Practical Theology: An Introduction - Softcover

Osmer, Richard R.

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9780802817655: Practical Theology: An Introduction
Softcover
ISBN 10: 0802817653 ISBN 13: 9780802817655
Publisher: Eerdmans, 2008

Synopsis

Every church congregation encounters challenging situations, some the same the world over, and others specific to each church. Richard Osmer here seeks to teach congregational leaders -- including, but not limited to, clergy -- the requisite knowledge and skills to meet such situations with sensitivity and creativity.

Osmer develops a framework for practical theological interpretation in congregations by focusing on four key questions: What is going on in a given context? Why is this going on? What ought to be going on? and How might the leader shape the context to better embody Christian witness and mission?

The book is unique in its attention to interdisciplinary issues and the ways that theological reflection is grounded in the spirituality of leaders. Useful, accessible, and lively -- with lots of specific examples and case studies -- Osmer‘s Practical Theology effectively equips congregational leaders to guide their communities with theological integrity.
 

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About the Author

 

Richard R. Osmer is Princeton Theological Seminary's Ralph B. and Helen S. Ashenfelter Professor of Mission and Evangelism Emeritus. An ordained Presbyterian minister, he chairs the Committee to Write New Catechisms for the Presbyterian Church (USA). His other books include Practical Theology: An Introduction, The Teaching Ministry of Congregations, and Religious Education between Modernization and Globalization.

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Publisher
Eerdmans
Publication date
2008
Language
English
ISBN 10 
0802817653
ISBN 13 
9780802817655
Binding
Paperback
Number of pages
256
Rating
  • 3.66 out of 5 stars
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