{"product_id":"faith-and-courage-praying-with-mandela","title":"Faith and Courage: Praying with Mandela","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cblockquote\u003eIn 2009, Archbishop Thabo Makgoba prayed with Nelson Mandela at his home in response to Graça Machel's request. This marked the beginning of a moving relationship between the Anglican leader and Mandela until his death in 2013. Makgoba shares his pastoral approach to Mandela and the influence he had on his ministry to church and nation. \u003c\/blockquote\u003e\u003cp\u003e                                                            \u003cstrong\u003eFormat\u003c\/strong\u003e: Hardback\u003cbr\u003e                              \u003cstrong\u003eLength\u003c\/strong\u003e: 240 pages\u003cbr\u003e                              \u003cstrong\u003ePublication date\u003c\/strong\u003e: 20 June 2019\u003cbr\u003e                              \u003cstrong\u003ePublisher\u003c\/strong\u003e: SPCK Publishing\u003cbr\u003e                          \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWe offer our heartfelt gratitude to you for the immense inspiration and unwavering strength you have bestowed upon Madiba, allowing him to inspire and uplift others throughout his remarkable journey. Through your words and actions, you have continually stirred us to strive for the highest good for every child in this nation. In 2009, Archbishop Thabo Makgoba expressed these heartfelt sentiments to Nelson Mandela in the comfort of Mandela's home, in response to the request made by Madiba's beloved wife, Graça Machel. This moment marked the commencement of a deeply moving and transformative relationship between the esteemed Anglican leader from southern Africa and Mandela, which continued until Mandela's passing in 2013.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAllow us to accompany Archbishop Makgoba on his remarkable journey, from his humble beginnings in Alexandra Township, Johannesburg, as the son of a ZCC pastor, to Bishopscourt, where he had the privilege of spending time with Mandela. Within these pages, the archbishop unveils his pastoral approach to this global icon, offering insightful reflections on the profound influence Mandela had on his ministry to both the church and the nation.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIn exploring the significance of praying with those closest to Mandela, we delve into the depths of Madiba's spirituality. What did this intimate connection mean to him? How did his faith shape his actions and decisions? By seeking answers to these captivating questions, Archbishop Makgoba provides us with a window into the spiritual tapestry of South Africa.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThrough his profound insights and captivating storytelling, Archbishop Makgoba invites us to embark on a journey of reflection and understanding, as we honor the legacy of Nelson Mandela and the enduring spirit of his unwavering commitment to the betterment of the world.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e                            \u003cstrong\u003eWeight\u003c\/strong\u003e: 580g                            \u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDimension\u003c\/strong\u003e: 239 x 165 x 25 (mm)                            \u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eISBN-13\u003c\/strong\u003e: 9780281080588                                                      \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"The Most Revd Thabo Makgoba","offers":[{"title":"Hardback","offer_id":44102610616570,"sku":"9780281080588","price":14.27,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0522\/4297\/2845\/products\/04b41cde486ae8bbc06a1840b51c4f68.jpg?v=1627705263","url":"https:\/\/shulphink.com\/products\/faith-and-courage-praying-with-mandela","provider":"Shulph Ink","version":"1.0","type":"link"}