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An Introduction to Ministry

A Primer for Renewed Life and Leadership in Mainline Protestant Congregations

Ian S Markham author Oran E Warder author

Format:Paperback

Publisher:John Wiley and Sons Ltd

Published:25th Dec '15

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An Introduction to Ministry is a comprehensive and ecumenical introduction to the craft of ministry for ministers, pastors, and priests that make up the mainline denominations in the United States. Ecumenically-focused, It offers a grounded account of ministry, covering  areas such as vocation, congregational leadership, and cultivation of skills for an effective ministry.

  • Covers the key components of the M.Div. curriculum, offering a map and guide to the central skills and issues in training
  • Explores the areas of vocation, skills for ministry, and issues around congregational leadership
  • Each topic ends with an annotated bibliography providing an indispensable gateway to further study
  • Helps students understand both the distinctive approach of their denomination and the relationship of that approach to other mainline denominations
  • Advocates and defends a generous understanding of the Christian tradition in its openness and commitment to broad conversation

ISBN: 9780470673294

Dimensions: 244mm x 188mm x 18mm

Weight: 635g

296 pages