Theology Matters: How Congregations Reach for God
Contents
IN FOCUS: Practicing Theology in the Congregation
Author Dorothy C. Bass says it is time for deliberate and explicit theological reflection in congregations
Leading Theologically
Pastor and author R. Scott Colglazier maintains that, now more than ever, the pastor must exercise theological leadership
Telling the Right Story
Pastor Robert C. Barger insists that true congregational vitality is not possible without theological consistency
Renewing Minds
Pastor Greg Cootsona describes the essential elements for a solid adult discipleship program
Homegrown Theology
Indianapolis Center for Congregations president Tim Shapiro prescribes five steps for theological reflection in the parish
Benedictine Spirituality and Congregational Life
Seminarian Jennifer McKenzie describes a series of Benedictine retreats she developed for a Virginia congregation
FEATURES
The 80 Percent Rule: Fact or Fiction?
Writer Marlis McCollum investigates the origins and wisdom of an anecdotal rule of congregational capacity
Staying Put
Professor Israel Galindo provides an in-depth look at the first 10 years of pastoral ministry
COLUMNS
THE LEADING EDGE
Alban Institute president James P. Wind asks congregations to consider how welcoming they are to the “creative class”
ASK ALBAN
Senior consultant Jacqueline J. Lewis describes the qualities of leadership necessary to build real community in multiracial congregations
DEPARTMENTS
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