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Duckworth, Justin,

In-tensional : a way forward for the church / Justin Duckworth, Alan Jamieson. - New Zealand paperback edition. - Wellington, New Zealand Philip Garside Publishing Ltd, 2024 - 124 pages : illustrations ; 23 cm

Illustrations Grace Finnigan & Matthew Watson.

Includes bibliographical references.

Introduction -- Facing our reality -- Process of renewal -- Stories of renewal -- So, what do we do? -- What edge and centre offer -- Radical -- Sustainable -- Influential -- In-tensional in action -- Conclusion.

"Anglican Archbishop Justin Duckworth and sociologist Pastor Alan Jamieson address church renewal amidst modern challenges, combining personal anecdotes, theology, and sociology to bridge gaps between traditional and emerging faith expressions. Join the conversation between Centre-church leaders and missional Edge-dwellers about how to be the church today. Duckworth and Jamieson address the crisis of hopelessness gripping the western world and offer a bold perspective: the answer lies in the life of Jesus and the revitalization of the Christian church. This isn’t jussssssssssssssssssssssssssst another book on church decline. Instead, they invite you into a dialogue between traditional church leaders and forward-thinking pioneers. In-tensional isn’t about theory; it’s about sparking conversations that bridge the gap between established church structures and emerging expressions of faith. They delve into the dynamic tension between what’s comfortable and what’s prophetic, between tradition and innovation. Drawing from real-world experiences, Justin and Alan navigate the complexities of modern church life. They address the challenges posed by cultural disruptions, mental health crises, and global emergencies like COVID-19 and climate change."--Publisher information.

ISBN: 9781991027764 1991027761 1991027796 9781991027795

Subjects--Topical Terms:
Church renewal --New Zealand.
Emerging church movement.

LC Class. No.: BV600.3

Dewey Class. No.: 262.0017