(PUBEerdmans)Cunningham takes exception to sentimental portraits of Francis, whether as a "blesser of animals," "church rebel," or precursor of the "spirituality" movement, preferring instead to see Francis as a reformer of the medieval church, whose vow of poverty and unusual lifestyle sought to "a... (more)

A crisp, lively, humorous and biblical plea for a loving understanding of the people with whom Christians share the Good News. Practical help on how to move them a step nearer to the kingdom. 128 pages

Pastoral transitions can be fraught with pitfalls, yet there is advice that can help ministers and congregations avoid those dangers. Lawrence Farris, a pastor who himself has left three churches, here gives ten wise, thoughtful commandments for shepherds leaving their flock. Hardly heavy-handed dic... (more)

A practical book on the healing power of prayer. It explains how to pray when feeling guilty or ashamed, anxious or fearful, busy and stressed, angry or depressed, jealous or envious. It also deals with situations of illness and bereavement, and gives practical guidelines. New chapters for this edit... (more)

Exhibiting Aspects of New Testament Religion. The social science of anthropology has been used in recent years to open up fascinating new ways of understanding biblical texts. In this fresh and stimulating study, Louise Lawrence argues that anthropology and theology need not be enemies but can bec... (more)