{"product_id":"bond-of-peace-exploring-generous-orthodoxy","title":"Bond of Peace: Exploring Generous Orthodoxy","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003eChurches vary a great deal, but can we see past their differences to what underlies them? Exploring Generous Orthodoxy is a ground-breaking, creative, and practical exploration of what that means and how expressing it can bring about a sense of unity in the church. \u003c\/blockquote\u003e\u003cp\u003e\\n                                                            \u003cstrong\u003eFormat\u003c\/strong\u003e: Paperback \/ softback\u003cbr\u003e\\n                              \u003cstrong\u003eLength\u003c\/strong\u003e: 208 pages\u003cbr\u003e\\n                              \u003cstrong\u003ePublication date\u003c\/strong\u003e: 19 August 2021\u003cbr\u003e\\n                              \u003cstrong\u003ePublisher\u003c\/strong\u003e: SPCK Publishing\u003cbr\u003e\\n                          \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003eChurches come in various forms, each with its unique characteristics and beliefs. However, can we look beyond these differences to find the common underlying principles that unite them? One term that encapsulates a broad and deep understanding of Christianity is \"generous orthodoxy.\" This phrase encompasses a Christianity that is rooted in historic creeds and embraces diverse expressions of faith. Exploring Generous Orthodoxy is a groundbreaking, creative, and practical exploration of what this concept truly means and how expressing it can bring about unity within the church, which is desperately needed in our fragmented and polarized world.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis collection of reflections brings together leading theologians from the United Kingdom and the United States, including David Ford, Katherine Sonderegger, Willie Jennings, Tom Greggs, JKA Smith, and Jane Williams. These theologians delve into how generous orthodoxy can be expressed through various aspects of Christian life, such as worship, preaching, biblical theology, the arts, and more. The book is based on a series of lectures held at St Mellitus College, sponsored by the McDonald Agape Foundation.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eExploring Generous Orthodoxy is an essential read for anyone interested in how the Christian Church can bridge the gap between denominations and navigate the challenges of our 21st-century world in a united manner. It provides a deeper understanding of generous orthodoxy and the practical confidence to celebrate and embrace the differences in Christian denominations, allowing us to live together more joyfully through the transformative and renewing work of the Holy Spirit.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\\n                            \u003cstrong\u003eWeight\u003c\/strong\u003e: 346g\\n                            \u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDimension\u003c\/strong\u003e: 158 x 233 x 18 (mm)\\n                            \u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eISBN-13\u003c\/strong\u003e: 9780281082834\\n                            \\n                          \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Shulph Ink","offers":[{"title":"Paperback \/ softback","offer_id":44102610354426,"sku":"9780281082834","price":21.41,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0522\/4297\/2845\/products\/2d2e78b873273664510514287d23aecb.jpg?v=1633487731","url":"https:\/\/shulphink.com\/products\/bond-of-peace-exploring-generous-orthodoxy","provider":"Shulph Ink","version":"1.0","type":"link"}