Description
Taking seriously Paul's exhortation in 1 Thessalonians to "pray without ceasing," Deborah van Deusen Hunsinger challenges pastors and congregations to put prayer at the center of their Christian practice and theological reflection. In this thought-provoking book Hunsinger reclaims spiritual practices from token use and unites them in a dynamic network of interdependent caring traditions. The book begins with the three foundational disciplines of spiritual reading, careful listening, and self-reflection. Hunsinger then explores prayers of petition, intercession, confession, lament, and thanksgiving. Finally she offers practical, workable suggestions for developing pastoral care groups and teaching care-giving skills at the congregational level. Clergy and laity alike will reap the benefits of this revitalizing look at the spiritual disciplines as dynamic forces in the life of the church.
Author: Deborah Van Deusen Hunsinger
Publisher: William B. Eerdmans Publishing Company
Published: 08/01/2006
Pages: 250
Binding Type: Paperback
Weight: 0.81lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.08w x 0.70d
ISBN13: 9780802847591
ISBN10: 0802847595
BISAC Categories:
- Religion | Prayer
- Religion | Christian Ministry | Pastoral Resources
- Religion | Christian Church | Administration
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