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A Newsman Remembered is not just the story of the life of Ralph
Burdette Jordan (RBJ - or "Jock") - who was a remarkable
newspaperman/motion picture publicist/war correspondent. It is also
a glimpse into an era of American social and political history that
is now, unfortunately, largely forgotten if not discarded. The
compelling personalities with whom he engaged- Aimee Semple
McPherson, William Randolph Hearst, Louis B. Mayer, General Douglas
MacArthur - are but fading memories which this book briefly
restores. The first half of the 20th century began as an era of
optimism that encompassed a belief that working hard - along with
seizing the "main chance" - would produce social, professional and
financial success. Ralph Jordan certainly exuded that optimism in
everything that he encountered in his short life. Along with his
contemporaries, moving into the great (largely ill-defined) middle
class was his overarching goal. Within this goal, family life was
an important ingredient for him - marriage in his day was still a
partnership with clearly defined marital roles and expectations.
Ralph and Mary's marriage reflected that domestic configuration.
Religious faith - if not always observed to the letter - also
formed an important part of their family life. It could not be
otherwise for them and those other largely third-generation
descendants of Mormon pioneers (and their non-Mormon
contemporaries) with whom they associated. These so-called Mormon
second- and third-generation diasporans were willing - even eager -
to leave behind them the remoteness of what was then described as
"Zion," to seek more promising futures elsewhere, retaining as best
they could their unique heritage. Thus, Ralph Jordan's story is
indeed a "life and times" story worth telling
This is a thoroughly revised and updated standard work on the Canon
law of the Roman Catholic Church and the Church of England. This
highly useful book provides quick reference and accessibility to
the current canon law of both churches. The entry for every
canonical term presents its definition and the law relating to it
in each canon. There are cross-references throughout to help the
reader make further significant connections. Also included are
terms not easily translated across the two canons, and some common
terms from the Eastern Catholic Church. The appendices contain
changes to the Universal law of the Roman Catholic Church which are
outside the 1983 Code of Canon law. At a time when Christians are
increasingly working side by side, this is an essential resource
for pastoral workers, scholars and clergy in all the churches. For
this new edition the content has been significantly updated and
revised. Of the now 466 entries in this book, 80 have been updated
or added newly.
Published early in the reign of Queen Elizabeth I, of England, only
five years after the death of the Roman Catholic Queen Mary, the
work is an affirmation of the Protestant Reformation in England
during the ongoing period of religious conflict between Catholics
and Protestants. Since the English monarchs also asserted control
over the Church in England, a change in rulers could change the
legal status of religious practices. As a consequence, adherents of
one religion risked judicial execution by the State depending on
the attitudes of the rulers. During Mary's reign, common people of
Christian faith were publicly burned at the stake in an attempt to
eliminate dissension from Catholic doctrines. Foxe's account of
Mary's reign and the martyrdoms that took place during it
contributed very significantly to the belief in a distinction from
the Roman Catholic Church and the Pope as a central aspect of
English national identity. By compiling his record, Foxe intended
to demonstrate a historical justification for the foundation of the
Church of England as a contemporary embodiment of the true and
faithful church, rather than as a newly established Christian
denomination. Wilder Publications is a green publisher. All of our
books are printed to order. This reduces waste and helps us keep
prices low while greatly reducing our impact on the environment.
There is widespread fear of a resurgence of ritualistic human
sacrifice in many parts of Africa and this situation looks as
though it will continue to cause fierce doubt among rational
thinkers. It is argued that the ghosts of the 1930s have returned.
The author seeks to establish whether there is any link between
ritual murder and the historical, traditional religious beliefs
that were abolished during the missionary period and are today
argued by elderly respondents as being the source of the resurgence
of ritual murder, related to suppressed beliefs and wider economic
influences. This book will address the key issues relevant to this
context systematically, such as the acceptability of corruption in
cultural development, the impact of the deterioration in moral
values and the problem of faking culture as an assumed means of
success. The impact of changes in society will also be analysed and
considered as a question that should guide national developments in
the global influence of commercialisation and fear. The author
examines how (European) missionary teaching abolished every
existing African belief and value, which were the bonds that united
people. As a result of annihilating these beliefs and values,
communities descended into immorality, corruption and lack of
communal responsibility. This book is a unique and valuable
resource for the churches and for secular groups concerned with the
way in which ritualistic beliefs are increasingly endangering human
lives and have led to a worsening moral deterioration in society in
general.
Many are longing for historical connectedness and for theology that
is "not tied to the whims of contemporary culture, but to
apostolic-era understandings of Christian faith and practice." They
also yearn for rhythms and routines that build spiritual health.
Still others are responding to a call to participate in worship
rather than merely sitting back and looking at a stage. Liturgy
offers all of this and more. In this book Todd Hunter chronicles
his journey from the Jesus People movement and national leadership
in the Vineyard to eventually becoming an Anglican Bishop. Along
the way he explains why an evangelical Christian might be drawn to
the liturgical way. Curious about the meaning of liturgy? Come and
discover what may be waiting for you there.
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Tract 90: Newman's apology for the Catholic interpretation of the
Articles of Religion.
How should we react when those whom we trust to teach faithful
biblical Christianity fail us? As Christians what are we to do when
the church embraces and blesses a false gospel? Where does loyalty
lie-with the institution and its leaders or with Jesus, Head and
King of His church? A former pastor in the Anglican Church of
Canada describes how he and his congregation faced these daunting
questions, struggled to discern the truth and made their painful
choice. "Three forces combined are progressively disintegrating the
Anglican Church of Canada: relativistic liberal theology,
idolatrous institutional defensiveness, and manipulative episcopal
autocracy. This honest, restrained, sombre narrative illustrates
all three. The scene that unfolds is unspeakably sad, and brings
only dishonour to our Lord Jesus Christ." - J.I. Packer, Professor
of Theology, Regent College "The word betrayed comes readily to the
lips of many who were so deeply immersed in the life, worship and
witness of the Anglican Church of Canada. Many of us struggle with
the question, 'How could this departure from scriptural standards
have happened with so little organized outcry from those in
leadership positions during those relatively few years? This
powerful book, The Bishop or the King, by Ron Corcoran faces this
catastrophe head-on and confronts the situations and personalities
that have brought about this destruction from within and exposes
the sad apathy that hastened this descent." - The Right Reverend
Donald F. Harvey, Moderator, Anglican Network in Canada Ron
Corcoran is the pastor of Christ the King Anglican Church, which is
a member of the Anglican Network in Canada and is located in
Victoria, British Columbia, Canada. He has been an Anglican
minister for twenty two years. Ron is married to Deirdre. This is
his second book. Any proceeds from this writing will be devoted to
the fight against AIDS in Africa.
In Nine Volumes. This scarce antiquarian book is included in our
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Richard Rolle of Hampole, the first of the four great 14th century
English contemplative authors, is often called, with justice, "the
father of English mysticism." For him the life of contemplation was
essentially a musical state, and song, rightly understood, embraced
every aspect of the soul's communion with reality. Sudden outbursts
of lyrical speech and direct appeals to musical imagery abound in
his writings, as in those of no other mystic; and this constitutes
their outstanding literary characteristic, as he declares himself
at the very dawning of his mystical vision: "Looking to heaven with
my whole desire, Suddenly, I know not in what manner, I felt in me
upwelling noise of song, A surging, most liking, heavenly melody
Which dwelt thereafter with me in my mind."
Written in a time of plague and persecution, Julian of Norwich's
Revelation of Love grapples with the problem of evil and the
challenge it presents to those who wish to believe in a loving God.
Julian's sixteen revelations about sin and redemption are some of
the first theological works written in English. While her
reassuring wisdom has gained in popularity over time, her struggles
to reconcile her inner questioning with the teachings she had
received through the church and through her mystical visions will
also ring true to many readers today. In this new version,
Elisabeth Dutton preserves the beauty and ambiguity in the original
language, while rendering this classic accessible to modern
readers. Dutton's introduction provides essential background
information on Julian of Norwich, explores her role as a woman in
church, and sheds light on how her ideas relate to modern issues.
'Puritans', says J I Packer, 'saw themselves as God's pilgrims,
travelling home, God's warriors, battling against the world, the
flesh, and the devil, and God's servants, under orders to do all
the good they could as they went along'. In this fi rst compilation
of St. Antholin's Lectures we are brought face to face with those
heroes of the past and are encouraged to apply their godly wisdom
in our own day. * J.I.Packer: A Man For All Ministries: Richard
Baxter 1615-1691 * Geoffrey Cox: The Rediscovery and Renewal of the
Local Church: The Puritan Vision * Alister E McGrath: Evangelical
Spirituality: Past Glories, Present Hopes, Future Possibilities *
Gavin J McGrath: 'But We Preach Christ Crucified': The Cross of
Christ in the pastoral theology of John Owen 1616-1683 * Peter
Jensen: Using the Shield of Faith: Puritan Attitudes to Combat with
Satan * J. I. Packer: An Anglican to Remember - William Perkins:
Puritan Popularizer * Bruce Winter: Pilgrim's Progress and
Contemporary Evangelical Piety * Peter Adam: A Church 'Halfly
Reformed': The Puritan Dilemma * J.I.Packer: The Pilgrim's
Principles: John Bunyan Revisited * Ashley Null: Conversion to
Communion: Thomas Cranmer on a Favourite Puritan Theme The series
is edited by Lee Gatiss, and opens with his introduction: To
Satisfy the People's Hunger for the Word: St. Antholin's as the
Prototype Puritan Lectureship.
A flower of mystical insight from 14c. England, this book records
the visions and prescient theological world-view of Julian, an
anchoress at Norwich. Her unique and visceral retelling of both the
birthing and the dying of Christ, the first book to be written in
English by a woman, has never been excelled in the clarity and
eloquence of its language. Here, preserving the humility of the
original in a modern idiom, is a metered poetic version of her
revelations: ...she who's Mother of our Savior Is mother of all who
shall be saved; And our Savior our very Mother, In whom we are
endlessly born Yet never shall come out of him.
A treasured resource for traditional Anglicans and other people who
appreciate the majesty of King James-style language. It features a
Presentation section containing certificates for the rites of
Baptism, Confirmation, and Marriage.
"With our American Philosophy and Religion series, Applewood
reissues many primary sources published throughout American
history. Through these books, scholars, interpreters, students, and
non-academics alike can see the thoughts and beliefs of Americans
who came before us."
This scarce antiquarian book is a selection from Kessinger
Publishing's Legacy Reprint Series. Due to its age, it may contain
imperfections such as marks, notations, marginalia and flawed
pages. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we
have made it available as part of our commitment to protecting,
preserving, and promoting the world's literature. Kessinger
Publishing is the place to find hundreds of thousands of rare and
hard-to-find books with something of interest for everyone
This scarce antiquarian book is a selection from Kessinger
Publishing's Legacy Reprint Series. Due to its age, it may contain
imperfections such as marks, notations, marginalia and flawed
pages. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we
have made it available as part of our commitment to protecting,
preserving, and promoting the world's literature. Kessinger
Publishing is the place to find hundreds of thousands of rare and
hard-to-find books with something of interest for everyone!
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What motivated the men who gave us our Bible in English? Much of
the answer lies in the turbulent religious history of the era, but
there are clues which can be found in the prefaces published with
each new edition. This collection of the prefaces to the main
translations of the Bible into English between 1525 and 1611 has
been prepared to coincide with the four-hundredth anniversary of
the fi rst edition of the Authorised or King James Version. An
introductory chapter delineates the key events, and this is
followed by each of the texts, with notes indicating the sources of
the various quotations and allusions. This collection therefore
provides the historical and theological ancestry of a much loved
translation, and readers can hardly fail to be challenged by the
spiritual concerns of the translators. Gerald Bray is Director of
Research for the Latimer Trust. Prior to this appointment he taught
church history and historical theology at Beeson Divinity School,
Samford University from 1993, having previously served as lecturer
in theology and philosophy at Oak Hill College in London.
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