{"product_id":"practical-theology-an-introduction-9780802817655","title":"Practical Theology: An Introduction","description":"Every church congregation encounters challenging situations, some the same the world over, and others specific to each church. Richard Osmer here seeks to teach congregational leaders -- including, but not limited to, clergy -- the requisite knowledge and skills to meet such situations with sensitivity and creativity. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e Osmer develops a framework for practical theological interpretation in congregations by focusing on four key questions: \u003ci\u003eWhat is going on in a given context? Why is this going on? What ought to be going on?\u003c\/i\u003e and \u003ci\u003eHow might the leader shape the context to better embody Christian witness and mission?\u003c\/i\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e The book is unique in its attention to interdisciplinary issues and the ways that theological reflection is grounded in the spirituality of leaders. Useful, accessible, and lively -- with lots of specific examples and case studies -- Osmer's \u003ci\u003ePractical Theology\u003c\/i\u003e effectively equips congregational leaders to guide their communities with theological integrity. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eAbout the Author\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eRichard R. Osmer\u003c\/b\u003e is Princeton Theological Seminary's Ralph B. and Helen S. Ashenfelter Professor of Mission and Evangelism. An ordained Presbyterian minister, he chairs the Committee to Write New Catechisms for the Presbyterian Church (USA). His other books include \u003ci\u003ePractical Theology: An Introduction, The Teaching Ministry of Congregations\u003c\/i\u003e, and \u003ci\u003eReligious Education between Modernization and Globalization.\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e","brand":"William B. Eerdmans Publishing Company","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50641989140754,"sku":"9780802817655","price":20.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0831\/4771\/8930\/files\/img_37c76aa1-09cb-4e1a-b729-50eca0cf2ae5.jpg?v=1733049995","url":"https:\/\/surprise-castle.myshopify.com\/products\/practical-theology-an-introduction-9780802817655","provider":"Surprise Castle","version":"1.0","type":"link"}