Unity Of The Churches

Author : Heinrich Fries,Karl Rahner
Publisher : Wipf and Stock Publishers
Page : 159 pages
File Size : 49,8 Mb
Release : 2008-08-01
Category : Religion
ISBN : 9781556357589

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Unity of the Churches by Heinrich Fries,Karl Rahner Pdf

"Endorsements: ""For Fries and Rahner unity is no longer an option but a matter of the very credibility and survival of the Christian faith. They are pessimistic that, all good will notwithstanding, those in leadership positions will bring about a unity of the churches in the near future. Yet they see objective possibilities for the attainment of a far-reaching unity. To this end they propose eight theses and elaborate on them."" --Hans Schwarz, author of Method and Context as Problems for Contemporary Theology: Doing Theology in an Alien World "

Author : Francis Chan
Publisher : David C Cook
Page : 67 pages
File Size : 41,7 Mb
Release : 2021-07-01
Category : Religion
ISBN : 9780830782840

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Until Unity: Study Guide by Francis Chan Pdf

Christians cannot remain indifferent to the divisions in the Church today. In this study guide companion, Chan draws on the gospel infused message of Until Unity to remind readers that Church unity is not optional. This study guide includes: Deeper exploration of every chapter in Until Unity Free original videos with Francis Chan Tips for leading and participating in a small group Scripture passages and reflection questions Prompts for group and individual prayer Chan’s emphasis on worship and praise, along with his passionate teaching, make this guide a unique and life-changing exploration of why unity is not just God’s wish for His Church—it’s His command.

Author : Irwyn L. Ince
Publisher : InterVarsity Press
Page : 180 pages
File Size : 55,8 Mb
Release : 2020-08-04
Category : Religion
ISBN : 9780830853410

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The Beautiful Community by Irwyn L. Ince Pdf

Outreach Resource of the Year The Gospel Coalition Book Award The church is at its best when it pursues the biblical value of unity in diversity. Our world has been torn asunder by racial, ethnic, and ideological differences. It is seen in our politics, felt in our families, and ingrained in our theology. Sadly, the church has often reinforced these ethnic and racial divides. To cast off the ugliness of disunity and heal our fractured humanity, we must cultivate spiritual practices that help us pursue beautiful community. In The Beautiful Community, pastor and theologian Irwyn Ince boldly unpacks the reasons for our divisions while gently guiding us toward our true hope for wholeness and reconciliation. God reveals himself to us in his trinitarian life as the perfection of beauty, and essential to this beauty is his work as Father, Son, and Holy Spirit. The gospel imperative to pursue the beautiful community—unity in diversity across lines of difference—is rooted in reflecting the beautiful community of our triune God. This book calls us into and provides tools for that pursuit.

Author : Martin E. Marty
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 148 pages
File Size : 51,7 Mb
Release : 1964
Category : Religion
ISBN : UVA:X000416451

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Church Unity and Church Mission by Martin E. Marty Pdf

Author : Norman Doe
Publisher : Routledge
Page : 272 pages
File Size : 41,9 Mb
Release : 2020-09-27
Category : Law
ISBN : 9781000192872

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Church Laws and Ecumenism by Norman Doe Pdf

Written by experts from within their communities, this book compares the legal regimes of Christian churches as systems of religious law. The ecumenical movement, with its historical theological focus, has failed to date to address the role of church law in shaping relations between churches and fostering greater mutual understanding between them. In turn, theologians and jurists from the different traditions have not hitherto worked together on a fully ecumenical appreciation of the potential value of church laws to help, and sometimes to hinder, the achievement of greater Christian unity. This book seeks to correct this ecumenical church law deficit. It takes account of the recent formulation by an ecumenical panel of a Statement of Principles of Christian Law, which has been welcomed by Pope Francis and the Ecumenical Patriarch of Constantinople, leader of the Orthodox Church worldwide, as recognizing the importance of canon law for ecumenical dialogue. This book, therefore, not only provides the fruits of an understanding of church laws within ten Christian traditions, but also critically evaluates the Statement against the laws of these individual ecclesial communities. The book will be an essential resource for scholars of law and religion, theology, and sociology. It will also be of interest to those working in religious institutions and policy-makers.

Author : Cardinal Walter Kasper
Publisher : New City Press
Page : 366 pages
File Size : 42,8 Mb
Release : 2007
Category : Christian union
ISBN : 9781565482654

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Searching for Christian Unity by Cardinal Walter Kasper Pdf

A collection of talks given during a conference near Rome marking the 40th anniversary of the Decree on Ecumenism of the Second Vatican council, 'Unitatis redintegratio'.

Author : Michael Root,Risto Saarinen
Publisher : Wm. B. Eerdmans Publishing
Page : 220 pages
File Size : 55,5 Mb
Release : 1998
Category : Religion
ISBN : 0802844626

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Baptism and the Unity of the Church by Michael Root,Risto Saarinen Pdf

What does a common baptism mean for the unity of the churches? Do the churches in fact share in a common baptism? This volume is the first comprehensive study of the meaning of baptism for church unity to be written by an ecumenical group of theologians -- Orthodox, Catholic, Lutheran, Reformed, Anglican, and Baptist. These essays explore such themes as how baptism relates to the communion shared by the churches and the relationship of baptism and church unity as found in the New Testament, in the ecumenical dialogues, and in the liturgies of the churches.

Author : J. Brian Tucker,John Koessler
Publisher : Moody Publishers
Page : 272 pages
File Size : 46,5 Mb
Release : 2018-02-06
Category : Religion
ISBN : 9780802496393

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All Together Different by J. Brian Tucker,John Koessler Pdf

Can we all just get along? E Pluribus Unum: “Out of many, one.” This motto is emblazoned on the Great Seal of the United States, but it could be the church’s model, too. Unfortunately, the daily experience of many Christians and churches feels like the opposite: out of one, many. We are increasingly aware of what makes us different from others, and it is hurting the church and its witness. All Together Different will help readers understand why we find it so difficult “to just get along.” Drawing from research on personal and group identity, it equips readers to navigate a culture that often pays lip service to the value of diversity, but struggles to foster constructive dialogue and mutual respect. With clear writing and real-life stories, All Together Different translates social identity theory for pastors, church leaders, and ministry practitioners, exposing it to the light of biblical and theological reflection.

Author : Bradford Mark Rosenquist Ph.D.
Publisher : WestBow Press
Page : 176 pages
File Size : 53,8 Mb
Release : 2018-07-31
Category : Religion
ISBN : 9781973634218

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Unity in the Faith by Bradford Mark Rosenquist Ph.D. Pdf

Churches all over the world work to spread the gospel of Christ, but this work is done in many different ways by many different denominations. Jesus and Paul were quite clear that the church of God was to be in total unityespecially with regard to the teachings of the gospel. So how do we bring the many denominations into a unity that will enhance a genuine team effort to present the true gospel to the world? In Unity in the Faith, author Bradford Mark Rosenquist shows why church unity across all denominations is an absolutely necessary work that must be accomplished for gospel success. First outlining what church unity is and what has been a historical obstacle to this unity, Rosenquist goes on to show how integral unity is to the gospel message of Christ. In the end, Unity in the Faith provides both an analysis of unity as well as a roadmap that Christians and church leaders can use to promote true unity in their congregations. It takes a cooperative effort to reach the world with the truth about Jesus and the kingdom of God. The universal body of Christ must therefore overcome the current disunity so that as one we can live up to Christs admonition to go into all the world and preach the gospel.

Author : William Reed Huntington
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 252 pages
File Size : 48,5 Mb
Release : 1884
Category : Christian union
ISBN : UVA:X004216579

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The Church-idea by William Reed Huntington Pdf

Author : Henry Edward Manning
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 386 pages
File Size : 53,6 Mb
Release : 1842
Category : Church
ISBN : OXFORD:600054007

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The Unity of the Church by Henry Edward Manning Pdf

Author : Gabrielle Thomas
Publisher : SCM Press
Page : 147 pages
File Size : 41,8 Mb
Release : 2021-02-26
Category : Religion
ISBN : 9780334060604

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For the Good of the Church by Gabrielle Thomas Pdf

What do we need to learn and receive from the other to help us address challenges or wounds in our own tradition? That is the key question asked in what has come to be known as ‘receptive ecumenism’. And nowhere is this question more pressing and pertinent than in women’s experiences within the church. Based on qualitative research from five focus groups, 'For the Good of the Church' expose the difficulties women face when they work in a church – sexism, unfulfilled vocation, and abuse of power and privilege, as well as the wide range of gifts and skills which women bring in light of these. The second part of the book continues to draw on the particular wounds and gifts, which arise in the focus groups. Specific case studies are used to identify gifts of theology, practice, experience, vocation and power. Against negative prognoses of an ‘ecumenical winter’, Gabrielle Thomas reveals how radically different theological and ecclesiological perspectives can be a space for learning and receiving gifts for the well-being of the whole Church.

Author : Willem A. Saayman
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 160 pages
File Size : 42,5 Mb
Release : 1984
Category : Religion
ISBN : UVA:X001183457

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Unity and Mission by Willem A. Saayman Pdf

This book reviews important missiological developments in ecumenical, evangelical, Roman Catholic and Eastern Orthodox circles between 1961 and 1975. Its central focus is on the essential relationship between unity and mission, but it also deals with other important missiological themes which dominated this era.

Author : Mark Dever,Jamie Dunlop
Publisher : Crossway
Page : 144 pages
File Size : 44,6 Mb
Release : 2015-04-16
Category : Religion
ISBN : 9781433543579

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The Compelling Community by Mark Dever,Jamie Dunlop Pdf

The local church is meant to embody the vibrant diversity of the global church, transcending racial, cultural, and economic boundaries. Yet local churches too often simply reflect the same societal divisions prevalent in our world today—making them more akin to social clubs filled with like-minded people than the supernatural community the New Testament prescribes. Pastors Mark Dever and Jamie Dunlop argue that authentic fellowship is made up of two crucial ingredients: commitment (depth) and diversity (breadth). Theologically rooted yet extremely practical, this book sets forth basic principles that will help pastors guide their churches toward the compelling community that we all long for.

Author : Carl E. Braaten,Robert W. Jenson
Publisher : Wm. B. Eerdmans Publishing
Page : 175 pages
File Size : 42,9 Mb
Release : 2001
Category : Biography & Autobiography
ISBN : 9780802848024

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Church Unity and the Papal Office by Carl E. Braaten,Robert W. Jenson Pdf

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