Book cover for Out of the Office: A Theology of Ministry by Robert D. Cornwall

Out of the Office

A Theology of Ministry

2017 Released
98 Pages
1-2 Hours
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Energion PublicationsISBN 9781631993909

Theology is often seen as a discussion of dry doctrines, suitable mostly for academic institutions, but separated from the practice of faith. In this third volume of the Academy of Parish Clergy's Conversations in Ministry series Dr. Bob Cornwall, church historian, theologian, and pastor, shows the ways in which one's theology shapes one's ministry in the church and in the world.

Besides discussing the theological roots of ministry and mission, this book is firmly placed in the 21st century, looking at the virtual world as our parish as well as more traditional connections.

Practical. Systematic. Spiritual. Down-to earth. If you are looking for a way to put more life, focus, and meaning into your ministry as a pastor or church leader, this is the book for you.

Robert D. Cornwall

Robert D. Cornwall is Minister Emeritus of Central Woodward Christian Church (Disciples of Christ) living in Troy, Michigan. He has served as board chair of Christian Unity and Interfaith Ministries of the Christian Church (Disciples of Christ) and Editor of Sharing the Practice. He received his Ph.D. in Historical Theology from Fuller Theological Seminary (1991). His books include Second Thoughts about Hell: Understanding What We Believe co-authored with Ronald J. Allen (WJK, 2025); Eating With Jesus: Reflections on Divine Encouinters at the Open Eucharistic Table (Cascade, 2025); Second Thoughts about the Second Coming, with Ronald J. Allen (WJK, 2023); Religion, Politics and Dissent, 1660-1832, co-edited with William Gibson (2010).

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