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An introduction to the life and thought of Hildegard of Bingen - theologian, mystic, poet and musician. Her ideas about healing, the arts, science and theology and the interdependence of male and female have extraordinary relevance for today.

This delightful book offers an introduction to praying with a rosary. Suitable for busy people and contemplatives alike, the book highlights how the rosary provides a unique way of meditating on the birth, death and resurrection of Jesus. Text and illustration combine in The Rosary to produce a feast for the senses and nourishment for the soul.

Many striking and memorable questions are included in this richly diverse anthology of spiritual writings. The collection portrays the courage with which many men and women through the ages have witnessed to their faith.

A new, enlarged edition of the groundbreaking 'No Women in Holy Orders?', gathering historical evidence to show that women were ordained as deacons in the first ten centuries of the Church, and identifiying over 120 known female deacons.

In this compelling follow-up to Incarnational Ministry: Being with the Church, Wells explores what it means for mission-minded Christians and churches to be with the world.

Alleluia is our Song draws together a collection of Michael Mayne's profound and beautiful seasonal reflections for the great fifty days from Easter Day to Pentecost, arguably the greatest season of the Church's year.

Dave Walker, cartoonist, cyclist, web editor and former church and youth worker, is the UK's most shrewd observer of the quirks of church life. His distinctive Guide to the Church cartoons appear weekly in the Church Times. This is his sixth cartoon collection.

A new edition of the popular `office' hymn book, Hymns for Prayer and Praise provides carefully-selected hymns for the daily monastic office, the Calendar of Saints and the seasons of the Christian year. First published in 1996, this new edition has been updated in light of Common Worship: Daily Prayer.

Charles Gore (1853-1932) is a towering figure in Anglicanism whose writings and lectures shaped theological discussion for decades. They still offer a comprehensive vision of the Christian faith and provide a platform for exploring key issues in social and economic justice. This collection of his writings draws on published and unpublished works.

Reflecting on the work of writers such as Salman Rushdie and bands such as the Manic Street Preachers, this Lent book explores the desert in today's world and teaches us to hear the voices of these unlikely prophets who tell the truth about the human condition and challenge us to change.

This volume presents accumulated wisdom of women writers over 11 centuries. Their concerns enlighten us with a broad range of reflective topics, where all writers seek authentic spiritual self expression. This anthology is an inspiration for all women of today.

This offers selections from all of Michael Ramseys key writings, with commentary and introduction. A key figure in Anglican spirituality, the book also includes the text of lectures given by Rowan Williams and Geoffrey Rowell to mark his centenary in 2004.

A bigger and better edition of a seasonal resource originally compiled by Geoffrey Duncan for Christian Aid, but with CAFOD material now added. A great variety of prayers, readings, liturgies, songs, poems for use from Advent Sunday to Candlemas when many churches are looking for new material.

Two leading practitioners of new monasticism open up the movement's spiritual landscape and its distinctive calling and gifts within today's church. Practical experience and story is set alongside reflection and liturgies as a creative resource for all who are already involved in, or are exploring intentional living in community.

This text gives a wealth of information on both the words and the actions of the Eucharist. It explores each stage of the service from a biblical and historical perspective; discusses the posture and movement of the celebrant and participants; and explores the eucharistic prayers.

From its misty beginnings as part of the mainland in the Stone Age, this history covers Lindisfarne's formation as an island, the Roman and Anglo-Saxon eras, the influence of Columba and Iona, Lindisfarne's own apostle, Bede and the monastic tradition, the coming of the Vikings, the Benedictine years and the dissolution of the monasteries.

A volume of remarkable spiritual wisdom and insight, as fresh and relevant for today as when they were first written.

This title offers ways in which churches can be a more effective local presence and serve their neighbours' needs.

While Roman Catholics have used the Rosary for centuries, focusing on events in the life of Mary, many more people are discovering that rhythmic prayer with beads is a spiritually enriching. This book draws these great spiritual traditions together and offers Christians of all backgrounds a Jesus-centred way of praying with rosary beads.

The Open Churches Trust, founded by Andrew Lloyd Webber, has endorsed the reissue of this unique children's guide to church buildings. It aims to be a fun introduction to its subject, with cartoons, diagrams and fact boxes throughout.

Archbishop Michael Ramsey was palpably "saintly", his Bible lessons imbued with a "fire" that made God real for people. This biography is arranged around the themes that were central to his ministry, including "the meaning of the cross" and "the primacy of worship".

This prayer companion aims to show readers how to understand the Psalms of praise, lament, blessing and cursing today and to use them as a basis for daily thanksgiving. Each Psalm is accompanied by an introduction, a meditation based on a key theme and a practical suggestion for creative response.

Published to mark the tenth anniversary of the ordination of women in the Anglican church, this work tells women's stories about the reality of life as a priest. It also includes reflections from influential men in the church on the challenges and opportunities that women's ministry has created.

Intercessory prayer is a key part of the liturgy of the Eucharist. This handbook includes: a theology of intercessory prayer; an explanation of its purpose within the liturgy; the difference between public and personal prayer; a guide to writing intercessory prayers; technical advice; common errors to avoid; and, ready to use intercessory prayers.

There's nothing like singing a favourite hymn to the wrong tune to get everyone up in arms - the congregation will blame the vicar, the vicar will blame the organist, the organist will take it out, as usual, on the choir. This work presents the authors observations of the volatile relations between the clergy, the choir, and the organist.

A comprehensive, informative guide to various aspects of Christian belief. It contains biblical doctrines, the contribution of major theologians and theological movements, and differences between the major church groupings.

Perfectly captures that world of draughty church halls, musty-smelling hymn books, tyrannical organists and amateur singers more willing than able. Reg Frary's entertaining volumes of choir tales.

Warbling sopranos, robes that have long since seen better days, wheezing organs, tyrannical organists, new vicars who want to get rid of the choir altogether and battles in the chancel-such is the stuff of Reg Frary's stories about local church choirs.

A resource for college chaplains and parish-based ministry among students. Almost 50 per cent of all 18-30 year olds are in higher education, forming a vast post-modern society that poses distinctive challenges for the Church. This title offers a practical theological framework and down-to-earth pastoral guidance.