The Book of Common Prayer

A Spiritual Treasure Chest-Selections Annotated & Explained

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Produktbeschreibung

For centuries Christians and seekers from various backgrounds have found strength for their spiritual journey in The Book of Common Prayer. Unique selections with facing-page commentary offer fascinating insights into its history and its meaning for today.

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Produktdetails

• Verlag: SkyLight Paths
• Seitenzahl: 210
• Erscheinungstermin: 1. Oktober 2013
• Englisch
• Abmessung: 222mm x 145mm x 16mm
• Gewicht: 434g
• ISBN-13: 9781683363415
• ISBN-10: 1683363418
• Artikelnr.: 45374249

Autorenporträt

The Rev. Canon C. K. Robertson, PhD, is canon to the presiding bishop of The Episcopal Church, a noted scholar in the worldwide Anglican Communion and distinguished visiting professor at the General Theological Seminary in New York City. Dr. Robertson serves on several national boards and has published many books and articles (see www.ckrobertson.com), including The Book of Common Prayer: A Spiritual Treasure Chest-Selections Annotated & Explained; A Dangerous Dozen: 12 Christians Who Threatened the Status Quo but Taught Us to Live Like Jesus (both SkyLight Paths); Transforming Stewardship; Jesus and Paul: Global Perspectives and Conversations with Scripture: The Acts of the Apostles. He has worked extensively with the U.S. Department of Education, the White House and in the film and television industry. He is a respected speaker on leadership development and conflict management.

Inhaltsangabe

Foreword vii
The Most Rev. Katharine Jefferts Schori
Preface ix
Archbishop Emeritus Desmond Tutu
Introduction xi
1. A Life of Prayer 1
2. Belonging and Building Relationships 45
3. Blessing in Times of Joy and Pain 93
4. Called to Serve 119
5. Praise and Petition 145
Using the Prayer Book as a Spiritual Tool 167
Suggestions for Further Reading 170