SCM Studyguide: Biblical Hermeneutics

Author: David Holgate
Publisher: SCM Press
ISBN: 0334057310
Category : Religion
Languages : en
Pages : 205

Book Description
The SCM Studyguide: Biblical Hermenuetics offers entry-level undergraduates a framework for interpreting the Bible. The book goes beyond offering guidance on how to do exegesis, and is intended as a practical tool to help readers develop good interpretative strategies for themselves. As such it features pedagogical tools such as Try-it-Out boxes to assist students to develop a tested and thought - through overall interpretative strategy of their own. This fully updated 2nd edition takes into account the changing church and world context, and the new challenges this context brings as students seek to read the Bible with attentiveness, integrity and faithfulness. Table of contents Acknowledgements Introduction 1. Where Do We Want to Go? 2. Past Experience and Present Expectations 3. Tools for Exegesis 4. Our Reality 5. Committed Readings 6. Enabling Dialogue with the Text 7. Our Goal: Life-Affirming Interpretations Summary of the Interpretative Process References and Further Reading Index of Biblical References Index of Names Index of Subjects

SCM Studyguide to Christian Ethics

Author: Neil Messer
Publisher: Hymns Ancient and Modern Ltd
ISBN: 9780334029953
Category : Religion
Languages : en
Pages : 260

Book Description
This book is a wide-ranging introduction to Christian ethics that assumes no prior knowledge of the subject. It introduces a range of approaches to Christian moral reasoning and discusses numerous practical ethical issues. Throughout the book, ethical theory and practical ethics are integrated with one another, in order to show how each informs the other. Topics often neglected in Christian ethics are dealt with here, including Christian ethics and science and Christian ethics and pastoral care. Case studies and exercises give readers the opportunity to formulate their own responses to the moral issues discussed in the book, and to reflect on the sources of their own moral deliberation and action. Chapter bibliographies list print and web resources offering more detailed coverage of the topics introduced in the book.

SCM Studyguide Pastoral Theology

Author: Margaret Whipp
Publisher: Hymns Ancient and Modern Ltd
ISBN: 0334045509
Category : Religion
Languages : en
Pages : 209

Book Description
The SCM Studyguide Pastoral Theology designed to support undergraduate courses for the training of clergy and lay pastoral workers at an accessible introductory level. The book aims to develop pastoral wisdom and integrity through a critical integration of theology and the human sciences. Introducing key themes in theological anthropology and pastoral practice, it shapes a creative pastoral vision which is deeply rooted in a Christian vision of what it means to be human and what it takes to care. Working with case studies, the book will introduce broad frameworks of understanding of issues such as growth, loss, and sexuality, together with critical perspectives on important aspects of practice such as language, power and boundaries. The book provides an accessible overview of key concepts in pastoral theology, offering key entry points for further discussion and study. Each chapter includes discussion questions and/or reflective exercises at the end of each chapter together with a short bibliography. Throughout the text, key summaries of learning will be indicated by boxed Practice Points.

SCM Studyguide: Theological Reflection

Author: Judith Thompson
Publisher: SCM Press
ISBN: 0334056837
Category : Religion
Languages : en
Pages : 147

Book Description
Since it was first published, the SCM Studyguide to Theological Reflection has quickly gained a reputation for being a vital and accessible guide to the subject for all who embark on it for the first time. This studyguide offers newcomers a step by step introduction to understanding what theological reflection is and helps them to explore which of the methods introduced best suits them and their particular situation. It is practical in emphasis, providing students with a wide variety of worked examples and opportunities to carry out their own exercises. This 2nd edition will bring the content up to date, offering a revised and improved bibliography and updated and refreshed examples and exercises, including new sections on scriptural reasoning and contemplative theology.

The Sacraments

Author: Ross Thompson
Publisher: Hymns Ancient and Modern Ltd
ISBN: 9780334040200
Category : Religion
Languages : en
Pages : 268

Book Description
Provides a grounding in the historical development of the Sacraments from the Old Testament through to modern day thinking. General ideas of sacraments and ritual are covered as well as Old Testament practices, the response of Jesus and the Early Church.

Books of the New Testament

Author: Ian Boxall
Publisher: Hymns Ancient and Modern Ltd
ISBN: 9780334040477
Category : Religion
Languages : en
Pages : 276

Book Description
Aimed at level one students, this work encourages interaction with the New Testament texts and provides pointers for further reading and learning. It describes the world out of which the New Testament came, and what can be known of the key figures of Jesus and Paul, discussing the 27 books in turn.

SCM Studyguide: Preaching

Author: Peter K. Stevenson
Publisher: SCM Press
ISBN: 0334043743
Category : Religion
Languages : en
Pages : 280

Book Description
Peter Stevenson provides an introduction to the practice of preaching. It is designed for people from various church traditions, in the early stages of ministerial formation. Preaching is a complex and challenging business requiring a demanding mixture of skills. People listening to a sermon have the right to expect that a person who stands up to preach, can interpret the Bible competently, has a grasp of core Christian beliefs, and believes what they preach. They also expect someone who has the necessary range of communication skills to put the message across in an accessible way. Such a range of expectations presents daunting challenges to the most experienced preacher. Including practical exercises which could be used by individuals or by groups, this book is suitable for introductory courses in preaching or for modules which consider preaching within an overall focus upon leading public worship.

SCM Studyguide to Christian Spirituality

Author: Ross Thompson
Publisher: Hymns Ancient and Modern Ltd
ISBN: 0334040930
Category : Religion
Languages : en
Pages : 273

Book Description
TheSCM Studyguide: Christian Spiritualityis designed as an introduction to spirituality for students of all religious backgrounds coming to the subject for the first time.

Spirituality, Theology and Mental Health

Author: Christopher Cook
Publisher: Hymns Ancient and Modern Ltd
ISBN: 0334046262
Category : Religion
Languages : en
Pages : 241

Book Description
Theology, Spirituality and Mental Health provides reflections from leading international scholars and practitioners in theology, anthropology, philosophy and psychiatry as to the nature of spirituality and its relevance to constructions of mental disorder and mental healthcare. Key issues are explored in depth, including the nature of spirituality and recent debates concerning its importance in contemporary psychiatric practice, relationship between demons and wellbeing in ancient religious texts and contemporary practice, religious conversion, and the nature and importance of myth and theology in shaping human self understanding. These are used as a basis for exploring some of the overarching intellectual and practical issues that arise when different disciplines engage together with an attempt to better understand the relationship between spirituality and mental health and translate their findings into mental healthcare practice.

SCM Studyguide to Preaching

Author: Peter Stevenson
Publisher: SCM Press
ISBN: 0334056144
Category : Religion
Languages : en
Pages : 280

Book Description
A step by step guide to learning about preaching and more importantly how to craft and deliver a sermon. It offers a student friendly, jargon-free introduction that requires no prior knowledge of the subject.