Living the Mission

Living the Mission
Author: Renovare
Publisher: Zondervan
Total Pages: 162
Release: 2007-05-29
Genre: Religion
ISBN: 0060841265

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Living the Mission explores what it means to be a Christian today. By examining the early church's struggle in the wake of Jesus's devastating death and awe-inspiring resurrection in the book of Acts, we learn how we can follow Jesus, how Jesus is still with us in the Holy Spirit, and how we are called to form communities into which we are forever inviting others. Conveniently organized for individual or group study, Living the Mission explores the heart of what it means to follow Jesus and be a part of his church.

Formation for Mission in Catholic Education

Formation for Mission in Catholic Education
Author: William Sultmann
Publisher: Springer Nature
Total Pages: 91
Release: 2022-08-20
Genre: Education
ISBN: 9811937702

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This book arose from commissioned research by the National Catholic Education Commission (NCEC) on the alignment and effectiveness of 'A Framework for Formation for Mission in Catholic Education' (NCEC, 2017). It articulates contemporary best practice, and traces the experience of the Catholic Church in pursuing formation as integral to mission. This book also reviews and reports on formation within the context of the Catholic school. Its research validates ‘The Framework’ in Catholic education, and provides a complementary narrative for enhancing formation alignment and effectiveness, specifically with a focus on the Catholic school, but also with implications for formation in the wider context of ministry applications. This book is developed based on three questions, which also serve as thematic chapters that structure the narrative: what is the context and culture in which formation occurs; how is formation presented and enacted within the Australian context; and how can the understanding and practice of formation be advanced beyond its context and culture, policy, programs and ‘The Framework’ principles.

A Guide to Christian Spiritual Formation

A Guide to Christian Spiritual Formation
Author: Evan B. Howard
Publisher: Baker Academic
Total Pages: 423
Release: 2018-01-16
Genre: Religion
ISBN: 149341139X

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Evan Howard, a noted authority on Christian spirituality, provides a holistic, accessible, and informed introduction to Christian spiritual formation written from a broadly evangelical perspective. Howard joins Scripture with themes of community, spirit, formation, and mission in a single integrative guide. The book includes helpful features such as figures, charts, chapter overviews, and formation-focused questions. Its evangelical-ecumenical and global perspectives will appeal to a wide audience. Resources for professors and students are available through Baker Academic's Textbook eSources.

Cultivating Sent Communities

Cultivating Sent Communities
Author: Dwight Zscheile
Publisher: Wm. B. Eerdmans Publishing
Total Pages: 221
Release: 2012-03-15
Genre: Religion
ISBN: 0802867278

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"Cultivating sent communities reimagines spiritual formation through the lens of mission, covering such topics as the role of Scripture, congregational discernment, and short-term missions and drawing on case studies from diverse contexts including Ethiopia, England, Leipzig, and San Francisco."--Back cover.

Intercultural Discipleship (Encountering Mission)

Intercultural Discipleship (Encountering Mission)
Author: W. Jay Moon
Publisher: Baker Academic
Total Pages: 303
Release: 2017-12-05
Genre: Religion
ISBN: 1493411489

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This addition to an acclaimed series brings cutting-edge research to bear on a topic of perennial interest: making disciples. The book looks at disciple-making from multiple cultures to help readers discover contextual approaches that are culturally relevant and biblically faithful. It emphasizes methods that are especially effective with contemporary converts and includes practical examples from around the world. Each chapter includes sidebars, discussion questions, an activity for discipling, and a case study. An appendix contains further suggestions and exercises for instructors.

Spirituality in Mission

Spirituality in Mission
Author: John Amalraj
Publisher: William Carey Publishing
Total Pages: 686
Release: 2018-01-03
Genre: Religion
ISBN: 0878080589

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Authors from eighteen countries give us their perspectives on biblical principles and cultural expressions of spirituality particularly as the church engages in God’s mission. The anthology of texts enriches our understanding of the depth and the meaning of being spiritual and the diversity of forms to live out the Christian faith. The issue today is how spirituality should direct and guide a daily life as followers of Jesus in the engagement in the mission of God. No doubt that it has to do with our inner life and our relationship to God, but it is in showing our love and concern to others that we prove our love to God, according to the Apostle John (1 John 4). Mission without spirituality will only be a human effort to convince people of religious theories. Spirituality without a missionary involvement of the church will not express God’s desire that the transforming gospel reaches every person. This book will help you rethink your understanding of what is spiritual, revisit your own spiritual journey, and appreciate the different forms of spirituality as they are described and performed around the globe.

Formation for Mission

Formation for Mission
Author: Mary T. Lederleitner
Publisher: Lexham Press
Total Pages: 234
Release: 2022-08-10
Genre: Religion
ISBN: 1683596161

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Helping the next generation live for Christ As Christian adolescents develop into adults, they face unique questions and challenges. But this stage of life also provides unique opportunities for all who care about the spiritual flourishing of the next generation. Created in partnership with the Wheaton College Billy Graham Center, Formation for Mission empowers those who interact with teenagers and young adults. Gathering wisdom from a diverse variety of veteran teachers and weaving together research--informed social, theological, and practical insights, each chapter examines essential features in the missional development, formation, and contexts of young people. Questions for reflection and discussion move the conversation forward. Each generation is commissioned to pass the faith on to the next and help them live for Christ, enter congregational life, and engage in Christian mission. With cultural awareness and sensitivity to the challenges of today, Formation for Mission offers hopeful advice to those who are invested in supporting the spiritual thriving of emerging adults.

Stirring the Soul of Catholic Education

Stirring the Soul of Catholic Education
Author: Jill Gowdie
Publisher: Vaughan Publishing
Total Pages: 384
Release: 2017-07-21
Genre: Education
ISBN: 9780987306074

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This fifth volume in the Mission and Education series grapples with the question of how to frame a re-imagined understanding of formation for the Catholic educator and leader.

Understanding Faith Formation

Understanding Faith Formation
Author: Mark A. Maddix
Publisher: Baker Academic
Total Pages: 150
Release: 2020-10-27
Genre: Religion
ISBN: 1493427296

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Three leading Christian educators offer a survey of faith formation from various perspectives: biblical, theological, pastoral, practical, and global. They present a biblical theology of faith formation for individual and congregational life and show how faith can be formed through the life and mission of the local church through practices such as communal worship, Bible study, and mission. They also explore the faces of faith formation in multicultural and global contexts. The book includes practical exercises for those beginning in ministry and reflection questions.

Responding to God's Call

Responding to God's Call
Author: Jeremy Worthen
Publisher: Canterbury Press
Total Pages: 200
Release: 2012-09-30
Genre: Religion
ISBN: 1848252129

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‘Formation’ has become an increasingly popular concept in the Christian churches in recent years. It is used frequently in relation to education and training for ministry, and also to describe the personal and spiritual growth of individuals and congregations. Yet until now it has lacked clear definition. Responding to God's Call explores formation as the ways in which Christians are shaped for vocation, and the ways in which we hear and respond to God's call. This ground breaking book is an essential resource for all with responsibility for nurturing discipleship and vocation - whether it is our shared call to grow into the fullness of our baptismal calling, or a distinctive vocation to ordained or lay ministry.