Total Items found : 29 An Anglican Evangelical Identity Crisis - The Churchman-Anvil Affair of 1981-1984 Atherstone, Andrew The Latimer Trust Paperback 79 pages ISBN 978-0-94630-764-7 2008 £3.50 Using previously unstudied archival material and newspaper correspondence, this booklet explores the historical background to the dispute which led to the split in the Churchman editorial board and the setting up of the Anvil journal. Christmas Carols (A5) Church Society 12 pages, 50 hymns ISBN 1978 £0.40 These extremely popular and easy to use sheets contain the traditional words of all your favourite carols. A5 format (contact Church Society for A4 version). Clergy Appointments : An Overview David Phillips Church Society Paper, 8 sides A5 ISBN 2009 £0.20 This leaflet is printed on plain paper on demand. It is intended primarily for PCC members and gives an overview of the process of clergy appointments and the jargon associated with such. It also explains which other leaflets are available from Church Society Trust. The leaflet can be downloaded for free from the Church Society Trust pages in order to print. Clergy Appointments : Appointing an Incumbent under Joint Patronage David Phillips Church Society Paper, 12 sides A5 ISBN 2009 £0.30 This leaflet is printed on plain paper on demand. It is intended primarily for PCC members and explains how an Incumbent is appointed with particular reference to those situations where Church Society Turst are one of two or more patrons and the presentation is joint rather than by turns. The leaflet can be downloaded for free from the Church Society Trust pages in order to print. Clergy Appointments : Appointing an Incumbent under Sole Patronage David Phillips Church Society Paper, 12 sides A5 ISBN 2009 £0.30 This leaflet is printed on plain paper on demand. It is intended primarily for PCC members and explains how an Incumbent is appointed with particular reference to those situations where Church Society Turst are the sole patronss. The leaflet can be downloaded for free from the Church Society Trust pages in order to print. Clergy Appointments : Biblical Principles David Phillips Church Society Paper, 8 sides A5 ISBN 2009 £0.20 This leaflet is printed on plain paper on demand. It is intended primarily for PCC members and sets out some of the Biblical teaching on leadership. The leaflet can be downloaded for free from the Church Society Trust pages in order to print. Clergy Appointments : Conducting Interviews Michael Walters Church Society Paper, 8 sides A5 ISBN 2010 £0.20 This leaflet is printed on plain paper on demand. It is intended primarily for parish representatives involved in the process of appointing clergy and thus in interviewing a prospective incumenbent or priest-in-charge. The leaflet can also be downloaded for free from the Church Society Trust pages in order to print. Clergy Appointments : Suspensions David Phillips Church Society Paper, 8 sides A5 ISBN 2009 £0.20 This leaflet is printed on plain paper on demand. It is intended primarily for PCC members and explains the reasons for and process involved in the suspension of a benefice and associated rights of presentation. The leaflet can be downloaded for free from the Church Society Trust pages in order to print. Clergy Appointments : Why Patronage? David Phillips Church Society Pager, 8 sides A5 ISBN 2010 £0.20 This leaflet is printed on plain paper on demand. It explains the history of patronage and its purpose and value today. The leaflet can also be downloaded for free from the Church Society Trust pages in order to print. Empy and Evil - The Worship of other faiths in 1 Corinthians 8-10 and today Mody, Rohintan The Latimer Trust Paperback 71 pages ISBN 978-0-946307-72-2 2009 £3.50 Sold Out This study uses 1 Corinthians 8-10 to examine the issues raised about the nature of other faiths and Christian participation in the worship of others faiths. The issue of the nature and practices of other faiths is of real relevance today given the presence of large other faith communities in our society. Evangelical Ministry in a Non-Evangelical Parish Paul Darlington Church Society Booklet 20 pages ISBN June 2009 £2.25 Paul Darlington explains the challenges and opportunities of ministering in a parish which was previously non-evangelical Faithful Stewards Church Society Leaflet, 20 pages ISBN 2004 £0.80 Using money and assets wisely in the light of the spiritual and moral crisis in the Church of England. Giving as Partners Richardson, John Church Society Leaflet, 8 pages ISBN 2004 £0.40 GAP addresses issues such as quota capping and the fact that the leadership of the Church of England is rarely answerable to the person in the pew. GAP sets out proposals that are simple in principle to create dynamic mission partnerships to improve the effectiveness of the Church. How our Children Come to Faith Smallman, Stephen Presbyterian and Reformed Booklet, 28 Pages ISBN 978-1-59638-053-0 2006 £2.50 This booklet encourages Christian parents to raise their children in a spirit of faith rather than anxiety. The author goes on to explain the meaning of regeneration and conversion as they relate to children raised in Christian families. Principles of Theology Griffith-Thomas, W H Church Society Hardback, 548 pages ISBN 0-85190-076-3 1978 (first published 1930) £7.00 This well tried volume is a masterly compendium of basic Christian doctrine as outlined in the Thirty-nine Articles of the Church of England. With introduction by J I Packer (and a quote from him:) 'The best and fullest presentation of Evangelical Truth that Anglicanism has yet produced.' The Faith we Confess - An exposition of the 39 Articles Bray, Gerald The Latimer Trust Paperback 228 pages ISBN 978-0-946307-84-5 2009 £8.00 Sold Out The intention of this book is to take the 39 Articles as they now stand and interpret what they mean for us today. Historical circumstances cannot be avoided completely and will be mentioned as necessary, but the main emphasis here is theological. This book explains what the Articles say about what we believe and how they should be understood and applied today. The Parish System - The same yesterday, today and forever? Burkill, Mark The Latimer Trust Paperback, 65 pages ISBN 0-946307-52-0 2005 £3.50 This booklet demonstrates that the parish system is no longer capable of delivering what it claims, not merely because of social change, but also due to the growth of theological diversity in the Church of England. It includes a valuable account of the historical development of the parish system, and concludes by exploring how the best ideals of the system can be expressed in Christian mission today. The Thirty Nine Articles Church Society Paperback, 28 pages ISBN 1998 £1.00 The text of the Thirty-Nine articles in both the original and an updated English. The Thirty-nine Articles - Their Place and Use Today Gatiss, Lee The Latimer Trust Paperback, 97 pages ISBN 0-946307-56-3 2006 £4.00 Sold Out This booklet, first published more than twenty years ago, aims to show how the 16th Century Articles should be viewed in the 21st Century, and how they can enrich the faith of Anglicans in general and of Anglican evangelicals in particular. Packer demonstrates why the Articles must once again be given a voice within the Church, not merely an an historical curiosity but an authoritative doctrinal statement. The Tragedy of 1662 - The Ejection and Persecution of the Puritans Gatiss, Lee The Latimer Trust Paperback, 60 pages ISBN 978-0-9463-0760-9 2007 £2.50 This booklet examines the reasons for the Great Ejection and Persecution, and the things modern day Anglicans and Free Churches can learn from these easily neglected events. Vacancies, Suspensions & Reorganizations Walters & Hanson Church Society Paperback, 36 pages ISBN 1998 £1.00 How to prepare and what needs to be done from two viewpoints: pastoral and legal. What are Election & Predestination Phillips, Richard D. Presbyterian and Reformed Paperback, 32 pages ISBN 978-1-59638-045-5 2006 £2.25 Phillips unfolds the biblical teaching on these important doctrines and reveals their practical application for the security, humility, and joy of believers What is Biblical Preaching? Alexander, Eric Presbyterian and Reformed Booklet, 32 Pages ISBN 978-1-59638-113-1 2008 £2.75 Is a preaching-centred ministry truly useful in today's society? Alexander argues through this booklet that biblical, expository preaching is as central to any church's activity as Scripture is to its life, and explains why a focus on such preaching is more important than ever. Divided into eight main sections, this helpful resource deals with such subjects as the characteristics of expository preaching, its urgency in the church today, and the need for it to be pastoral, clear, and relevant What is Perseverance of the Saints? Milton, Michael Presbyterian and Reformed Booklet 40 pages ISBN 978-1-59638-094-3 2009 £2.75 Dr Milton explains the doctrine of perseverance of the saints with sensitivity and clarity. He defines this famous "Fifth Point of Calvinism" and distinguishes it from other theologies (including "once saved always saved"). He also encourages all of us to delight in this beautiful doctrine that brings assurance to the believer, hope for the prodigal, and glory to the Lord Jesus Christ. What is the Christian Worldview? Philip Ryken Presbyterian and Reformed Paperback, 48 pages ISBN 978-1-59638-008-0 2006 £3.25 What does Christianity have to do with ordinary life? Is there a biblical perspective on our work or recreation or whatever we do? If so, how can we gain that perspective? Many people seek to have a biblical view of life, yet fail to apply that biblical mindset, or worldview, to all parts of their lives. Ryken reveals the basis of the Christian worldview and describes how it affects one's view of God, creation, the family, work, the arts, and other issues. Why Broken Britain needs Christian Values Various Church Society Leaflet, size not yet known ISBN 2009 £0.00 Sold Out This booklet was produced to hand to delegates at the 2009 Conservative Party Conference. It addresses a range of issues within British society and seeks to encourage national leaders to view them from a Biblical perspective. NOT YET AVAILABLE Why Do We Baptize Infants? Chapell, Bryan Presbyterian and Reformed Booklet, 32 Pages ISBN 978-1-59638-058-5 2006 £2.75 Sold Out Biblical and pastoral, simple and accessible, this booklet explains in a nontechnical style why we should baptize the infants of believing parents. Chapell also shows pastors how to administer the sacrament in ways that are meaningful and helpful to their churches. Why I am an Anglican Author: Various Fellowship of Word and Spirit 52 page booklet ISBN 1 874694 12 5 2006 £3.00 Sold Out Contributions from 12 Evangelical leaders in the Church of England explaining the benefits of Anglicanism and why they are committed to remaining in the Church of England Women Bishops? : Understanding God's Will Church Society Leaflet, 28 pages ISBN 2006 £1.00 With legislation to consecrtate women as Bishops under consideration this leaflet asks what is the nature of Christian leadership and what does the Bible teach about gender roles in relation to leadership. It addresses the question in relation to episcopal ministry and the consequences of consecrating women. The appendices contain Church Society's submission regarding possible legislation and answers to a number of common questions the issue raises.