To Serve this Present Age


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At a time when the African American church is increasingly associated with the controversial prosperity gospel, Minister Danielle Ayers and Reverend Reginald Williams remind black church leaders of the prophetic call to "do justice." Within these pages, the authors Review the history of the black church's social justice contributions and leadership Establish today's need for justice ministries in the congregation and community Spotlight real-lire ministries and initiatives Provide sample training manual materials, "Doing Justice" and "Our Vote" From initiatives of care and education to programs of action and collaboration, discover the transforming impact the church can have on society, culture, and community through diverse social justice ministries. Book jacket.




Social Justice Ministry


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A Social Justice Ministry


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I Like Being in Parish Ministry


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Ideal for those just beginning their ministry and for ministry veterans to affirm their call to service. Each 48-page booklet offers practical advice, questions for reflection, personal testimonies, simple prayers for either group or individual use, and spiritual enrichment in a format that is clear and easy to use.




Generous Justice


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Keller explores a life of justice empowered by an experience of grace.




On Earth as It Is in Heaven


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"On Earth As It Is In Heaven" is a sequel to the author's previous book on social justice ministry in faith communities. This book offers readers the opportunity to explore four specific topic areas: (1) How to organize an effective and sustainable social justice ministry within a faith community" called "The Organizing Approach Model"; (2) A concentrated focus on the often misunderstood, confusing and sometimes feared faith-based ministry of "social change"; (3) An examination of the critical role of social justice ministry "Formation" along with the author's recommendation about the best formation process in the field; and, (4) A clear, common sense set of principles that shape a proposed "Spirituality of Social Justice Ministry" that can keep ministry leaders and practitioners on the right path as they cultivate a closer, deeper relationship with God through the ministry. Along the way, readers will discover answers to some important questions that challenge all social justice ministry champions. Much of the content utilizes a "skills training" format... like participating in leadership training sessions. In addition, a manual format style is offered if there is a desire to duplicate parts of the manuscript. The content is realistic, functional, and workable because it has been field-tested by the author and the thousands of ministry leaders and practitioners who have gone through his trainings.




Social Justice Ministry


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When Youth Lead


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Good News to the Poor


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Help them or tell them? Be like Jesus or talk about Jesus? Social action or gospel proclamation? It seems the two are often pitted against each other, as if they are mutually exclusive. But the New Testament paints a different picture where both aspects are valued. In this plea for a renewed understanding of the Christian calling, Chester argues that faithfulness to the gospel necessitates a commitment to evangelism and social involvement. To that end, he structures the book around three basic theses: 1.) evangelism and social action are distinct activities, 2.) proclamation is central, and 3.) evangelism and social action are inseparable. Responding to Christians in both camps, Chester helps people to talk the talk and walk the walk.