Books published by Church House Publishing

Some people think that vocation is just for special people... but God calls us all to live our lives shaped and directed by his call. This five-session course explores the meaning of vocation for everyone, helping us to embark on an adventure with God - a journey through life in which we make a contribution to the world around us.

The ultimate beginner's guide to the Church of England's Common Worship liturgy! With overviews of all the CW books in print, explanations of each service, and answers to frequently asked questions, it's suitable for ordinands, leaders who'd like to improve their confidence, and churchgoers looking to understand services more deeply.

Using a mix of theological reflection, sociological analysis, case studies and personal experience, this book explores ways forward for mission in a rural context in both traditional and fresh expressions of church. It offers insights into issues facing rural England and explores the nature of mission with reference to the rural situation.

This theological and pastoral resource addresses specific challenges to the church as it seeks to speak truthfully in the aftermath of abuse, and provides material to help parishes and dioceses who find themselves facing the complex realities of such issues.

A guide to help clergy and worship planners use the seasonal material for the Church of England, Common Worship: Times and Seasons. Covering Advent to Candlemas, it includes an introduction to the history and theology of the Christian year, background information for each part of the season, and practical tips and case studies.

Designed for the youngest tot to the most elderly "totterer", this book contains tips and ideas for theory and practice, traditions and stunts in every aspect of clowning, from facepaints and feather dusters to water wigs and walks.

This report was written in 1994 as the Church of England's first consideration of the whole phenomenon of church planting, its triumphs and its pitfalls. It offers guidance for all kinds of church planting situations and goes beyond to consider how to bring these new parts of God's Church to fruition and maturity.

Supports teaching Christianity at KS1. This book provides background information for teachers, practical examples of pupil activities and discussion starters. Topics covered include: Christmas; Easter; what's in the Bible?; visiting a church; using visitors; symbols; light; prayer; and icons.

Readers make a significant contribution to the Church's ministry and mission. Bridging the Gap is full of information and practical help for those seeking to discover their vocation in Christian ministry, as well as for clergy, Readers and interested lay people.

Help and comfort for churchwardens in the form of a humorous, illustrated monthly calendar of handy tips.

This unique anthology of Christian spirituality draws on the experiences and reflections of six contemporary writers. From the perspective of the late twentieth century, and from very different Christian traditions, they explore our relationship with God and with one another.

How has the Church responded to the challenge to combat institutional racism? To what extent are the issues being addressed by church schools, clergy and parishes? These questions have challenged the Church of England in its struggle to understand racism and are explored in this publication.

This major report was commissioned and endorsed by the Archbishops' Council and produced by a working party chaired by Bishop John Hind. It reviews the training needs of the clergy in the context of the learning needs of the Church as a whole.

Records the meeting of a group of Christian and Muslim scholars in Qatar in 2003 to study passages from the Bible and the Qur'an together. Combining scholarship at the highest level with commitment to the practice of faith in the modern world, it addresses questions such as discernment of the Word of God and making space for the religious 'Other'.

The letter to the Colossians was written to a church dominated by powerful forces and alternative spiritualities. It is thus remarkably relevant to our day. Paul's theme is no less relevant - Christ will have first place in everything. David Day's book encourages us to consider how to give Christ pre-eminence in every area of our lives.

For Such a Time as This takes a radical look at the ministry of deacons in the Church. It brings biblical, theological and ecumenical perspecitives to bear on the ministry that many believe has not yet realized its full potential.

Explores the history and forms of "Christian" art and how these images can be used in the teaching of RE. The book is designed to be used by non-specialist RE or art teachers and includes a section providing practical schemes of work and classroom activities using specific images.

This is an exploration of the rich spirituality of the Church Fathers found in the writings of Cyprian; the Desert Fathers and Mothers; Basil the Great; Gregory of Nyssa; John Chrysostom; Augustine; Benedict; and Gregory the Great.

This report commissioned by the Mission and Public Affairs Council of the Church of England offers an important contribution to the national debate on the future of sentencing and the role of the courts.

Provides a critique of Church schools, arguing for an increase in provision/numbers, especially at the secondary level, that Church schools must be distinctively Christian institutions, and calls for the vocation of teaching to be more explicitly recognized by the Church.

This is the definitive handbook for all those seeking to ensure that their church deals with copyright issues in an effective way. The booklet contains detailed information on the copyright requirements for all liturgy authorized or commended for use in the Church of England.

This guide is aimed at those who have care of parish records and updated in the light of experience of operating the Measure. It includes information about operating the Measure in dioceses; suggestions for the making, care and preservation of records; and advice about records' management.

This historic report, first published in 1985, was released four years after Lord Scarman's report on the Brixton disorders, and at a time of continuing urban unrest, yet is still of great relevance today. It asks what future is there for our inner cities and housing estates, and considers how we should respond.

Over the past few years the world of children has radically changed. Children in the Way argues that it is time for the Church, in its dealings with children, to take serious note of these changes. It examines models for Christian education work, and looks at the way in which faith grows.

The Lord is Risen takes a detailed look at a unique period in the history of the Christian faith - the story of Jesus' resurrection. Written in a clear and engaging style, the series combines sound and orthodox Christian theology with good educational practice on the one hand, and a commitment to equip the whole church for mission on the other.

This highly readable handbook investigates Christian ministry providing an introduction to what the Bible says as well as addressing developments from the history of the Church. It considers crucial issues for the contemporary Christian, including the ministry of the whole church, women in leadership, working together and handling failure.

The report of the Archbishops Commission on the Organization of the Church of England. The 1995 recommendations of the Turnbull Commission.

This official report of the Formal Conversations that began in 1999 sets out the common ground between the Church of England and the Methodist Church. It shows the strength of theological agreement, but also points out significant differences that require further work.

Reveals one of the most vital, yet under-researched areas of youth ministry - how Christian adults can accompany young people on their spiritual quest or journey, helping them grow in awareness and use their gifts.