Böcker av Stephen P Mccutchan

STREAMS OF LIVING WATERIn addition to offering theological reflections on each of the lectionary passages in Year B, the author also offers five formats for prayer. A pastor or active lay member could make use of this material on retreat. This volume provides a pastor with a disciplined way of opening oneself to the Spirit in preparation for each Sunday's worship. Active church members will find this volume an excellent way of listening more deeply during each Sunday's worship or for small group study that is connected to the weekly worship experience.

Many Christians do not know how to utilize the wisdom of the Psalms. Drawing upon more than thirty years of pastoral ministry, the author offers a fresh approach to integrating the Psalms into the life of the whole church. He not only illustrates practical ways to utilize the Psalms in liturgy and preaching, but also suggests ways to use the Psalms in pastoral care. The Psalms can become the framework for examining current ethical problems and for providing self-care for clergy. McCutchan examines the Psalms with these goods in mind, and confronts the issue of the harsh language of the psalms, suggesting that this language may well be the key to helping believers bring their whole lives to the worship of God. Experiencing the Psalms can be used as a resource for the congregation that seeks to bring the language of spirituality to the lives of the believers. This book provides an effective strategy for clergy who want to help their members cope with their pain and share their joys in all aspects of their lives.