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A practical guide to getting started in prayer ministry, as an individual or as a team.

The focus of this volume is on giving the most up-to-date scholarship in the form of a commentary of about one page on each reading. This is designed to give students and preachers a secure understanding of the Biblical background, rather than giving preaching tips.

The story of the World War 2 de-coders of Bletchley Park continues to fascinate. How did Mair Thomas, a musician brought up in the Welsh valleys, find herself in the rarefied atmosphere of Hut Six, surrounded by hundreds of others, all desperately trying to break the German Enigma Code? Sworn to secrecy and working in cramped and uncomfortable conditions, Mair discovered her degree in German and Music was just what was needed. Drawn from the public schools and Oxbridge her background was very different to that of most of her colleagues and she didn't immediately fit in. This captivating memoir unpacks her daily life and explores the relationships she built. My Secret Life in Hut Six provides a fascinating insight into one woman's battle against Nazi Germany vividly capturing an era of danger, strain and day to day difficulties that were brightened occasionally by visits from the top brass, such as Winston Churchill.

Jesus' "Summary of the Law", "The Lord's Prayer", "The Apostles' Creed" and "The Beatitudes" have been recommended as the basic necessary material for those exploring their Christian discipleship in courses such as Alpha or Emmaus, and Baptism and Confirmation preparation. These passages are the foundation for all Christian teaching.

Ian Barbour, Arthur Peacocke and John Polkinghorne are major contributors to the interaction between science and religion. As their thinking has developed, differences between them have emerged. This is John Polkinghorne's survey of the debate, setting out where they agree and disagree.

Lists can be an entertaining distraction but Ten demonstrates they can be stimulating too. With characteristic wit and candour, John Pritchard attempts to get clear in his own mind what he believes after 40 years of trying to make faith understandable to others.

Many Christians find the virgin birth a difficult doctrine and are not sure how to handle it. This book examines why that is by addressing the whole range of issues that arise - literary, historical and hermeneutical - from a perspective that takes seriously creedal confession and theological and ecclesiological concerns.

A book of practical help and encouragement for anyone looking for a new start in their spiritual journey, or wanting to take that journey further for the first time. Focuses on four crucial areas of Christian discipleship - prayer, the Bible, Church and lifestyle.

The nine criteria the Church of England uses to discern potential vocations to the priesthood are explored, and linked with personal qualities that are necessary for new, but also existing, leaders in a church and culture which has changed much over the last 50 years.

In this high-stakes thriller, scepticism vies with faith amid the grit and grandeur of post-World-War-1 Europe

An intriguing contribution to the literature published to mark the centenary of the outbreak of the Great War in August 2014. The book's primary focus is an attempt to explain why Christianity changes its mind about war at different points in its history.

Focuses mainly on stories about being a curate in a variety of different church traditions and contexts, both stipendiary and self-supporting, and is inclusive in terms of age, ethnicity and gender. The 30 or so people contributing are real and grounded, and offer honest reflections on being a curate and curacies in the Church of England.

Readings for Weddings is an inspirational collection of Bible quotations, poems, hymns and prose for secular weddings, church ceremonies and services of blessing.

Dip-in collection of creative material to enliven services throughout the Church year. For busy clergy and worship leaders. Includes a wide range of material from humorous drama sketches to reflective meditations that may be used in the sermon slot or at other points in the service. Covers all the major seasons and festivals of the Church year.

This highly practical book reveals that there are many ways of being creative that will help us grow as Christians.

Latest addition to this comprehensive and approachable commentary for general readers

Latest addition to this comprehensive and approachable commentary series for general readers.

Using personal anecdote, a witty and lively style, and drawing on his considerable theological knowledge, John Goldingay takes us deep into the unfolding story of the Old Testament.

New addition to series of readable guides to the Old Testament, covering Proverbs, Ecclesiastes and the Song of Songs. For the general reader and small groups.

Using personal anecdote, a witty and lively style, and drawing on his considerable theological knowledge, John Goldingay takes us deep into the unfolding story of the Old Testament.

A guide to a variety of retreats on offer, including Ignatian, Myers Briggs and Enneagram. The book covers the purpose of retreats, who can benefit from them, the difference between group and individual retreats and between directed and undirected retreats.

Based on 'the prayer of seven directions', Encompassing God seeks to increase our awareness of being held by God. We are nurtured at every moment of our existence in the encompassing love of Father, Son and Holy Spirit.

Thomas Merton's life, especially once he had become a writer, was to a great extent one of dialogue with people who were distant, both geographically and historically. In these probing and perceptive studies, Rowan Williams looks closely at the key intellectual and spiritual relationships that emerge in Merton's writings.

In this volume, Enzo Bianchi reasons that, above all, the story of God is the story of his relationship with his people. In order to help us get to know this God of our fathers, he analyses a number of encounters between the Lord and significant figures in the Old Testament. The author suggests we can be challenged to question our own certainties.

This book is an exploration of the biblical and theological themes in the Common Worship Eucharistic texts. The theological formation of many Christians takes place during their weekly celebration of the Eucharist. The language of the Eucharist has a deep impact on the way that people think about God and about themselves.

The book provides a clear account of the sacraments of the Christian Church and of the general idea of sacramentality. It will reach out to a wide audience and present solid academic theology in an accessible and popular manner.

The theme book for Spring Harvest 2013 looks at the work and teachings of Jesus.

Ancient prophecy that speaks powerfully today.

The Christian Belief for Everyone series comprises five guides to the basic ideas of the Christian faith. The first volume, Faith and the Creeds, concentrates on the nature of faith and the history and relevance of the Creeds, in a reflection on what we really mean when we say 'I believe'.