Introducing Practical Theology

Introducing Practical TheologyThis introduction to the field of practical theology reclaims a theological vision for the life and work of the church. Pete Ward dispels the myth that practical theology is a distraction from the "real" tasks of ministry or from serious academic theological work. He argues that practical theology is part of the everyday life of the church and that there are a variety of possible approaches, helping readers evaluate the approach that is most

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the significance of touch as Jesus healed people

At a time of deep disagreements about the nature and purpose of academic biblical studies

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including new discipline areas

but also from personal experience

which offers big-picture proposals based on detailed work with Paul's letters

He traces the mission of the church throughout history in order to address the global church and offers a constructive theology and practice for missionary work today

Cooper not only sketches the evolution of panentheism but also critiques it

He helps us understand mission in its broadest sense

and current issue sidebars

In this addition to the well-received Paideia series