Canterbury Press Norwich

This short, accessible and compelling book argues that an inclusive vision of God lies at the heart of Christian theology. Since the 1960s liberal theology has been driven by social justice issues...

See the Biblical story in an unusual light - from the perspective of a devil who took up arms against heaven under the leadership of Satan. With eternity to ponder why God emerged triumphant from the...

Out of a situation which many would give up on, John Pridmore writes a captivating, moving, funny and self-deprecating account of life as an inner-city priest in one of the most deprived parts of...

Intercessory prayer is a key part of the liturgy of the Eucharist. Intercessory prayers need to reflect a response to the preached Word and topical concern for the world and need to be prepared...

The Jesus Prayer Rosary will be welcomed by the growing number of people who are discovering that praying with beads can be a spiritually enriching and therapeutic experience. It will further enrich...

This practical volume explores every aspect of serving as a eucharistic minister in the Catholic church. It offers in-depth teaching on the meaning of the Eucharist; personal preparation for the rite...

Two thousand years on, Jesus of Nazareth still attracts hundreds of millions of followers world wide. A genius for leadership is self-evident and yet John Adair, the internationally renowned author...

Here, Syd Little presents his all-time favourite religious jokes and stories, many from other TV celebrities, such as Rick Wakeman, Bobby Davro, Ted Rogers and others. The result is a celebration of...

Here are 23 new stories, written with characteristic affection and wit, which will greatly entertain Reg's loyal and eager readers. Bellowing basses, lead singers at least a line ahead of everyone...

The season of Advent traditionally involved meditation upon the 'Four Last Things' heaven, hell, death, and judgement. The Love That Moves the Sun revives this ancient practice and marries it with...

The Ascension is a key Christian doctrine that receives very little attention in the textbooks most widely used in ministerial training. After more than twenty years of teaching ordinands and readers...

The eucharist is one of the central acts of worship for Christians -- some would say the most important. Yet within the many traditions of Christianity, there appears to be no united voice --even in...

A recent theological statement from the Roman Catholic Church has increased hopes that while women may not be ordained as priests, their ordination as deacons may soon become reality. This is a new,...

This is the first published collection of poems by El Gruer, a poet whose work has earned her the title, 'The People's Poet'. El's writing is rooted in the belief that poetry is for everyone and she...

The Church of England is its parishes - for clergy & lay people alike, Christianity is lived out in the context of a parish with a community, congregation, building and a priest. This immensely...

The Passion of God provides a timely reminder in Lent that it is only by dying that we can live -- only through death that resurrection lies. As the author says in the Preface 'Never has St Paul's...

Ordained pioneer ministry is a significant and growing presence in the Church of England and the Methodist Church and in denominations around the world. Here leading practitioners and theologians in...

Evelyn Underhill (1875-1941) was one of the most widely read spiritual writers in the first half of the 20th century. A prolific writer of letters and diaries as well as novels and spiritual works,...

Discover the spiritual realities of goodness and love in ordinary daily life through a series of 'quiet walks'. Sometimes physical, but mostly through the landscape of the heart, they cultivate...

Patterns of discipleship, worship and prayer that have been hallowed by centuries of use in many branches of the Christian church are explored here afresh in the belief that they offer new...

Gregory Dix, an Anglican Benedictine monk, scholar, writer and broadcaster, was one of the most engaging public figures of his day. His classic work, The Shape of the Liturgy, has remained in print...

This is a comprehensive and balanced overall view of the ordained ministry. The first three parts of this book trace the theological roots of ordination in the Bible and early church, with a brief...

Malcolm Guite's eagerly awaited second poetry collection includes poems that seek beauty and transfiguration in the everyday; sonnets inspired by Francis and other outstanding saints; poems centred...

A delicious collection of the very best of wit, satire and humorous quotations about the Church, its clergy, the people who put up with them - and vice versa. Spanning the centuries from Chaucer to...

Author and former warden of Iona Abbey, Peter Millar reflects on where the sacred may be found in the modern world. This book shows how to recognise and celebrate the authentic presence and work of...

The Transition Town Movement is a fast growing social movement with hundreds of local groups which aims to prepare communities for the impact of peak oil and climate change. Many Christians are...

I will give you the treasures of darkness and riches hidden in secret places, that you may know that it is I, the Lord, who calls you by your name. This verse from Isaiah led priest Barbara Mosse to...

Austin Farrer was part of the extraordinary mid-20th century group of 'Oxford Christians', which also included C S Lewis, J R R Tolkien, Charles Williams and Dorothy Sayers. Described as 'the one...

Bishop Hassan reflects on his upbringing as a Muslim in Persia, conversion to Christianity, ministry as priest and bishop, the revolution, his escape, the anguish of his son's murder and his...

In The Vanishing Song, trans Christian poet Jay Hulme goes in search of what is all but lost in contemporary faith, the 'beautiful and holy and wild' way of the saints, and the alluring, perplexing...