Exploring the role of bishops within the Church of England, this book delves into historical and contemporary arguments regarding their significance. It addresses the proper functions of bishops and offers insights on how they should navigate the challenges faced by the church today. Through a thoughtful examination of past and future perspectives, the text aims to clarify the essential contributions of bishops to the church's mission and governance.
The book features a collection of ten articles from various authors, published on ViaMedia.News, which aim to question the traditional interpretation of the Bible regarding same-sex relationships and marriage. Through diverse perspectives, the series seeks to promote a more inclusive understanding of biblical texts and their implications for contemporary discussions on sexuality within the Anglican community.
A fascinating account of the life of one of the most famous women of the Victorian era.
Inspired by the author's recurring childhood dream of a beautiful, unknown place which became reality many years later, this story is about the destiny of two people. They live in totally different worlds: one, in a dying universe which perished before ours was even born; the other, growing up on Earth, between the two World Wars. They only meet in dreams until, many years later, these dreams, too, become reality.
Living in Love and Faith is an initiative from the House of Bishops. It purports to be neutral, to aid conversations on the church's future position on matters of sexuality. However it is biased towards a liberal view.
We live in an age in which there is widespread confusionabout matters to with sex, marriage, and family life notonly in society at large, but also within the ChristianChurch.The purpose of this new Primer is to address thisconfusion by providing clergy and laity alike with abasic introduction to what the Christian faith has tosay about these matters. it is particularly designedto help Christians to understand the issues that willbe discussed in the Church of England following thepublication of the Living in Love and Faith material inlate 2020.The Primer explains in clear terms the basis of aChristian approach to these matters, and then goes onto look at what Christianity has to say about marriage,singleness, friendship, intersex and transgender, sexoutside marriage (including same-sex relationships),divorce and re-marriage, birth control and treatmentfor infertility.
The Athanasian Creed, once a cornerstone of Christian doctrine, has fallen into obscurity, with many laity unaware of its existence and clergy struggling to grasp its theological significance. Its infrequent use in services, even among conservative congregations, highlights a growing disconnect within the church regarding this important statement of faith. The book aims to revive interest and understanding of the Creed, exploring its historical context and relevance in contemporary worship.
Responding to the Contemporary Debate about Marriage, Sexuality and Reconciliation
The book addresses the challenges Christians encounter regarding human sexuality, highlighting the pressure to adapt to external societal changes and internal church dynamics. It explores the complexities of maintaining faith and conviction amidst evolving cultural norms, providing insights into the struggles and discussions surrounding this critical issue within the Christian community.