Life Events
Mission and ministry at baptisms, weddings and funerals
Published on 7. March 2018
Book
Paperback/Softback
224 pages
978-1-78140-033-3 (ISBN)
Description
Baptism, weddings and funerals bring the Church of England into close contact with hundreds of thousands of people every year. Life Events considers this central ministry from a fresh perspective, exploring how those who come to local churches at these key moments really think and feel.
Based on rigorous research in this area, it offers pastoral wisdom, practical insights and ideas for best practice. It will encourage churches in every location to reflect on the mission and ministry opportunities of the occasional offices.
Based on rigorous research in this area, it offers pastoral wisdom, practical insights and ideas for best practice. It will encourage churches in every location to reflect on the mission and ministry opportunities of the occasional offices.
Reviews / Votes
"This highly anticipated book is the fruit of extensive research, analysis and discussion. It is full of insight about the ways in which ministers and congregations engage with people around life's key moments." -- Bishop Robert Atwell, Chair of the Liturgical Commission "Sandra Millar has inspired churches small and large, rural and town, to look with fresh eyes at the opportunities that Life Events offer to encourage people of all ages and backgrounds to take little steps on life-long journeys of discovery. This book brings it all together in one place." -- Prebendary Caroline Pascoe, Mission Support Officer, Diocese of HerefordMore details
Language
English
Place of publication
London
United Kingdom
Product notice
Paperback (trade)
Unsewn / adhesive bound
Dimensions
Height: 231 mm
Width: 170 mm
Thickness: 10 mm
Weight
272 gr
ISBN-13
978-1-78140-033-3 (9781781400333)
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Schweitzer Classification
Person
Sandra Millar is Head of Projects and Development for the Church of England and a contributor to We Welcome You.