ali campbell
Children's, Youth and Family Ministry, Evangelism, Discipleship and Church Growth – oh, and reviews of books, music and films . . . with cultural and theological reflection thrown in
Category Archives: Theological Reflection
Influential leadership for Jesus – “who’s that?”
I love the following passage from Eugene Peterson, “The Word Made Flesh”, the whole book is great – I have previously reviewed it, and I recommend it. The quote below … Continue reading
Christianity at the CROSSroads – reflections on the Theos Debate
Considering this debate was titled, “Christianity at the Crossroads”, there wasn’t nearly enough about the cross. Apologies if I ramble, or don’t give due credit to different statements or full … Continue reading
Whale Vomit Worship
Worship – it is what we are made for. Saint Augustine says, from “The Confessions”; “And so we men, who are a due part of your creation, long to praise … Continue reading
Who needs a “Theory” of Change!
Yesterday afternoon I was in a meeting. The meeting was not a church meeting, or a christian meeting. I was there as someone from the “voluntary sector” to engage with … Continue reading
20 Essential Ministry Books // #7 “Authenticity” David Boyle
In ministry, and in life, it can be hard work sifting through the dross, finding the intelligent, quality comment from the inane cliche . . . or christian soundbite. Books … Continue reading
20 Essential Ministry Books // #6 “Postmodern Youth Ministry” Tony Jones
I have to confess, my reasons for first buying this book back when it came out in 2001 was twofold, I thought the cover was cool (and I still do) … Continue reading
Church and Community
Well, not a very descriptive title for this post! Thinking a lot about what it “is”, this thing called “Church” . . . there are a few references in scripture … Continue reading
20 Essential Ministry Books // #5 “Your First Two Years In Youth Ministry” Doug Fields
Doug Fields is probably best known for “Purpose Driven Youth Ministry”, which was written back in the mid 90s. This book, still written 10 years ago, isn’t really a follow … Continue reading
20 Essential Ministry Books // #4 “Awareness” Anthony De Mello
It’s well over twenty years since this book was published – “Awareness” is a collection of material from Anthony De Mello, a monkish guy who encouraged people through retreats, workshops … Continue reading
Be the change
I arrived for a meeting today that didn’t happen. Probably my mistake – somehow I had in my diary to be at the Corn Exchange in Lewes for a review … Continue reading
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