Freedom for MinistryThis is a print on demand book and is therefore non- returnable. A compelling, insightful account of ministry arising out of the author's wealth of personal experience. Neuhaus addresses the awkwardness (both necessary and liberating) of Christian ministry, discusses the minister as worship leader and as preacher, and deals with some of the more common moral dilemmas of ministry (with particular reference to ambition, sexuality, and money). |
Contents
The Thus and Soness of the Church | 1 |
Ministering by Hope Beyond Apology | 19 |
A Choice of Models | 37 |
Authority for Ministry | 53 |
Reconciliation Against Resignation | 72 |
Sacrament and Success | 97 |
The Search for Community | 112 |
Enacting the Mystery | 132 |
The Importance of Being a Preacher | 155 |
The Imperative Indicative | 185 |
The Pursuit of Holiness | 208 |
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References to this book
Nature of the Church: Layman's Library of Christian Doctrine Bill J. Leonard No preview available - 1986 |