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Amidst a catastrophic civil war that began in 1983 and ended in
2005, many Dinka people in Sudan repudiated their inherited
religious beliefs and embraced a vibrant Anglican faith.
Christianity and Catastrophe in South Sudan chronicles the
emergence of this grassroots religious movement, arguing that
Christianity offered the Dinka new resources that allowed them to
cope with a rapidly changing world and provided answers to the
spiritual questions that war raised. Christianity and Catastrophe
in South Sudan is rooted in extensive fieldwork in South Sudan,
complemented by research in the archives of South Sudanese churches
and international humanitarian organizations. The result is a
detailed profile of what Christianity means to a society in the
middle of intense crisis and trauma, with a particular focus on the
roles of young people and women, and the ways in which the arrival
of a new faith transformed existing religious traditions.
Christianity and Catastrophe in South Sudan stakes out a new field
of inquiry in African Christianity. Jesse Zink has written a
must-read for all interested in the ongoing crises in Africa and,
in particular, the vexed relationship between violence and
religion.
Austin Farrer is often called the one genius the Church of England
produced in the 20th Century. His innovative ideas crossed a host
of theological disciplines. Assessing his continuing importance and
introducing him to a new generation of readers, Austin Farrer for
Today brings together a stellar collection of writers to reflect on
Farrer's contribution to biblical theology, philosophy, language,
doctrine, prayer and preaching. Chapters include: *Rowan Williams
on Farrer as a doctrinal theologian *Morwenna Ludlow on Farrer's
language and symbolism *Jane Shaw on Farrer as preacher *John
Barton, on typology in Farrer
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This report from the Faith and Order Commission explores the idea
of 'witness' in the life of the church. It is intended as a
theological resource to encourage Christians to think of themselves
as witnesses, ready to speak of what they have seen and heard, but
also to listen with humility. With practical case studies from
church communities around England, it offers examples to inspire
readers to go further, imagining how they and their churches might
witness more richly, as well as put their dreams into action.
Designed for churches and small groups to study together, it also
includes reflections on the case studies and questions to help
readers put their thinking into practice.
A Time for Creation encourages us to praise God for his creation,
take responsibility for our actions, repent of our misuse of
natural resources and hear the voice of creation itself in our
prayer. Drawing together texts from Common Worship with newly
commissioned material, it offers liturgies for all times and
occasions when there is a focus on creation - in daily prayer,
services of the word, school assemblies, eucharistic celebrations
and seasonal services to mark the agricultural year. It has been
compiled by the Liturgical Commission of the Church of England and
is designed to provide its parishes, schools and chaplaincies with
a rich selection of resources for worship and prayer.
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