|
Showing 1 - 25 of
27 matches in All Departments
Skepticism about Christianity abounds. Building on the work of
Charles Taylor, Ian S. Markham argues that contemporary skepticism
is more a mood than an intellectual repudiation of Christian
theology. In its attempt to accommodate science, the church too
often opts for deistic responses that take the spiritual out of the
material. Against this response, Markham argues for a rich,
imaginative account of the world that is grounded in Christian
revelation, and affirms spiritual causation, angels, and the
reality of the saints. It is a clarion call for the Western church
to learn from the church in the Global South and create a rich
theology that lives up to its professed values as a genuinely
inclusive church.
Too often interfaith dialogue is generic and unfocused. Often it
involves 'liberals' from each tradition coming together to
criticize the 'conservatives' in their own traditions. This book
provides a model for interfaith dialogue that challenges very
directly the 'dialogue industry'. This book involves a Christian
theologian in deep conversation with a Muslim theologian.
Bediuzzaman Said Nursi (1877-1960) was born at the end of the
Ottoman Empire and lived through the emergence of an aggressive
secular state. He had to think through, in remarkably creative
ways, the challenge of faith within a secular environment, the
relationship of faith and politics, and the implications and
challenge of diversity and difference. His entire project is
captured in his magnum opus 'The Risale-i Nur'. In the first eight
chapters of this book, we engage closely with the thought of Nursi
and tease out insights that Christians can learn from and
accommodate. Having established the method, the second section of
the book examines the precise implications for the interfaith
movement. The problem with the interfaith movement is that it is an
act of western cultural imperialism - they are taking the
individualist assumptions of modern America and imposing them on
the conversation. The problems with John Hick's and Leonard
Swidler's approach are exposed. Moving out from Islam, the book
then demonstrates how the model of interfaith changes when
Christians are in conversation with Hinduism in India. A new set of
Dialogue Ten Commandments are suggested. The book concludes with an
appeal for a commitment to include and reach the 'conservatives' in
the major religious traditions.
An accessible Q&A introduction to the Episcopal Church Use with
new members, as a confirmation resource, and in youth and adult
study groups Written by two established and well-recognized figures
in the Episcopal Church Everybody enjoys a simple Q&A: it
provides a quick, easy, and non-threatening way to learn perfect
for today s busy lifestyle. Yet, with Episcopal Questions,
Episcopal Answers, we re also dealing with some of the most central
and compelling elements of the faith. Sample questions of the new
work include: What do Episcopalians believe about the Bible? Why do
Episcopalians practice infant baptism? Why does God permit evil and
suffering? What are the sacraments of the Episcopal Church? Is it
acceptable for a Bishop to question the Virgin Birth? Why is the
Prayer Book so important to Episcopalians? What is the relationship
between the Prayer Book and the Bible? What is the Anglican
Communion? How did the Episcopal Church come to be? How are
decisions made in the Episcopal Church? "
Contemporary Islamic thinkers are often studied sociologically
rather than as theologians. There are many accessible introductions
to Christian theologians, but very few such studies of Islamic
thinkers. This book, and this series, seeks to change this
situation: offering new introductions to influential Islamic
thinkers and engaging, at the level of ideas, with the rich depths
of contemporary Islamic theology. This book introduces to the
English-speaking world the leading modern Islamic thinker Said
Nursi (1878-1960) - who has some nine million followers in modern
day Turkey and around the world. After an opening chapter that
provides an overview of his life, the next four chapters outline
the theology of Nursi on God, the Qur'an, the West and Politics.
The final section provides an invaluable resource of readings from
Nursi's most important writings. Providing an introduction to a
major form of Islam which is committed to non-violence, dialogue
and constructive relationships with the West, this is the first
student textbook to introduce a contemporary Islamic theologian in
a systematic way.
Contemporary Islamic thinkers are often studied sociologically
rather than as theologians. There are many accessible introductions
to Christian theologians, but very few such studies of Islamic
thinkers. This book, and this series, seeks to change this
situation: offering new introductions to influential Islamic
thinkers and engaging, at the level of ideas, with the rich depths
of contemporary Islamic theology. This book introduces to the
English-speaking world the leading modern Islamic thinker Said
Nursi (1878-1960) - who has some nine million followers in modern
day Turkey and around the world. After an opening chapter that
provides an overview of his life, the next four chapters outline
the theology of Nursi on God, the Qur'an, the West and Politics.
The final section provides an invaluable resource of readings from
Nursi's most important writings. Providing an introduction to a
major form of Islam which is committed to non-violence, dialogue
and constructive relationships with the West, this is the first
student textbook to introduce a contemporary Islamic theologian in
a systematic way.
Too often interfaith dialogue is generic and unfocused. Often it
involves 'liberals' from each tradition coming together to
criticize the 'conservatives' in their own traditions. This book
provides a model for interfaith dialogue that challenges very
directly the 'dialogue industry'. This book involves a Christian
theologian in deep conversation with a Muslim theologian.
Bediuzzaman Said Nursi (1877-1960) was born at the end of the
Ottoman Empire and lived through the emergence of an aggressive
secular state. He had to think through, in remarkably creative
ways, the challenge of faith within a secular environment, the
relationship of faith and politics, and the implications and
challenge of diversity and difference. His entire project is
captured in his magnum opus 'The Risale-i Nur'. In the first eight
chapters of this book, we engage closely with the thought of Nursi
and tease out insights that Christians can learn from and
accommodate. Having established the method, the second section of
the book examines the precise implications for the interfaith
movement. The problem with the interfaith movement is that it is an
act of western cultural imperialism - they are taking the
individualist assumptions of modern America and imposing them on
the conversation. The problems with John Hick's and Leonard
Swidler's approach are exposed. Moving out from Islam, the book
then demonstrates how the model of interfaith changes when
Christians are in conversation with Hinduism in India. A new set of
Dialogue Ten Commandments are suggested. The book concludes with an
appeal for a commitment to include and reach the 'conservatives' in
the major religious traditions.
The three chapters of Why Suffering? attempt to provide a gentle
exploration of how we can respond to a complex issue that has
baffled and bothered humanity throughout the ages: Why does a good,
all-powerful, and loving God permit evil and suffering? The opening
chapter examines the challenge in some depth, while the two
additional chapters set forth a Christian response that is grounded
in the disclosure of God in Christ on the cross.
In clear, accessible language, Markham demonstrates how the liturgy
of The Episcopal Church can enable us to cope more effectively with
the stresses and strains of modern life. This book is a delightful
introduction to the movement and flow of Episcopal services and
demonstrates how the liturgy can transform human lives. Markham
shows persuasively how the whole purpose of the Christian liturgy
is to provide us with the resources to enable God to facilitate
healthy and authentic living.
Skepticism about Christianity abounds. Building on the work of
Charles Taylor, Ian S. Markham argues that contemporary skepticism
is more a mood than an intellectual repudiation. In its attempt to
accommodate science, the church too often opts for deistic
responses that take the spiritual out of the material. Against this
response, Markham argues for a rich, imaginative account of the
world that is grounded in Christian revelation, and affirms
spiritual causation, angels, and the reality of the saints. It is a
clarion call for the Western church to learn from the church in the
Global South and create a rich theology that lives up to its
professed values as a genuinely inclusive church.
This companion brings together a team of contemporary theologians
and writers to provide substantial introductions to the key people
who shaped the Christian story and tradition. * A substantial
reference work, bringing together over 75 entries on the most
important and influential theologians in the history of
Christianity * Structured accessibly around five periods: early
centuries, middle ages, reformation period, the Enlightenment, and
the twentieth-century to the present * A to Z entries range from
substantial essays to shorter overviews, each of which locates the
theologian in their immediate context, summarizes the themes of
their work, and explains their significance * Covers a broad span
of theologians, from Augustine to Thomas Aquinas, through to C. S.
Lewis, James Cone, and Rosemary Radford Reuther * Provides profiles
of key Catholic, protestant, evangelical, and progressive
theologians * Includes a useful timeline to orientate the reader,
reading lists, and a glossary of key terms
Spanning all 3 years of the lectionary cycle, this book provides a
welcome tool for the renewal of preaching from the gospel readings.
In a concise, uniform, and simple format, the authors provide a
thematic summary of the gospel, list several possible points for
preaching, and offer a humorous story for the week that illumines
the deeper meaning of the biblical text. Lectionary Levity also
functions as a practical manual on how to use humor in preaching
and allows the reader to view the gospel in a different light so as
to enliven the worship experience. A treasure trove of biblical
insights, homiletical helps, and just good humor!
A collection of provocative, inspiring, and thoughtful essays about
the place of politics in the pulpit. This book is the first
collection of essays to explore the question: is there room for
politics from the pulpit? In response to an increasingly polarized
society, preachers grapple with the call to witness a unifying
Truth in a world where truth appears subjective. While many
congregations respond positively to social and political themes in
sermons, others do not. Episcopalians in the conservative minority
may be uncomfortable with political-themed preaching, while liberal
Episcopalians demand a political message from the pulpit. What is a
preacher to do when the Episcopal Church is no more immune to the
temptation of polarization than the secular world? Contributors to
this volume serve in a variety of contexts and bring with them
their own distinct styles and visions. Anyone with an interest in
the practical implications addressing the current political climate
from the pulpit will find these essays provocative, inspiring, and
thoughtful. Contributors: Samuel G. Chandler, Sarah T. Condon, Alex
Dyer, Crystal J. Hardin, Ruthanna Hooke, Mark Jefferson, Russell J.
Levenson Jr., Ian Markham, Phoebe Roaf, Stephanie Spellers, Samuel
Wells
• Practical guide to church community life Taking the approach of
Michael Pollan’s Food Rules, Community Rules seeks to distill the
basics of “good church” into a set of memorable rules. Working
with three sections, the authors draw on their years of combined
experience in academic and church administration to identify the
basic Christian principles that underpin Episcopal community and
then apply them to actions and relationships. The book seeks to
explicate the best personnel practices, as well as good governance
and communal life together, alongside a framing within the
Christian worldview. The goal is to provide a text that can serve
as a guide for any and all members of a parish, most especially
those who serve on vestries or as volunteers.
This easy-to-use guide can be used as a confirmation resource, in a
new member class, or adult study groups. Ian Markham, Dean and
President of Virginia Theological Seminary, introduces both the
Christian faith and The Episcopal Church to the seeker and
Episcopal laity in this indispensable manual. Each page in Faith
Rules is Episcopal wisdom set in concise, straightforward language
for anyone in the 21st century.
|
Leading with Love (Hardcover)
Terence L Elsberry; Foreword by Ian S. Markham
|
R1,170
R946
Discovery Miles 9 460
Save R224 (19%)
|
Ships in 10 - 15 working days
|
|
Leading with Love (Paperback)
Terence L Elsberry; Foreword by Ian S. Markham
|
R782
R651
Discovery Miles 6 510
Save R131 (17%)
|
Ships in 10 - 15 working days
|
As one might expect from such a consumate debater and thinker, Ian
Markham offers an attractive and compelling range of sermons and
papers that speak wisely to the issues of our day. This is a
profound yet accessible book from one of the great Christian
communicators and scholars of our age. Markham's book will cause
readers to ask hard questions of themselves; but also to have some
hope in the future. This is an excellent book, full of wisdom and
insight. On October 22, 2010, a fire took hold in the 129 year old
Immanuel Chapel at the Virginia Theolocal Seminary. The title of
this collection of essays and sermons is taken from the words
surrounding the altar window in that chapel. The author uses this
tragedy as a gateway into reflecting on the nature of faith and the
challenge of engagement. This important book includes the sermons
preached after the chapel fire tragedy, as well as several
unpublished articleson issues as diverse as 'Radical Orthodoxy' and
'Gay Marriage.'
|
|