| Holiness Manifesto Contributor(s): Mannoia, Kevin W. (Editor), Thorsen, Don (Editor) |
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ISBN: 0802863361 ISBN-13: 9780802863362 Publisher: William B. Eerdmans Publishing Company OUR PRICE: $22.05 Product Type: Paperback - Other Formats Published: April 2008 |
| Additional Information |
| BISAC Categories: - Religion | Christian Theology - Ecclesiology - Religion | Christian Ministry - Discipleship - Religion | Christianity - History |
| Dewey: 270.83 |
| LCCN: 2008003710 |
| Physical Information: 0.66" H x 6.05" W x 8.91" (0.82 lbs) 257 pages |
| Themes: - Religious Orientation - Christian - Theometrics - Mainline - Chronological Period - 21st Century |
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| Publisher Description: Does the concept of holiness hold any relevance for Christians in the twenty-first century? Or is it rather a relic of the past, with little to offer in today's postmodern world? The contributors to this book firmly insist that holiness is indeed relevant, no matter the age in which we live. Moreover, it is essential to following Christ in the twenty-first century. The essayists are all members of the Wesleyan Holiness Study Project, a gathering of scholars and leaders who have met since 2004 to explore the mission of the churches of the Holiness movement. The book begins with two compelling ecumenical statements articulating the holiness message for today's church: "The Holiness Manifesto" and "Fresh Eyes on Holiness." These are followed by a dozen penetrating essays grouped in three parts: (1) the understanding of holiness in Scripture, (2) holiness in historical and theological perspective, and (3) holiness in relation to various practical aspects of ministry. The book concludes with appendixes offering five considered descriptions of holiness. The fastest-growing segments of the church worldwide have their roots in the Wesleyan Holiness tradition. Catholic, Orthodox, and other Protestant denominations are discovering its relevance to their own traditions and practices. The Holiness Manifesto offers an ideal overview to those wishing to understand more about this extremely influential movement. Contributors: Jim Adams Barry Callen Lisa L. Dorsey Roger Green Jon Huntzinger Cheryl Bridges John Craig Keen David W. Kendall William Kostlevy Diane Leclerc Kevin W. Mannoia James Earl Massey George McKinney Thomas A. Noble Jonathan S. Raymond C. Stevens Schell Howard A. Snyder Don Thorsen Lynn Thrush Kenneth L. Waters Sr. |
Contributor Bio(s): Mannoia, Kevin W.: - Kevin Mannoia is professor of ministry and chaplain atAzusa Pacific University and he also serves as Chair of theWesleyan Holiness Study Project. His other books includeThe Integrity Factor: A Journey in LeadershipFormation and Church Planting: The NextGeneration.Thorsen, Don: - Don Thorsen is chair of the Department of Advanced Studiesand professor of theology at Haggard School of Theology, Azusa Pacific University. His previous books includeEcumenism, Spirituality, and Holiness." |