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Early Quaker Christology
Early Quaker Christology
by Woodbrooke - Maurise Creasey, Andrew Harvey
Creasey argues that the concept of the ‘inner light’ must be understood in Christological terms, but also that traditional Christological formulas are less valuable than knowing Christ experimentally; and that Christ the Light is redemptively active throughout creation: the Incar…
Quakerly Conflict
Quakerly Conflict
by Woodbrooke - Douglas Kline, Fran Cetti
This thesis examines the issue of internal conflict in the Religious Society of Friends (Quakers) through an analysis of the author’s fieldwork findings. It uses a conceptual framework that proposes that individual identity is culturally constructed by its social setting – within…
In love and life: Towards a quaker therapy and the pastoral care of those in mental dis-ease
In love and life: Towards a quaker therapy and the pastoral care of those in mental dis-ease
by Woodbrooke - Carolyn Sansom, Fran Cetti
The theme of this thesis is the centrality of relationship to individual well-being; its focus is the help offered to those who experience mental ‘dis-ease’ by the theory and practice of ‘therapeutic Quakerism’. It argues that a different model of care to that of the current biom…
Introduction to Quakerism and the approaches to mental affliction
Introduction to Quakerism and the approaches to mental affliction
by Woodbrooke - Amanda Lawrence, Rebecca Wynter
This thesis explores the association of George Fox (1624-1691) – Leicestershire-born founder of the Society of Friends – and William Tuke (1732-1822) – leading York Quaker, businessman and philanthropist – to the treatment of mental illness. Split into three main chapters, the au…
Fear and Trust - Fear and Trust - Mobi
Fear and Trust - Fear and Trust - Mobi
by SPCK - David Runcorn
The ancient people of Israel and contemporary Western society share a preoccupation with the idea of leadership. In this perceptive and engaging book, David Runcorn reveals just how deeply one world can speak to the other. The story of 1 and 2 Samuel opens with a woman weeping. B…
Celtic Christian Spirituality - Celtic Christian Spirituality - Mobi
Celtic Christian Spirituality - Celtic Christian Spirituality - Mobi
by SPCK - Mary C. Earle
The Celtic Christians beheld the world around them and perceived the divine life of God upholding every aspect of the material universe. Their prayers and poems, their liturgies and their theological texts give Christians a sense of faith that is confident in a merciful and infin…
Celtic Christian Spirituality - Celtic Christian Spirituality - Epub
Celtic Christian Spirituality - Celtic Christian Spirituality - Epub
by SPCK - Mary C. Earle
The Celtic Christians beheld the world around them and perceived the divine life of God upholding every aspect of the material universe. Their prayers and poems, their liturgies and their theological texts give Christians a sense of faith that is confident in a merciful and infin…
Born of a Virgin - Born of a Virgin - Mobi
Born of a Virgin - Born of a Virgin - Mobi
by SPCK - Andrew T. Lincoln
Many Christians find the virgin birth a difficult doctrine and are not sure how to handle it. This book examines why that is by addressing the whole range of issues that arise – literary, historical and hermeneutical – from a perspective that takes seriously creedal confession an…
A Priesthood of Both Sexes - A Priesthood of Both Sexes - Mobi
A Priesthood of Both Sexes - A Priesthood of Both Sexes - Mobi
by SPCK - Ali Green
Here is a wealth of advice and encouragement for women and men who are called to work together at all levels of Christian leadership. Packed with perceptive anecdotes and theological insight, this pioneering book shows how a Church that is truly committed to the interests of all …
A Priesthood of Both Sexes - A Priesthood of Both Sexes - Epub
A Priesthood of Both Sexes - A Priesthood of Both Sexes - Epub
by SPCK - Ali Green
Here is a wealth of advice and encouragement for women and men who are called to work together at all levels of Christian leadership. Packed with perceptive anecdotes and theological insight, this pioneering book shows how a Church that is truly committed to the interests of all …
Faith in Dark Places - Faith in Dark Places - Mobi
Faith in Dark Places - Faith in Dark Places - Mobi
by SPCK - David Rhodes
As society becomes increasingly fragmented and the poverty gap widens in a time of austerity, there is a growing feeling that a better world must be possible. But how can we discover a just and loving alternative that is true to God? Combining moving stories from the inner city w…
Faith in Dark Places - Faith in Dark Places - Epub
Faith in Dark Places - Faith in Dark Places - Epub
by SPCK - David Rhodes
As society becomes increasingly fragmented and the poverty gap widens in a time of austerity, there is a growing feeling that a better world must be possible. But how can we discover a just and loving alternative that is true to God? Combining moving stories from the inner city w…
Fear and Trust - Fear and Trust - Epub