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Most of us live at break-neck speed, cramming work, family, friends and endless tasks into every day. In this life-affirming book Stephen Cottrell encourages us instead to hang out with our inner slob and rediscover not just the pleasures but the real benefits, the unexpected gifts and the deep truths to be found in simply messing about.

An introduction to the increasingly popular topic of children's spirituality, showing how choices made in churches and homes can stimulate or stifle a child's spiritual development. Suitable for anyone who works with children.

The New Testament gospel writers record nineteen resurrection appearances, from the first encounter with Mary Magdalene on Easter morning to Paul's life-changing experience on the Damascus road. Stations of the Resurrection offers reflections on each of these episodes from the bestselling poet Malcolm Guite and the much admired writer and bishop, Guli Francis-Dehqani, accompanied by colour illustrations from the priest-artist Iain McKillop.Bishop Guli draws on her first hand knowledge of Middle Eastern culture to explore these stories and Malcolm Guite offers a sonnet in response to each of them - many published here for the first time - with reflections on the texts that inspired them.This imaginative and inspirational resource also includes the complete Stations of the Resurrection liturgies from Common Worship Times and Seasons that commemorate each of the nineteen events, allowing the book to be used for both personal devotional use and liturgical celebration.

Multi-parish benefices are the pattern of the future. Pam MacNoughton addresses their unique needs in this guide, blending creativity with a theologically and pastorally informed approach. She provides practical solutions and fresh ideas, based on tried and tested methods, for local churches struggling with declining attendance and complex contexts. She aims to equip churches to:· Discern their vocation and play their part in God's mission;· Work well together across the benefice and within individual churches;· Develop suitable leadership structures;· Navigate culture change with creativity, wisdom and care;· Grow in confidence and be energised by faith. This book accompanies the Church Pastoral Aid Society's established THRIVE programme which supports and trains clergy and congregations in multi-parish benefices.

Reflections for Daily Prayer continues to be one of the most popular and highly valued daily Bible reading companions. Continuing its tradition of excellence, regular favourites and new contributors offer insightful, informed and inspiring reflections on the scripture readings of the day, based on the Common Worship lectionary for Morning Prayer. Stephen Cottrell, the Archbishop of York, is the guest contributor for Holy Week. New voices this year include Gregory Cameron, the Bishop of St Asaph and author of the popular An Advent Book of Days and An Easter Book of Days; Chine MacDonald, author, broadcaster and Director of the religious think tank Theos; and Emma Parker, Deputy Warden of Cranmer Hall, Durham. For every day (excluding Sundays) of the 2023-24 church year, there are full references and a quotation from the day's set of Scripture readings, concise and challenging commentary, and a collect. Also included is a simple order for Morning and Night Rrayer, and additional helps for nurturing a habit of regular daily prayer.

Shows how the Church at parish, diocesan and national level can overturn its old cycle of decline and begin a new cycle of growth, transforming fragile signs of hope for the Church into a solid road to growth.

How has the Church responded to the challenge to combat institutional racism? To what extent are the issues being addressed by church schools, clergy and parishes? These questions have challenged the Church of England in its struggle to understand racism and are explored in this publication.

Are you about to embark upon your first post of responsibility? Or are you a seasoned minister who would value reflecting on your experience so far?Tackling the issues in a realistic and thoughtful way, this in-depth book covers:Self-management Spirituality Further training Mission Rural and urban ministry Leadership Public ministry Administering parish systems Building your teamThis accessible and informative guide combines essential information, practical survival tips and theological reflection all honestly grounded in the writers' experience of parish ministry.

This new edition of the Guidelines for the Professional Conduct of the Clergy is a revised and extended version of the first edition, which was published in 2003 by the Convocations of the Clergy. It is not a formal code of conduct, but a reflection by the Convocations on the words of the Ordinal, addressed to the clergy at the time of their ordination to the ministry of the Church. It draws on the wide experience of the clergy who belong to the General Synod, with contributions from the House of Bishops and the House of Laity.The Guidelines are offered as a means of sharing the fruits of accrued wisdom and experience with colleagues, especially those beginning a new life as ordained ministers, and with all engaged in the mission and ministry of the Church. This new edition takes account of significant developments since 2003, including the publication of a new Ordinal, the new Clergy Discipline Measure, new terms of service for the clergy via Common Tenure, and most recently the comprehensive work which is being undertaken throughout the Church with regard to Safeguarding.

Experiencing God's Love is a short study guide that aims to deepen our understanding and first-hand experience of living a life of faith.It explores five biblical images of the ways in which our lives are changed by walking with Christ: Being securely rooted in prayer and scriptures; Cleansed through baptism, confession and forgiveness; Enlightened through worship, mission and growth in holiness; Tended through care for one another and the world; Welcomed in the Eucharist and in the fellowship of the Church.Each chapter explores one of these images in the Psalms and the Gospels, and in popular culture, supported by free online audio introductions to each session. Opening and closing worship, discussion starters, questions, and a leader's guide are all included making this ideal for Lent groups or as a Christian discipleship course at any time of year.

How to Pray is a basic primer on prayer. It will get you started, keep you going and uses every stage of life and its varied events to renew and expand your understanding of being alive to God. Completely honest about the struggles and difficulties everyone encounters, it will help you discover how natural prayer is, even when you least feel like it.With his characteristic humour and realism, Stephen Cottrell offers a guide 'from an experienced beginner' for those starting out on the Christian journey and for those who feel there is more to discover. Full of stories and examples from the Christian tradition and daily life, simple principles to follow, some prayers to use and helpful insights from spiritual writers through the ages, this is a book to inspire over and over again. A great gift for confirmation or adult baptism.Previously published as Praying Through Life.