Books published by Church House Publishing

An introduction to the increasingly popular topic of children's spirituality, showing how choices made in churches and homes can stimulate or stifle a child's spiritual development. Suitable for anyone who works with children.

This renowned reference directory, first published in 1858, is an essential resource for anyone who works with or is linked to the Church of England, the Church of Ireland, the Church in Wales or the Episcopal Church of Scotland. 107th edition.

Hit the Ground Kneeling takes common statements about leadership - statements that we often take for granted - and questions them in the light of Christian faith and Christian perspectives on leadership.

Bible reading notes based on the Common Worship Lectionary. Ideal for anyone seeking a structured quiet time. Now returning for the church year 2011/2012.

Kingdom Calling offers a compelling theological grounding for the vocation, ministry and discipleship of the whole people of God. Building creatively on previous studies, it challenges all of us to change so that the whole church can serve the whole mission of God in the whole of life.

Living in Love and Faith sets out to inspire people to think more deeply both about what it means to be human, and to live in love and faith with one another. It tackles the tough questions and the divisions among Christians about what it means to be holy in a society in which understandings of gender, sexuality and marriage continue to change.

This volume offers a complete collection of the authorised Common Worship baptism and confirmation services, including the Additional Baptism Texts in Accessible Language developed by the Liturgical Commission.

Most of us live at break-neck speed, cramming work, family, friends and endless tasks into every day. In this life-affirming book Stephen Cottrell encourages us instead to hang out with our inner slob and rediscover not just the pleasures but the real benefits, the unexpected gifts and the deep truths to be found in simply messing about.

Offers liturgical texts for a variety of services with a focus on creation, from daily prayer to services of the word, school assemblies, eucharistic celebrations and seasonal services to mark the agricultural year.

This six-part course for parishes and Lent groups is based on Pope Francis' much acclaimed recent reflections on mission and evangelism, Evangelii Gaudium. Paula Gooder introduces its key themes to readers in all denominations, exploring how readers can authentically share their faith in the modern world.

This accessible and informative guide sets out in the simplest and most direct terms what being a PCC member entails. Although focused on responsible business, it keeps the focus throughout on mission and Christian living.

Everybody Welcome is the complete course to transform your church by improving your approach to newcomers. Believing that welcoming is a task for every member of the church, it offers guidance for your entire congregation and will help every individual play their part. This Members' Manual is designed for every individual taking part in the course.

Legal Opinions Concerning the Church of England is a comprehensive guide to the advice of the Legal Advisory Commission of the General Synod on a wide range of issues: pastoral, liturgical, practical, financial and administrative matters covering the essentials of parish, diocesan and national church life and frequently occurring questions.

This important and timely study offers a theological exploration of the relationship between Christians and Jews. It is mindful of the prejudice and persecution experienced by the Jewish community throughout history, not least from the Christian church, and is intended as antidote to antisemitism.

Aims to equip those engaged in ministry to people with dementia. It explores the theological and spiritual challenges to be faced, suggests practical ways in which acts of worship can enable those living with dementia to participate as fully as they are able, and offer a wide range of prayers and worship outlines.

This practical companion to Common Worship: Baptism and Confirmation will help churches to use the rites of baptism and confirmation with imagination and confidence in different local contexts and with different worship styles.

Calling All God's People offers a theological starting point to reflect on your calling and the calling of all God's people. It explores three key themes from the Christian tradition - calling, discipleship and ministry - to explore how God might involve you in a transforming vision for the whole of life.

Focusing on getting the right 'life balance' between rest, work and play, this course in five interactive sessions aims to help groups explore how to build Sabbath time into the crazy pressures of everyday life, and how Sabbath attitudes can transform the way we spend our time.

The Celtic Resource Book provides a wealth of material that can be used for private meditation or public worship. Revised and with a new cover, It spans the whole breadth of Celtic Christianity - from the liturgies and prayers, to the stories of Celtic saints and Celtic artwork.

Combining a stimulating mix of history and biography, Saints on Earth gives detailed information about the people commemorated in the Common Worship calendar of Holy Days.

Found in Common Worship: Times and Seasons, The Way of the Cross is a series of scripture-based devotions for personal or group use in Lent and Holy Week. This seasonal companion provides the full sequence of fifteen meditations, each accompanied by short reflections from three of today's very best spiritual writers.

A landmark work of theology, exploring 14 key theological themes - such as creation, grace, death and judgement - from the perspective of children. Challenging conventional readings of theology, this work challenges those who care about children and their place in the world and the church.

Reflections for Daily Prayer has nourished thousands of Christians for a decade with its inspiring and informed weekday Bible reflections. Now, in response to demand, Reflections for Sundays combines material from over the years with new writing to provide high-quality reflections on the Principal Readings for Sundays and major Holy Days.

Presents the recommended Bible readings (references only) for Sundays, weekdays and Principal Festivals worked out for the year between Advent 2018 and Advent 2019. Large format.

The definitive reference book to the Church of England and other Anglican provinces in the UK and overseas. It includes complete diocesan directories and contact details for many Christian organisations.

This welcome resource provides a ready-made, three-part course to help prepare parents and godparents bringing children for baptism. It also offers resources for helping the church family to understand its key role in baptism and to offer the best welcome possible.