Die Untersuchung beschaftigt sich mit den Schulfahrten an den Katholischen Gymnasien im Bistum Osnabruck und stellt die Frage, ob diese damit ihrem schulischen Auftrag nachkommen. Dabei tragt der Autor zunachst zur Weiterentwicklung der Pilger- und Wallfahrtstheologie bei, indem er die Ursprunge des Pilgerns und des Wallfahrens herleitet, in den Kontext der Kirchengeschichte stellt und sie an den Erfahrungen der untersuchten Schulfahrten reflektiert. Er pladiert hier fur eine Differenzierung zwischen Pilgern und Wallfahren, die sich in unterschiedlichen Konzepten der Durchfuhrung niederschlagt. Um die Frage nach der Relevanz fur eine Pilger- oder Wallfahrt an einer Schule zu beantworten, zeigt Andreas Gautier zunachst die Motivation von Schulgrundungen auf. Hier werden Unterschiede zwischen Katholischer Kirche und Staat als Trager deutlich. Diese umfassen das Bildungs- und Erziehungsverstandnis, was wiederum unterschiedliche Antworten auf die Frage liefert, ob Pilgern oder Wallfahren dem schulischen Auftrag gerecht wird. Der empirische Teil, dem eine quantitative Erhebung zugrunde liegt, untermauert diese Herleitung und zeigt weitergehende Implikationen fur eine Umsetzung auf.

Der Autor konzipiert "Interreligioese Religionspadagogik" auf interdisziplinaren Grundlagen. Sein Konzept bezieht sich auf das Verhaltnis zur deutschen Minderheit der Muslime. Es bietet zugleich Raum fur den allgemeinen interreligioesen Dialog. Die Grundlagen stammen aus der Sozialisationsforschung sowie der Anthropologie von Martin Buber. Erkenntnistheoretisch folgt die Studie wichtigen Positionen der Kognitionspsychologie und Naturwissenschaften. Damit schafft sie ein religioeses Bewusstsein fur individuelle Selbstfindung im Glauben und befahigt, religioese Differenzen konstruktiv zu verarbeiten. Dieses Konzept mundet in einer Theologie des Weges, die im religioesen Leben (Mystik, Meditation, Tao) seit jeher eine grosse Rolle spielte und fur den zukunftigen interreligioesen Dialog entscheidend sein wird.

Der Autor erforscht die Anwendungsdynamiken des islamischen Rechts (fiqh) in wandelnden Kontexten anhand der Werke von Hayreddin Karaman, einem beruhmten islamischen Rechtsgelehrten in der Turkei. Dabei analysiert er die Entwicklungen chronologisch seit dem Beginn in der Prophetenperiode und die wissenschaftlichen Entfaltungen der Nachfolgezeit bis in die sakulare Postmoderne. Anhand der diachronischen Forschungsmethode untersucht der Autor die innovative fiqh-Anwendung bei Karaman und zeigt seine Methode auf. Es geht hierbei um die Anknupfung an die Tradition und die daraus gewonnene Innovation in ihrem wissenschaftlich-argumentativen Diskurs. Auf kritischer Grundlage begegnet Karaman den Herausforderungen eines innovativen Aufschwungs in der sakularen Postmoderne.

Lots of people think Christianity is all about doing what Jesus says. But what if doing what Jesus says isn t what Jesus says to do at all? Jesus invitation is an invitation to relationship, and it begins with a simple request: follow me.

Religion says Change and you can join us. Jesus says, Join us and you will change. There s a huge difference. Jesus doesn t expect people to be perfect. He just wants them to follow him. Being a sinner doesn t disqualify anyone. Being an unbeliever doesn t disqualify anyone. In fact, following almost always begins with a sinner and unbeliever taking one small step.

In this eight-session video-based Bible study, Andy Stanley takes small groups on a journey through the Gospels as he traces Jesus teaching on what it means to follow.

Sessions include:

• Jesus Says
• Next Steps
• Fearless
• Follow Wear
• The Fine Print
• What I Want to Want
• Leading Great
• Unfollowers

Designed for use with Follow: A DVD Study (sold separately)."

What Does It Take to Be a Godly Man? Every young boy dreams about what he wants to be when he grows up. Some have goals of becoming an astronaut, or a fireman, or a professional athlete. But what does it take to be a "man"? How does a young person get there?

In this six-session video-based curriculum, NFL All-Pro, sports analyst, and businessman Tim Brown uses experiences from his life to teach men the principles and priorities he has learned for leading a life that honors God. Through his stories of struggling with God, overcoming temptations, and discovering what it takes to be a good husband and father, he shares what true manhood is all about and what guys must do to attain it. These principles have helped Tim lead a life of honor and integrity that has made him one of the most respected men in the world of sports.

"The Making of a Man" will not only inspire men of all ages but also challenge them to measure their lives and success by a higher standard.

Designed for use with "The Making of a Man: A Video-based Study "(978-0529-11308-5)" "

Samuel Wilberforce (1805-1873) was a Church of England bishop and renowned orator. Originally published in 1908, this edition presents a series of stories and religious allegories for children written by Wilberforce. It will be of value to anyone with an interest in the writings of Wilberforce, Christianity and books for children.

So you believe in God. Now what?

Just before he left, Jesus sent his followers into the world with a revolutionary mission: to change the world by proclaiming God's truth and demonstrating his incredible love. But the single task he gave us to accomplish remains "unfinished."

In this six-session small group Bible study, bestselling author Rich Stearns takes you and your small group on a breathtaking journey to rediscover the critical mission of Christ in our world today and the richness of God's calling on our lives.

Why are you here, what is your purpose, and where do you fit in the bigger story that God is writing? How should your faith affect your career, your money, your families, and your life? And why does it matter? You will find your deepest purpose only when you discover the unique role God created for you to play in his unfolding story.

The six sessions include: The Meaning of Life and Other Important Things, Magic Kingdom, Tragic Kingdom and the Kingdom of God, The Invitation of God, We Were Made For More, Spiritual Dominos, God's Great Adventure for Your Life

Many children today are growing up in the midst of adversity, whether brought on by family difficulties or larger societal crises. All children need to be able to deal with stress, cope with challenges, and persevere through disappointments. While we cannot protect children from all hardships, we can promote healthy development that fosters resilience. In this interdisciplinary work, Holly Catterton Allen builds a bridge between resilience studies and children's spiritual formation. Because children are spiritual beings, those who work with them can cultivate spiritual practices that are essential to their thriving in challenging times. This book equips educators, counselors, children's ministers, and parents with ways of developing children's spirituality to foster the resilience needed to face the ordinary hardships of childhood and to persevere when facing trauma. It offers particular insight into the spiritual experiences of children who have been hurt by life through chronic illness, disability, abuse, or disasters, with resources for healing and hope.

and other questions about who He is and what He does.