The 2000 presidential race resulted in the highest-profile ballot battle in over a century. But it is far from the only American election determined by a handful of votes and marred by claims of fraud
Theological reflection—connecting life, ministry, and religious traditions —is a core component of ministerial training. Contemporary ministers serve in increasingly interfaith contexts and also with
Theological reflection—connecting life, ministry, and religious traditions —is a core component of ministerial training. Contemporary ministers serve in increasingly interfaith contexts and also with
Describes the development of the Christian Eucharist, from the first century to the present day, along with information on the theology of each time period and liturgical expressions, including archit
The International Academy of Practical Theology held its July-August 2009 biennial meeting in Chicago, and many of the presentations have been distilled for this volume. The 23 papers cover leading id
While admitting particular parameters and priorities for Roman Catholic preachers, this volume was intentionally envisioned as a handbook for “catholic” preaching in the broadest and most universal se
The reform of the liturgy has dramatically changed the way Roman Catholics and al Christians understand their worship. The arena of the encounter has shifted from a passive experience of observation o
Shaping our journey into the DivineThis moving and enlightening book presents us with a compelling vision of what can happen when we take the opportunity to connect stories and rituals--a vision of in
Ubuntu is a dynamic and celebrated concept in Africa. In the great Sutu-nguni family of Southern Africa, being humane is regarded as the supreme virtue. The essence of this philosophy of life, called
2008 Catholic Press Association Award Winner! The 2002 Institutio Generalis Missalis Romani(IGMR) comes at an important moment in the history of Roman Catholicism. The Church has come through the dram
Pastors and religious scholars extol the benefits and point out the dangers of the democratization of families during the late 20th century, which transformed wives and children from a man's property
A Commentary on the Order of Mass of The Roman Missal gathers the insights of some of today's foremost English-speaking liturgical scholars to aid in understanding this most recent edition of the Orde
