Process Theology: A Guide for the Perplexed (Guides for the Perplexed)

This is an introductory guide to Process Theology for undergraduates. As part of Contiuum's 'Guide for the Perplexed' series, this text provides an accessible introduction to process theology, aimed at nurturing the theological imagination of undergraduates, pastors and interested laypersons. It describes the major themes of process theology and relates them to the everyday lives and spiritual commitments of people today. In addition to addressing traditional theological issues, Epperly addresses cutting edge issues in theology and ethics such as pluralism and postmodernism, matters of life and death, science (technology and genetics), and emerging forms of Christianity. This text is designed for seminary and university classes as well as congregational study. It will help readers to overcome the obstacles created by the technical language often employed by process theologians. Continuum's Guides for the Perplexed are clear, concise and accessible introductions to thinkers, writers and subjects that students and readers can find especially challenging - or indeed downright bewildering. Concentrating specifically on what it is that makes the subject difficult to grasp, these books explain and explore key themes and ideas, guiding the reader towards a thorough understanding of demanding material.

Epperly, Bruce G.

Religion & Spirituality

T&T Clark

This is an introductory guide to Process Theology for undergraduates. As part of Contiuum's 'Guide for the Perplexed' series, this text provides an accessible introduction to process theology, aimed at nurturing the theological imagination of undergraduates, pastors and interested laypersons. It describes the major themes of process theology and relates them to the everyday lives and spiritual commitments of people today. In addition to addressing traditional theological issues, Epperly addresses cutting edge issues in theology and ethics such as pluralism and postmodernism, matters of life and death, science (technology and genetics), and emerging forms of Christianity. This text is designed for seminary and university classes as well as congregational study. It will help readers to overcome the obstacles created by the technical language often employed by process theologians. Continuum's Guides for the Perplexed are clear, concise and accessible introductions to thinkers, writers and subjects that students and readers can find especially challenging - or indeed downright bewildering. Concentrating specifically on what it is that makes the subject difficult to grasp, these books explain and explore key themes and ideas, guiding the reader towards a thorough understanding of demanding material.

In this innovative book, Epperly uses a synthesis of traditional Christian images, process theology, New Age spirituality, holistic healing, and ecological awareness to point the way to a vibrant new view of living and dying. Epperly hopes that his book "will provide the signposts for the journey we must take, so that our journey will be one of anticipation, adventure, and hope."

At the Edges of Life: A Holistic Vision of the Human Adventure

Science & Math

Biological Sciences

Chalice Pr

Grounded in the wisdom of progressive Judaism and process-relational Christianity, Walking in the Light is a frontier book that joins tradition and innovation in its presentation of a dynamic vision of the world, human life, and God’s healing touch. In dialogue with physics, the relationship of spirituality and medicine, and Jewish and Christian wisdom, Epperly and Solomon go beyond an abstract discussion to present a truly creative synthesis of Jewish and Christian theology to offer a creative vision of human wholeness and shalom. They combine theological reflection with meditation, guided imagery, and spiritual affirmations, inviting readers into a dynamic Divine-human partnership as an adventure in healing and wholeness.

Walking In The Light: A Jewish-Christian Vision Of Healing And Wholeness

Solomon, Lewis D.

Worship & Devotion

What is a mystic? Bruce Epperly defines mystics as people who see holiness in everyday life.
 We can be mystics without leaving our families, disengaging from daily responsibilities, becoming a priest, or joining a monastic order. Epperly shows how we can experience the living God in the midst of daily life and never again take everyday events for granted.
 Bruce Epperly introduces readers to 12 individuals or groups of mystics through the ages: St. Francis of Assisi, the desert mothers and fathers, Benedict of Nursia, the Celtic mystics, Hildegard of Bingen, Mechthild of Magdeburg, Brother Lawrence, the Baal Shem Tov, Howard Thurman, Etty Hillesum, Rumi, and Julian of Norwich.
 Each chapter describes each mystic's life, spiritual experiences and worldview, and provides spiritual exercises to help us experience the mystic firsthand. Through his conversational, down-to-earth approach, Epperly inspires us to realize that we can encounter God wherever we are, whatever we are doing.

The Mystic in You: Discovering a God-Filled World

Christian Books & Bibles

Christian Living

Upper Room Books

It's up to you. Whether or not you're aware of it, God calls you to an adventure in your time and place. You stand before the classic fork in the road. If you decide to take the path on the left ... go to page 4. Just like the childhood favorite series, Choose Your Own Adventure, your life is a story in the making with moment-to-moment decisions that can fulfill your purpose. Some people believe God has a single plan for an individual's life, and it's up to us to discover and follow it. That's an easy and absolute way of thinking. Bruce Epperly thinks there's more to it. He asserts that God invites us to join the divine in writing our future, our life's direction - after all: ""God does not want slaves and puppets but companions and cocreators."" He encourages us to move out of familiar patterns of living to respond to the divine interactive challenge. ""When you pause to listen and take the first steps on God's adventurous path,"" Epperly writes, ""everything changes! To see your life as a holy adventure that includes not only yourself but also your loved ones, the entire planet and God, broadens the horizons of your life and influence on the world."" Kick-start your holy adventure by using these fresh exercises in daily spiritual practice: * theological reflections that help you experience how your choices make a difference * spiritual affirmations to transform and awaken your mind to unimagined possibilities for yourself and the world * imaginative prayers that encourage your faith in God's presence in your life and vocation * adventurous actions that you can implement to transform everyday relationships and happenings Holy Adventure is a challenging and insightful guide for individuals and small groups. There's even a discussion guide included. Reading this book will change the way you look at life. Choose your own adventure and transform your world.

Holy Adventure: 41 Days of Audacious Living

Upper Room

In a time of spiritual searching and fragmentation this definitive work will go far to build bridges of understanding and mutual enrichment between Christians and persons who call themselves "new agers." Here is a unique book that will be welcomed by pastors, educators, parents - all adults who want to evaluate the many facets of new age religion. Crystal &amp; Cross gives Christians a solid understanding of what "new age" is all about. Bruce Epperly shows followers of Christ how an awareness of new age thinking can breathe vitality into the traditional Christian perspective. He also encourages new agers to see how a knowledge of the history of their Christian traditions will help them avoid the pitfalls often inherent in spontaneous religious movements. A theologian and pastoral minister, Dr. Epperly paints a clear and accurate picture of the new age; its beliefs, its practices, and its leaders. He critiques the new age movement fairly and reasonably while remaining faithful to the Christian tradition. His open mind to new age ideas offers insights for those who wish to understand the allure of the new age movement. Crystal and Cross will enlighten the spiritual quest of all contemporary believers.

Crystal & Cross: Christians and New Age in Creative Dialogue

Twenty Third Pubns

Journey inside the pages of Scripture to meet a personal God who enters individual lives and begins a creative work from the inside out. Shaped with the individual in mind, Immersion encourages simultaneous engagement both with the Word of God and with the God of the Word to become a new creation in Christ. Immersion, inspired by a fresh translation—the Common English Bible—stands firmly on Scripture and helps readers explore the emotional, spiritual, and intellectual needs of their personal faith. More importantly, they’ll be able to discover God’s revelation through readings and reflections. Hosea, Joel, Amos, Obadiah, Jonah has eight sessions.

Immersion Bible Studies: Hosea, Joel, Amos, Obadiah, Jonah (Immersion Study Bible)

ABINGDON PRESS *

Ministers often find themselves caught in the day-to-day pressures of leading a congregation and yearn to experience the unfolding of their professional lives from a larger perspective. Four Seasons of Ministry serves as a guide for what you will find on your ministerial journey and gives meaning to the routine and repetitive tasks of ministry. Authors Bruce G. and Katherine Gould Epperly, each of whom has over 25 years of experience in various pastoral roles, invite clergy to see their ministries in the present as part of a life-long adventure in companionship with God, their loved ones, and their congregations. There is a time and a season to every ministry. Healthy and vital pastors look for the signs of the times and the gifts of each swiftly passing season, but they also take responsibility for engaging the creative opportunities of each season of ministry. Those who listen well to the gentle rhythm of God moving through their lives and the responsibilities and challenges that attend the passing of the years, vocationally as well as chronologically, will be amazed at the beauty and truth that shapes and characterizes the development of their ministries.

Four Seasons of Ministry: Gathering a Harvest of Righteousness

Epperly, Katherine Gould

Rowman & Littlefield Publishers

Tending to the Holy: The Practice of the Presence of God in Ministry invites pastors to embody their deepest beliefs in the routine and surprising tasks of ministry. Inspired by Brother Lawrence's classic text in spirituality, Tending to the Holy integrates the wisdom and practices of the Christian spiritual tradition with the commonplace practices of pastoral ministry. Bruce and Katherine Epperly utilize a variety of spiritual disciplines especially Benedictine, Celtic, Ignatian, Rhineland, and process spiritualities to provide a framework for helping clergy nurture the awareness of God, creative imagination, and personal well-being in every aspect of their ministerial lives. Practicing God's presence in the ordinary tasks of ministry inspires wholeness, spiritual transformation, vision, imagination, endurance, and healthy self-differentiation in ministry. Commitment to joining spiritual practices with the routine and repetitive tasks of ministry provides an important antidote to unhealthy stress, burnout, and loss of vision in ministry. By seeing their congregational leadership in terms of spiritual transformation, imaginative practice, and relational interdependence, ordinary ministerial practices can become ways pastors can deepen their relationship with God. Growing out of their work with pastors at every season of ministry, as well as combined ministerial experience of nearly sixty years, Bruce and Katherine Epperly invite pastoral leaders to complement and expand on their understanding of spiritual leadership, pastoral excellence, and self-care, integrating traditional and contemporary spiritual practices with the concrete arts of ministry.

Tending to the Holy: The Practice of the Presence of God in Ministry

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Process Theology: A Guide for the Perplexed (Guides for the Perplexed)

Process Theology: A Guide for the Perplexed (Guides for the Perplexed)

At the Edges of Life: A Holistic Vision of the Human Adventure

Walking In The Light: A Jewish-Christian Vision Of Healing And Wholeness

The Mystic in You: Discovering a God-Filled World

Holy Adventure: 41 Days of Audacious Living

Crystal & Cross: Christians and New Age in Creative Dialogue

Immersion Bible Studies: Hosea, Joel, Amos, Obadiah, Jonah (Immersion Study Bible)

Four Seasons of Ministry: Gathering a Harvest of Righteousness

Tending to the Holy: The Practice of the Presence of God in Ministry