The Meaning of Baptism in the United Methodist Church

The Meaning of Baptism in the United Methodist Church
Author: Mark Stamm
Publisher: Upper Room Books
Total Pages: 48
Release: 2018-02-15
Genre: Religion
ISBN: 0881778877

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In this accessbile and informative book, Dr. Mark W. Stamm examines the sacrament of baptism within the context of The United Methodist Church. Included are sections on the biblical roots of baptism, the meaning of baptism as cleansing, new birth, new life, and covenant; effective means of forming persons and sponsors for baptism; and frequently asked questions about a United Methodist practice of baptism.

By Water and the Spirit

By Water and the Spirit
Author: Gayle Carlton Felton
Publisher: Upper Room Books
Total Pages: 142
Release: 2003-10-01
Genre: Religion
ISBN: 0881776580

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By Water and the Spirit, a 6-session study guide for use in small groups, contains the full text of the paper "By Water and the Spirit," which describes the United Methodist understanding of baptism approved by the 1996 General Conference. This booklet serves as a resource for congregational leaders who are helping members make connections between the baptismal covenant and discipleship in daily life.

Our Membership Vows in the United Methodist Church

Our Membership Vows in the United Methodist Church
Author: Mark Stamm
Publisher: Upper Room Books
Total Pages: 34
Release: 2015-05-04
Genre: Religion
ISBN: 0881777706

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A resource for both newcomers to the United Methodist Church and those who have been members for decades, Our Membership Vows is a wonderful reflection on the vows each member takes upon joining the church. Members make covenant to uphold the vows, and each one is discussed in this easy-to-read booklet. A great gift idea for churches to give to new members.

Remember who You are

Remember who You are
Author: William H. Willimon
Publisher: Upper Room Books
Total Pages: 0
Release: 1980
Genre: Baptism
ISBN: 9780835803991

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Baptism, a Model for Christian Life. Explores the significance of baptism in day-to-day living and provides a model for living a Christian life. Each chapter focuses on one historical-biblical dimension of baptism.

The Time Is Now

The Time Is Now
Author: Gift Machinga
Publisher: Upper Room Books
Total Pages: 68
Release: 2016-09-01
Genre: Religion
ISBN: 0881778311

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With this guide on baptism and confirmation in The United Methodist Church, Rev. Dr. Gift Machinga provides an essential resource for the church in Africa. The book is intended to motivate pastors to consider the ministry of education and to guide pastors and lay members in preparing their people for baptism and confirmation.

Why I Am a Baptist

Why I Am a Baptist
Author: Clarence Larkin
Publisher:
Total Pages: 88
Release: 1887
Genre: Baptism
ISBN:

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Sacraments & Discipleship

Sacraments & Discipleship
Author: Mark Wesley Stamm
Publisher: Createspace Independent Publishing Platform
Total Pages: 0
Release: 2013-08-14
Genre: Baptism
ISBN: 9781490534282

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The primary task of the Christian life is to respond to God's gracious initiative by loving God and our neighbor, that is, the people God puts in our path. The sacraments help us do that. They hold up a vision of new life, and they make that life possible. This book discusses how such sacramental grace comes to us and how we might open ourselves to it in a more complete way. It emphasizes the work of God's grace, yet insists that there is a human side of the covenant, the work of receiving grace. Dr. Stamm helps us discover once again that to talk about the sacraments is to talk about the entirety of human life and Christian discipleship.

Troubled Waters

Troubled Waters
Author: Ben Witherington (III)
Publisher: Baylor University Press
Total Pages: 159
Release: 2007
Genre: Baptism
ISBN: 1602580049

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Baptism has been a contested practice from the very beginning of the church. In this volume, Ben Witherington rethinks the theology of baptism and does so in constant conversation with the classic theological positions and central New Testament texts. By placing baptism in the context of the covenant, Witherington shows how advocates of both believer's baptism and infant baptism have added some water to both their theology and practice of baptism

Catechism of the Catholic Church

Catechism of the Catholic Church
Author: U.S. Catholic Church
Publisher: Image
Total Pages: 849
Release: 2012-11-28
Genre: Religion
ISBN: 030795370X

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Over 3 million copies sold! Essential reading for Catholics of all walks of life. Here it is - the first new Catechism of the Catholic Church in more than 400 years, a complete summary of what Catholics around the world commonly believe. The Catechism draws on the Bible, the Mass, the Sacraments, Church tradition and teaching, and the lives of saints. It comes with a complete index, footnotes and cross-references for a fuller understanding of every subject. The word catechism means "instruction" - this book will serve as the standard for all future catechisms. Using the tradition of explaining what the Church believes (the Creed), what she celebrates (the Sacraments), what she lives (the Commandments), and what she prays (the Lord's Prayer), the Catechism of the Catholic Church offers challenges for believers and answers for all those interested in learning about the mystery of the Catholic faith. The Catechism of the Catholic Church is a positive, coherent and contemporary map for our spiritual journey toward transformation.