Books published by Canterbury Press Norwich

When change in the Anglican Church is controversial, such as the ordination of women, those on both sides of the debate appear to reason and tradition to strengthen their argument. This important study explores the limits of that tradition.

A resource for worship with blessing prayers for all landmark occasions from birth to death. A successor to the best-selling 'World of Blessing'.

In the literary tradition of Parson Woodforde and Georges Bernanos, here is the diary of a country vicar at the end of the 20th century and the beginning of the 21st. It raises questions about the nature of ministry and the future of the Church through its observed portraits and stories.

A practical pastoral theology for those living or ministering in a culturally diverse parish, town or city, with information on codes of behaviour, dress and terms of address in various multi-faith contexts. Each chapter includes responses by two writers from other faiths.

A practical and affirming book for everyone dealing with the issue of sexuality, whether as a gay or lesbian Christian seeking to live with integrity, a friend or family member, or as a church leader seeking understanding and guidance. It suggests practical ways of managing and enriching relationships with God, the church, and others.

A practical yet profound guide for anyone venturing on the path of prayer and contemplation, exploring Julian of Norwich's way of prayer and discovering its enduring wisdom for today. First published 30 years ago, it is truly a modern spiritual classic.

A money-saving handbook for all who care for and maintain church buildings, this practical and comprehensive guide provides expert advice from a leading church architect and an experienced heritage buildings specialist. They also show how church buildings can be tools for contemporary mission, packed with potential for community engagement.

Local church life is changing radically and clergy deployment with it. Multi-congregational groupings are increasingly the norm with fewer stipendiary clergy. As ministry increasingly becomes the responsibility of local congregations and priesthood more about supervision, this guide explores the theology of this model and how it works in practice.

In Speaking of Sin, Barbara Brown Taylor brings her fresh perspective to words that often cause us discomfort and have widely fallen into neglect: sin, damnation, repentance, penance, and salvation. In recovering this lost language in our worship and individual lives, she shows how we can take part in the divine work of redemption.

Tea is the world's most popular beverage. Yet there are disturbing truths to be faced about our morning cuppa. Priest and social activist Becca Stevens tells the remarkable story of how a local cafe run by women recovering from abuse, prostitution and addiction is helping to bring freedom and fair wages to the tea industry.

A unique publication to commemorate the centenary of The English Hymnal in 2006 with contributions from some of the foremost personalities from the field of hymnody today, covering the background, development and hundred-year history of the most popular Anglo-Catholic hymnal ever published in this country.

Presents a theological framework for considering and responding to the challenges of climate change, exploring the spiritual questions being opened up by this issue: questions about human life and destiny, about our relationship to the planet and to each other, about altruism and selfishness, and about the place of technology.

As the Israelites received manna as they made their way through the wilderness, so too is God made known to us in the simple things that sustain our lives. With humour and an eye for human stubbornness, Barbara Brown Taylor reflects on moments of divine providence and encounter in the Bible, from the stories of Moses and Daniel to the Book of Acts.

Offers a reading on the theme of grace for every day of the year, drawing from poetry, spiritual writing, novels, autobiography, memoir, and wise sayings from the world's religious traditions. The rich collection of material reflects both a love of humanity and a passion for power of wise words to illuminate.

Is the Church of England in terminal decline, as some have forecast, or does it have a vigorous future? The Church Times decided it was time to give the C of E a thorough medical. Thirty-five specialists, including academics, researchers, parish priests, missioners and commentators, take the Church's temperature and prescribe some remedies.

Provides a history of the movement within the Church of England that helped to heal Anglican-Roman Catholic divisions and pioneered unity.

The story of The Community of the Cross of Nails, born from the bombing of Coventry Cathedral in 1940. Today, it works in 40 countries to build peace, heal the wounds of history and enable people to grow together in hope. This illustrated guide tells its remarkable story from the beginning, reflecting on the meaning of reconciliation today.

There is no better observer of the volatile relations between the clergy, the choir, the organist and the congregation than Reg Frary who has seen it all in almost seventy years' first-hand experience of sitting in the choir stalls Sunday by Sunday. Here are 23 stories, written with characteristic affection and wit.

This is the first published collection of poems by El Gruer, a performance poet whose work has earned her the title `The People's Poet'. El's writing is rooted in the belief that poetry is for everyone and she aims to make poetry something to be experienced rather than just read.

A practical and theological guide to rural ministry. It explores: pastoral skills for rural ministry, leadership models for rural contexts, multi-church ministry, developing lay ministry and leadership, the distinctive values of rural churches, vocational pathways for rural ministry, and whether mission be explicit or implicit.

Sees Ronald Blythe observe the progress of one whole calendar year in the river valley where he has lived and worked among artists, writers, farmers and, increasingly, commuters.

Faith, Hope and Mischief tells funny, prophetic and powerful stories of tiny acts of rebellion Andrew has carried out, with arresting reflections on what it means to live in faith and hope. His stories delight and challenge in equal measure, showing how the kingdom of God turns up in all kinds of ways and how small things make a big difference.

In Soulful Nature, Brian Draper and Howard Green encourage you to get outside and make deeper connections with creation and its creator. They chart walking journeys through rural landscapes and town streets over the course of a year, showing how the natural cycle of the changing seasons can awaken us to the rhythms of our own lives.

God's Church in the World: The Gift of Catholic Mission presents a confident and joyful assertion of the Catholic character of Christian mission and its sacramental nature, exploring the transforming role the Catholic tradition can play in evangelism.

Experienced practitioners, theologians and academics reflect on the Christian voice as it engages in education today. At a time of national uncertainty for RE, questions about faith-based schools and the place of religious belief in the public arena, this volume offers a creative exploration of the future for Christian engagement in education.

This 2020 calendar features 12 great cartoons from Dave Walker, each one packed with wry humour and spot-on observations on church life. Here is everything you need to guarantee you get through the year with your sense of humour intact.

Whether you love poetry or haven't read it since school, The Splash of Words will help you rediscover poetry's power to startle, challenge and reframe your vision. Through thirty selected poems, Mark Oakley explores poetry's power to stir our settled ways of viewing the world and faith, shift our perceptions and even transform who we are.