Discernment in the Early Church and Today: Reclaiming Paul's Vision for Formation and Community Building
Author/Artist:
JOHN G LEWIS
ISBN-10:
1640657746
ISBN-13:
9781640657748
Publisher:
Seabury
Binding:
PAPERBACK
Price:
AU$55.95
Description:
Through a close exegetical reading of Paul's letters, this volume shows how Paul prioritised moral formation and community-building in his pastoral ministry and placed the practice of communal discernment in churches at the heart of life in the Spirit. Applying these fundamental insights for today's churches, Lewis reclaims Paul's primary pastoral emphasis on moral discernment and community-building, showing how this practice can be used in a variety of local church communities.
Ideal for scholars and clergy interested in applying Paul's pastoral theology to real contexts, the volume includes practical examples and strategies for engaging in a vibrant practice of spiritual discernment today.
Donkey Roads and Camel Treks: A pilgrim's guide for Advent
Author/Artist:
GEMMA SIMMONDS
ISBN-10:
1800393474
ISBN-13:
9781800393479
Publisher:
Bible Reading Fellowship
Binding:
PAPERBACK
Price:
AU$24.95
Description:
Advent is often described as a time of waiting. But this waiting isn't about frustration or delay, it's a sign of our capacity to grow. Our longing for Christmas reflects our deeper desire for God, and the waiting itself can expand that desire. Drawing on deep theological and biblical insight, Gemma Simmonds shares these ideas in a warm, accessible, and down-to-earth way.
Her daily reflections, from 1-25 December, each begin with a Bible passage and invite readers to explore a daily theme through varied examples and perspectives. Simmonds connects faith to everyday life in 2025, drawing on films, caring for creation, shopping, and other modern experiences, alongside powerful real-life stories. Each reflection offers space for personal prayer and thought, as well as questions for group discussion, making this a rich and relevant companion for the Advent season.
Cultivating a Contemplative Heart and Becoming a Person of Prayer
Author/Artist:
MARY BETH KREMSKI
ISBN-10:
1639663169
ISBN-13:
9781639663163
Publisher:
OSV
Binding:
PAPERBACK
Price:
AU$33.95
Description:
This book presents a clear, accessible introduction to contemplative prayer as a formative practice that shapes interior attentiveness, discernment, and freedom. Rather than offering technique-driven formulas, it examines the dispositions that prepare a person for sustained contemplative practice, openness, honesty, receptivity, and a willingness to relinquish self-preoccupation.
Aimed especially at lay readers, Kremski argues that deep contemplative engagement is not the preserve of clergy or religious specialists but an attainable path for anyone seeking greater interior coherence and spiritual depth. Readers are guided to reflect on the nature of truth, the dynamics of surrender, the challenges of listening, and the role of contemplation within the wider Christian community, ultimately an invitation to a more grounded and attentive way of life.
The Wisdom Years: A Spirituality of Aging
Author/Artist:
MARGARET SILF
ISBN-10:
1915412765
ISBN-13:
9781915412768
Publisher:
Paulist Press
Binding:
PAPERBACK
Price:
AU$49.95
Description:
It's time to retire, slow down, and step into the later chapters of life, but not necessarily to fade into invisibility. This book explores the wisdom years as a period of inward growth, reflection, and discovery. Margaret Silf invites readers to embrace both the challenges, like letting go and confronting mortality, and the joys, as new perspectives reveal unexpected gifts and possibilities.
Silf draws on her own spiritual journey and experience guiding others, highlighting the signposts of older age, offering insights into the immense spiritual value of later life. The book encourages celebrating and sharing the fruits of a life well lived.
World of Wonders: A Spirituality of Reading
Author/Artist:
JEFF CROSBY
ISBN-10:
1640609458
ISBN-13:
9781640609457
Publisher:
Paraclete Press
Binding:
PAPERBACK
Price:
AU$39.95
Description:
Why should we read? It's a question Jeff Crosby both poses and beautifully answers through personal stories, literary reflections, and spiritual insights.
World of Wonders is a heartfelt tribute to the power of books and reading's ability to unfurl the glory of God, transform our lives, open windows to the world, inspire our imaginations, and help us be more faithful followers of Christ.
Crosby explores how reading bridges differences, fosters understanding, and brings healing in a fractured world. Whether you're a lifelong reader or just beginning to explore the joy of books, this work reveals reading as a sacred practice, a means to encounter God, navigate life's seasons, and cultivate a more meaningful faith.
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