edward D. Andrews Publisher: Christian Publishing House ISBN: 1949586693 Category : Religion Languages : en Pages : 138
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In "Walk Humbly with Your God: Putting God's Purpose First in Your Life," readers are invited on a transformative journey to deepen their relationship with God and align their lives with His divine purpose. Through a compelling blend of biblical insight, practical wisdom, and heartfelt conviction, this book serves as a guide to anyone yearning to walk more closely with God. The chapters unfold a path of spiritual discovery, starting from the roots of our relationship with the Divine in "Walking with God in the Beginning" and moving through the many aspects of a life lived in faith. The book offers a profound look into what it means to truly walk in God's truth, teaching readers to embrace a life guided by divine principles and to maintain integrity in their faith even in the face of adversity. This profound work delves into the essence of humility in "Walk Humbly with Your God," encouraging readers to cast aside pride and embrace a simpler, more modest approach to their spiritual journey. It grapples with the realities of doubt and difficulty in chapters like "Walking with God in Spite of Doubt" and "Do Not Give Up in Your Walk with God!", providing encouragement and strategies to persevere. "Walk Humbly with Your God" does not shy away from challenging readers to examine their faith deeply, as seen in chapters like "Examine Yourselves to See Whether You Are in the Faith." It also highlights the importance of wisdom and discernment in dealing with others in "Walk in Wisdom Toward Outsiders," promoting a Christian way of life that extends beyond the walls of the church and into every interaction. Perhaps most crucially, the book culminates in the profound reflection on the role of the Holy Spirit in our daily walk with God. "Walk by the Spirit" and "Invisible Guidance: The Daily Influence of the Spirit on Our Walk" offer an in-depth understanding of how to live a life that is not only informed by Scripture but also led by the Spirit’s gentle guidance. Each chapter serves as a milestone in the believer's spiritual expedition, from choosing to walk with God to continuously moving forward in faith to never shrinking back. "Walk Humbly with Your God" is more than a book; it's a lifelong companion for anyone who seeks to live a life that is pleasing to God, filled with the joy of His presence and the peace of His guidance. Join the multitude of believers who have found in these pages a roadmap to a richer, more fulfilling relationship with Jehovah. Whether at the dawn of your spiritual journey or well along the path, this book is an invaluable resource for anyone seeking to put God's purpose first in their life.
Author: James D. Newsome Publisher: Westminster John Knox Press ISBN: 9780804201131 Category : Religion Languages : en Pages : 244
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This informative survey presents the Old Testament prophets in an orderly format, making them accessible and understandable to readers of the Bible. The key feature of this introductory volume is the systematic outline and form. Each chapter summarizes the essential element of the prophet's message. The reader will have a basic foundation on which to build a growing understanding.
Author: Deborah A. Goshorn-Stenger Publisher: 2 Pause & Praise Creations ISBN: 1954690312 Category : Religion Languages : en Pages : 110
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Do you want to know why God directed us to love Him and others? Are you seeking to know Him in an intimate way? Would you like to delve deeper into Scripture to learn and grow in your faith? Love the Lord Your God invites you to journey through God's precious Word to learn and grow in the knowledge of Who He is, to love Him and others as He encourages us to do! Features: * 70 Original Biblical “Pray-It-Through” Devotional/Prayers * 7 Interactive Bible Studies. * A Special Study on the Ten Commandments. * Beautifully illustrated sketch art. Love the Lord Your God is ideal as a Daily Devotional! Ready to get started? Download your Copy Today! Important Note: For your best reading experience, we recommend you view this E-book on a Tablet, desktop computer, or large phone in single-page Portrait mode.
Author: Beverly S. Bailey Publisher: CSS Publishing ISBN: 0788023160 Category : Religion Languages : en Pages : 198
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The church is a wonderful place to use all of our God-given senses, and this inspiring collection of liturgical resources utilizes art, music, drama, silence, and even aromas to retell the marvelous story of God's covenantal relationships with humankind. As a starting-off place for pastors and worship planners, this innovative workbook is certain to keep the creative juices flowing with new methods of making worship moving and relevant for all your parishioners. For each Sunday there's a complete selection of written liturgical material (calls to worship, prayers, choral readings, and benedictions) to supplement and strengthen your worship services -- all specifically tailored to the week's scripture readings. But that's not all! There's also a wealth of musical suggestions, including hymns chosen from a variety of denominational hymnals and appropriate anthems for the choir. By focusing all of the elements of worship in ways that really connect with the people in your pews, these resources will breathe new life into the scriptures. Anyone who contributes to worshipers hearing the Good News -- pastors, musicians, artists, lay readers, and directors of drama groups -- should have a copy of this must-have volume in their library. Beverly S. Bailey is a certified Christian educator and an ordained elder in the Presbyterian Church (USA). She is currently the director of Christian education at Rockville United Church, a congregation affiliated with both the PCUSA and the United Church of Christ, and she has been a musician or educator at six churches in the metropolitan Washington DC, area. Bailey served as the workshop leader for a "Creative Worship Techniques" class at the 2002 Interim Ministry National Conference, and she has led workshops for the Association of Presbyterian Church Educators. Bailey is also a partner in New Paths to Ministry, a group of artists and educators who lead workshops and retreats on merging faith and the arts. A former staff writer for Homiletics magazine, Bailey was part of the creative team for the Something Old, Something New curriculum series (Abingdon Press). She earned a B.M.E. from Baker University in Baldwin, Kansas, and an M.A. in Christian Education from Union Theological Seminary/Presbyterian School of Christian Education in Richmond, Virginia.
Author: Don McNeill
Author: James C. Howell
Author: Walter Brueggemann
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Author: James D. Newsome
Author: Deborah A. Goshorn-Stenger
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