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THE WORD OF GOD: The Bible after modern scholarship,
by Keith Ward. SPCK Publications 2010isbn
9780281062119 £9.99
Keith Ward introduces this volume by suggesting that the
Bible is neither a book dictated by God, as some believe, nor
just a set of outdated taboos and politically slanted histories,
as those at the opposite extreme would maintain.
Rather, it is a very mixed set of documents, by many different
writers, from many different times, which records the struggle
of many people in one particular religious tradition to respond
to their discernment of a transcendent spiritual power.
The bible is, in short,. a spiritual text.
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Anglicanism Reimagined: An honest Church? by Andrew
Shanks SPCK Publications 2010
isbn 9780281060856 £12.99
In Anglicanism Reimagined, Andrew Shanks challenges
all who are tempted to erect boundaries around their faith.
Far more important than dogma and metaphysics, he argues, is the
need to be open to all, and to engage with people who hold views
at odds with our own. He shows how a commitment to
this ideal can create fresh energy and new ways forward for the
Church.
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A Theology of Women's Priesthood: by Ali Green (SPCK
2009)
isbn 9780281060894 £12.99'Ali Green opens up
new frontiers in the debate about the theology and significance
of women's ordination. This is the first book to
offer a developed sacramental theology of female priesthood from
the perspective of a scholar who is herself an ordained priest.
It is likely to be welcomed by all who seek a renewal of the
Christian vision through the embrace of the priesthood of women
made in the image of God.'
(Tina Beattie, Professor in Catholic Studies)
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Lay Presidency at the Eucharist?: An Anglican
Approach, by Nicholas H Taylor (Continuum 2009)
isbn 9781906286187 £16.99
'Nicholas Taylor has carefully assembled and analysed the
historical and theological issues surrounding lay presidency at
the Eucharist. He has very helpfully placed this
particular matter within its wider ecclesial, missionary and
theological contexts and in so doing has carefully and fairly
articulated and critiqued the arguments of those promoting lay
presidency at the Eucharist. He has provided a much
needed theological platform upon which a consensus might be
sought on the matter.' (Stephen Pickard, Assistant Bishop,
Diocese of Adelaide)
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Questions of Truth:
Fifty-one
responses to Questions about God, Science and Belief.
John Polkinghorne & Nicholas Beale WJK Press, 2009
For many years, people from
across the world have sent the scientist-turned-theologian John
Polkinghorne questions about science and belief. In Q&A format,
Polkinghorne and Beale offer captivating responses. Readers can
follow their own paths through the book, selecting questions
that interest them and looking at the additional material if
they choose. The result is a unique book that explores the rich
harmonies between science and belief.
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The First Paul: Reclaiming the radical visionary
behind the Church's conservative icon, by Marcus J Borg & John
Dominic Crossan (SPCK 2009) £8.99
Paul is second only to Jesus as the most important person for
the birth of Christianity, and yet he continues to be
controversial, even among Christians. Using the best
biblical and historical scholarship, Borg and Crossan explain
the reasons for Paul's mixed reputation and reveal his original
teachings. They demonstrate that Paul was an engaging man who,
contrary to what his critics have claimed, remained remarkably
faithful to the gospel of Jesus.
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Christology: Key readings in Christian thought, edited
by Jeff Astley, David Brown & Ann Loades (SPCK 2009)
£12.99 Christology brings together a range of texts
on the doctrine of the person of Jesus Christ. Carefully
selected primary sources are accompanied by an introductory
essay, topics for discussion or additional study, a helpful
glossary and suggestions for further reading.
Covering an impressive range of writers, including Athanasius,
Calvin, Barth, Moltmann, Kung and Ruether, this is an invaluable
resource for every student of Theology.
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God knows there's need: Christian responses to
poverty, by Susan R Holman (Oxford University Press
2009) £16.99 hardback "Very few books manage to combine
sensitive and accurate historical scholarship with deep personal
engagement and indeed exposure; this is one of them.
Susan Holman courageously bridges the gap between the scholarly
study of early Christianity and the challenges of Christian
discipleship today with a real depth of insight and no trace of
romanticism about the past. A unique achievement."
Rowan Williams, Archbishop of Canterbury.
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