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THE WELCOMING CONGREGATION
ROOTS AND FRUITS OF CHRISTIAN HOSPITALITY |
| By: |
Henry G. Brinton, William H. Willimon (Foreword) |
| Format: |
Paperback |
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£11.99 |
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| ISBN 10: |
0664237002 |
| ISBN 13: |
9780664237004 |
| Publisher: |
WESTMINSTER/JOHN KNOX PRESS,U.S. |
| Pub. date: |
21 June, 2012 |
| Pages: |
152 |
| Description: |
This practical book by pastor and writer Henry G. Brinton studies the biblical basis for Christian hospitality and how it is practiced in congregations today. |
| Synopsis: |
"Every time people sit down to eat and drink together, there is the possibility that community will grow and people will be reconciled to one another. This is good news for a fractured and polarized world, and a strong sign of the importance of being a welcoming congregation that embraces all people with God's love and grace." -from the introductionThis practical book by pastor and writer Henry G. Brinton studies the biblical basis for Christian hospitality and how it is practiced in congregations today. While recognizing the challenges for embracing all people in the life of the church, Brinton offers a helpful guide for creating a hospitable congregation and welcoming others through spiritual formation, reconciliation, and outreach. He includes discussion questions and an action plan in each chapter. |
| Publication: |
US |
| Imprint: |
Westminster/John Knox Press,U.S. |
| Returns: |
Non-returnable |