An Introduction to Ministry E-Book

Ian S. Markham

• Herausgeber: John Wiley & Sons
• Kategorie: Religion und Spiritualität
• Sprache: Englisch

Seitenzahl: 701

Veröffentlichungsjahr: 2015

Beschreibung

An Introduction to Ministry is a comprehensive and ecumenical introduction to the craft of ministry for ministers, pastors, and priests that make up the mainline denominations in the United States. Ecumenically-focused, It offers a grounded account of ministry, covering areas such as vocation, congregational leadership, and cultivation of skills for an effective ministry. * Covers the key components of the M.Div. curriculum, offering a map and guide to the central skills and issues in training * Explores the areas of vocation, skills for ministry, and issues around congregational leadership * Each topic ends with an annotated bibliography providing an indispensable gateway to further study * Helps students understand both the distinctive approach of their denomination and the relationship of that approach to other mainline denominations * Advocates and defends a generous understanding of the Christian tradition in its openness and commitment to broad conversation

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AN INTRODUCTION TO MINISTRY

A PRIMER FOR RENEWED LIFE AND LEADERSHIP IN MAINLINE PROTESTANT CONGREGATIONS

IAN S. MARKHAM

ORAN E. WARDER

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Library of Congress Cataloging-in-Publication Data

Markham, Ian S.  An introduction to ministry : a primer for renewed life and leadership in mainline protestant congregations / Ian S. Markham and Oran E. Warder.   pages cm  Includes bibliographical references and index.  ISBN 978-0-470-67330-0 (cloth) – ISBN 978-0-470-67329-4 (pbk.) 1. Pastoral theology–United States.  I. Title.  BV4011.3.M365 2015  253–dc23 2015021574

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For Oran:

This book is dedicated to my parents, Joe and Kate, who led me to faith; to Amy, my long-time partner in ministry, who has triumphantly finished the race; to our children and greatest treasure, Zachary, Griffin, and Wesley; and to Barbara, my beloved companion as the journey continues.

I am also grateful for all the communities that have shaped and formed me: St. Matthias Church, Grafton, West Virginia; Trinity Church, Huntington, West Virginia; St. Philip's Church, Laurel, Maryland; the Episcopal Diocese of Delaware; and most especially the congregation of St. Paul's, Alexandria, Virginia, whom I am so privileged to serve and without whose support and encouragement this book could not have been written.

For Ian:

This book is dedicated to my wife Lesley and my son Luke. Few can imagine the impact that ministry has on those close to them, for their participation in the journey I am extraordinarily grateful.

I am also grateful for those who helped to nurture my vocation as a priest. Keith Ward, Leslie Houlden, and Richard Harries at King's College, London; Giles Legood, who embodies so many priest-like qualities; Richard Burridge, Martyn Percy, Gareth Jones, and Lewis Ayres, who were there every step of the way; and finally, Don Hamer and Bill Eakins at Trinity Episcopal Church in Hartford and Heidi Hadsell of Hartford Seminary, who supported me through the process.

Contents

Acknowledgments

Introduction

Notes

Section One: Exploring the World of Ministry

Chapter 1: Sensing the Call

Call and Vocation

Martin Luther on Vocation and the Ministry of the Baptized

Denominational Perspectives

A Compelling Alternative View

Notes

Annotated Bibliography

Chapter 2: The Imperative of Training

Processes in the Mainline

The United Methodist Church

The Presbyterian Church (USA)

The United Church of Christ

The Episcopal Church

The Lutheran Church

Key Features of Training

Formation

New Models of Training

Conclusion

Notes

Annotated Bibliography

Resources for Daily Devotions

Alternative Resources for Training

Chapter 3: Church Dynamics: Exploring Congregational Culture

Hopewell and the Field of Congregational Studies

Reading a Congregation

Tools of Assessment and Analysis

Cultural Change

Leadership and Mission

Practicing Congregations

Notes

Annotated Bibliography

Section Two: Cultivating the Skills for Effective Ministry

Chapter 4: Worship and Mainline Ritual

The Basics

The Basic Mainline Service Structure

Significant Rituals

Holy Communion

Conclusion

Notes

Annotated Bibliography

Denominational Documents

Chapter 5: Reading Scripture Thoughtfully

The History of the Canon

Approaches to Scripture

Conclusion

Notes

Annotated Bibliography

Chapter 6: Connecting the Theological Dots

Mainline Shared Beliefs

Theological Outlooks Arising from the Reformation

Liberal and Conservative

Contentious Theological Issues

Methodology in Theology

Conclusion

Notes

Annotated Bibliography

Chapter 7: Church History

Why Study Christian History?

Different Approaches to Study

Denominational History: An Overview

Different Narratives About the Past

Applying History to the Congregation

Conclusion

Notes

Annotated Bibliography

Chapter 8: Preaching the Word

The Purpose

The Problem

Reuniting the Word and Sound: The History of a Craft

The Preaching Event

The Bible and Proclamation

Context and Interpretation

Preaching from Above

Preaching from Below

Form, Structure, and Style

Embodying the Word

How Long, O Lord, How Long?

Illustrations, Narrative, and the Use of Humor

The Children's Sermon

Hard Texts and Controversial Subjects

Common Threads

Notes

Annotated Bibliography

Chapter 9: Ethics in the Mainline

Sources

Expressions

Issues

Conclusion

Notes

Annotated Bibliography

Chapter 10: Pastoral Presence

The Historical Setting

The Christological Basis of Pastoral Care

The Complex Agents of Care

Acute Distress and the Crisis

Confession of Sin

Care for the Sick

Different Cultures and Different Pastoral Care Approaches

Conclusion

Notes

Annotated Bibliography

Chapter 11: Christian Education and Formation

Education or Formation?

Internal Crisis or External Threat

A Broader Vision

Human Development

Learning Styles

Generational Studies

Education and Formation in the Small Church

A Life of Faith

Notes

Annotated Bibliography

Chapter 12: Music and Hymnody

Why We Sing

A Brief History of Liturgical Music

Aspects of Congregational Music

Hymnody

Traditional and Contemporary Music

Conflict between Clergy and Musicians

Global Music

Conclusion

Notes

Annotated Bibliography

Section Three: Leading the People of God

Chapter 13: Prophetic Leadership and Social Justice

Justice in the Old Testament

Justice in the New Testament and Early Church

Historical Perspective

Contemporary Expressions

Daring to Speak in God's Name

Prophetic Leadership in a Multi-faith Society

The Pastor as Scribe

Notes

Annotated Bibliography

Chapter 14: Evangelism and Church Growth

A Look at the Numbers

Reclaiming Evangelism

Common Threads

The Doing of Evangelism

The Being of Evangelism

An Emerging Church in an Emerging Culture

The Mega-church Phenomenon

Globalization and Interfaith Evangelism

Athens Revisited

Notes

Annotated Bibliography

Chapter 15: Leading through Change and Conflict

Conflict in Scripture

Assessing Conflict

Conflict Mediation

Intervention and Resolution

Power Struggles

Pastoral Leadership

The Non-anxious Leader

Notes

Annotated Bibliography

Chapter 16: The Business of the Church

Reluctant Stewards

Why is it Important?

Business vs. the Church

Management Lessons from the Bible

The Role of the Pastor

The Business of the Church

Conclusion

Notes

Annotated Bibliography

Chapter 17: Stewardship

Reclaiming Stewardship

A History of Stewardship

Negative Attitudes

Terminology

Stewardship as Worship

Overcoming Silence

Reasons for Giving

Ineffective Stewardship

Effective Stewardship

The Leader's Role

Planned Giving

Conclusion

Notes

Annotated Bibliography

Chapter 18: Christian Apologetics

The Critique from the New Atheists

Our Apologetics Method

Science is a Friend of Faith

Providence and Suffering

Religion and Ethics

Conclusion

Notes

Annotated Bibliography

Chapter 19: Ministerial Integrity

Why Clergy Ethics?

What is Ministerial Integrity?

Clergy Burnout

Resilience in Ministry

Notes

Annotated Bibliography

Glossary

Index

EULA

List of Illustrations

Chapter 2

Figure 2.1 Virginia Theological Seminary

Chapter 3

Figure 3.1 Mapping the United States' diversity, 1960–2060

Chapter 4

Figure 4.1 Source: (a) © Bob Daemmrich/Alamy; (b) © Peter Noyce PLB/Alamy.

Chapter 7

Figure 7.1 A simplified tree of Christianity.

Chapter 11

Figure 11.1 How students learn today.

Guide

Cover

Table of Contents

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