On Priesthood
Essential reading for anyone discerning for ordination in the Church of England
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Messenger, sentinel, steward ... these three words have been used to describe the work of a priest in the Church of England since Cranmer wrote the original ordination rite in 1550. Two more, servant and shepherd, were added in 1980. Taken together, these five metaphors provide a rich and resonant set of ideas through which to explore the nature of Christian ministry.
In this short, lyrical book, Bishop Stephen Cottrell explores each one; based on actual addresses given to ordinands on the night before their ordination, it is refreshing, challenging and accessible.
Anyone considering ordination or already in ministry will want to read this book for the fascinating exploration of the five metaphors he considers.
Stephen Cottrell
STEPHEN COTTRELL is Archbishop of York and the author of many books. Other contributors are likely to include: HOSAM NAOUM, the Palestinian Anglican Archbishop in Jerusalem; RACHEL TREWEEK, the Bishop of Gloucester; DOMINIC BARRINGTON, Dean of York Minster; GRAHAM USHER, Bishop of Norwich; CHRISTOPHER CHESSUM, Bishop of Southwark.; GULI FRANCIS-DEHQANI, Bishop of Chelmsford. Plus other church leaders from around the Anglican Communion; disciples to the Holy Land, and Christians who have experienced persecution from various parts of the world (not only Palestine).
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