30 Days with the Belhar Confession

30 Days with the Belhar Confession
Author:
Publisher:
Total Pages: 36
Release: 2016
Genre: Belhar confession
ISBN:

This useful companion to the Belhar Confession weaves together scripture passages and the confession's timely themes of unity, reconciliation and justice. Written by a diverse collection of scholars, theologians and church leaders, it is the perfect resource for individuals, study groups or entire congregations wanting to familiarize themselves with the confession through prayer and reflection. The confession in its entirety is included at the back of the resource--from publisher website.

Belhar Confession

Belhar Confession
Author: Mary-Anne Plaatjies-Van Huffel
Publisher: AFRICAN SUN MeDIA
Total Pages: 522
Release: 2017-12-12
Genre: Religion
ISBN: 1928357598

"e;The subject of the Belhar Confession is an academic one which has enjoyed international attention, with congregations in the West having adopted it as one of their confessions for use. The content of this book is aimed chiefly at a scholarly community with ample knowledge of confessional documents and is a contribution on the subject of the Belhar Confession. The current challenges to the church and theology are discussed. Racism is one issue that poses an increasingly huge challenge to South Africa today. The book demonstrates what needs to be done extra to deal with the scourge of racism that seems to have percolated through virtually all aspects of our existence and particularly the church today in South Africa."e; - Prof. Rothney Tshaka (University of South Africa)

Presbyterian Creeds

Presbyterian Creeds
Author: Jack Rogers
Publisher: Westminster John Knox Press
Total Pages: 300
Release: 1985-01-01
Genre: Religion
ISBN: 9780664254964

This book provides clergy, laity, and students with a thorough introduction to their faith as set forth in the Book of Confessions. Jack Rogers explains technical terms and places current issues in perspective by examining the meaning of the creeds, confessions, and declarations found in the Book of Confessions. He examines their role in history, their full meaning, and their continued relevance to the Christian community.

Book of Confessions, Study Edition, Revised

Book of Confessions, Study Edition, Revised
Author: Mulit-Editors
Publisher: Westminster John Knox Press
Total Pages: 0
Release: 2017-10-04
Genre: Religion
ISBN: 9780664262907

This revised study edition of the Book of Confessions contains the official creeds, catechisms, and confessional statements of the Presbyterian Church (U.S.A.), including the new Confession of Belhar that was added at the 222nd General Assembly (2016). Each text is introduced by an informative essay providing in-depth historical and theological background information. The book also includes two appendixes that explore the purpose of confessions. This study edition is ideal for seminarians and leaders looking for more extensive information about the history and theology of the confessions along with the official documents, all conveniently located in one volume.

Conversations with the Confessions

Conversations with the Confessions
Author: Joseph D. Small
Publisher: Westminster John Knox Press
Total Pages: 268
Release: 2005-01-01
Genre: Religion
ISBN: 9780664502485

Fourteen Presbyterian scholars enter into conversations with the confessions of the Presbyterian Church (U.S.A.) and examine the major theological themes that make the confessions such foundational commitments of faith. This collection of insightful essays provides readers with a clear understanding of the confessions from different periods of the church's life. These conversations with the confessions found in the PC(USA)'s Book of Confessions include some illuminating commentary on why they were written and demonstrate how they can be used to address major theological issues. This important work will help scholars, pastors, and church leaders interested in studying the Reformed tradition appreciate the role of the confessions in shaping Christian life and faith today.

Book of Confessions, Study Edition, Revised

Book of Confessions, Study Edition, Revised
Author: Presbyterian Church (U.S.A.)
Publisher: Westminster John Knox Press
Total Pages: 425
Release: 2017-10-04
Genre: Religion
ISBN: 1611648173

This revised study edition of the Book of Confessions contains the official creeds, catechisms, and confessional statements of the Presbyterian Church (U.S.A.), including the new Confession of Belhar that was added at the 222nd General Assembly (2016). Each text is introduced by an informative essay providing in-depth historical and theological background information. The book also includes two appendixes that explore the purpose of confessions. This study edition is ideal for seminarians and leaders looking for more extensive information about the history and theology of the confessions along with the official documents, all conveniently located in one volume.

The Companion to the Book of Common Worship

The Companion to the Book of Common Worship
Author: Peter C. Bower
Publisher: Geneva Press
Total Pages: 372
Release: 2003-01-01
Genre: Religion
ISBN: 9780664502324

Published during the tenth anniversary of the Book of Common Worship (1993), The Companion to the Book of Common Worship is a practical guide, answering questions such as how do I use the Book of Common Worship to its fullest advantage? and how can the Book of Common Worship form a congregation into a community that glorifies and enjoys God?