Ministry Matters: Pastors, Their Life and Work Today by Michael Plekon Paperback

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Congregations are shrinking and in decline. Fewer people are part of communities of faith. Michael Plekon's previous book, Community as Church, Church as Community, traced the factors behind this as well as the resurrection of parishes that have reimagined themselves in diverse ways. Pastors have played essential roles in such transformation. But where are the ordained today? Ministry Matters is a sustained meditation on the vocation, lives, and work of pastors today. We listen to an ecumenical group of exceptional pastor-theologians on how pastors live and serve. These include George Keith, Nicholas Afanasiev, Barbara Brown Taylor, C. Andrew Doyle, Andrew Root, Sarah Coakley, Samuel Wells, Rowan Williams, Henri Nouwen, Pope Francis, David Barnhart, and Will Willimon, with commentary from Michael Plekon, who has served as priest in both western and eastern churches for over forty years. Many years of pastoral experience are shared here, providing a feast of reflection on the shepherds of God's flock.

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Michael Plekon is professor emeritus of the City University of New York, Baruch College. He has served as a priest for over forty years in both western and eastern churches and has authored numerous publications including Community as Church, Church as Community; The World as Sacrament; Uncommon Prayer; Saints as They Really Are; Hidden Holiness; and Living Icons.

Review

"Once again, Michael Plekon does not disappoint! Ministry Matters not only turns a much-needed spotlight on the important and life-giving relationship between pastoral ministry and theological reflection, but it also introduces readers to a range of inspiring pastor-theologians. Their experiences shed light on the needs of the people of God today. This book is a must-read for the ordained and a great read for everyone else."--Daniel P. Horan, OFM, professor of philosophy, religious studies, and theology, Saint Mary's College"Reading Michael Plekon's book, Ministry Matters, I felt like a gold miner. Every page had another nugget of helpful insight or relevant wisdom. In these days when anxiety about the state and future of the church is high, Plekon continues to provide creative and practical guidance and real-world examples of how to be church. I highly recommend this book for anyone who is looking for inspiration and help in these changing times."--Paul Egensteiner, bishop, Metropolitan New York Synod, Evangelical Lutheran Church in America"Michael Plekon weaves a tapestry of insights around tradition and innovation in Christian ministry, helpfully expanding on the insights of practical theologians of ecumenical breadth. Church is pledged toward abundant life, and Sam Wells nails it: 'It's About Abundant Life, Not Hell-avoidance.' Liturgy is 'the people's work, ' who are meant to be teachers, prophets, shepherds, not necessarily ordained. Read, mark, learn, and inwardly digest--there is much to be tried and celebrated!"--Katharine Jefferts Schori, XXVI Presiding Bishop (2006-15), Episcopal Church of the United States"You think you know what a pastor is? What a pastor is for? Think again. Michael Plekon introduces us to a wild ensemble of some of our best practitioners from across the ecclesial gamut, showing that pastoral work is ultimately about God's work and God's nature."--Jason Byassee, senior pastor, Timothy Eaton Memorial Church"Epic political, social, economic, and technological changes challenge church communities to keep up. Michael Plekon is one of the great listeners of the twenty-first century. He presents an array of pastoral voices to show how and why ministry continues to matter. A must-read for pastors, pastoral assistants, church administrators, and seminarians."--Nicholas Denysenko, associate professor of theology, Valparaiso University "I often say that ministry is about taking people more seriously than they take themselves. This is exactly what Michael Plekon does in this absorbing, profound, and heartwarming book, which will lead all engaged in ministry into more serious questions and more significant reflection than they would find alone. This is a wonderful book for those preparing for the diverse ministries of the church, but also a book to turn to for refreshment, light, and hope."--Samuel Wells, vicar, St. Martin-in-the-Fields

Details ISBN166678995X Author Tim Vivian Pages 190 Publisher Cascade Books Year 2024 ISBN-13 9781666789959 Format Paperback Publication Date 2024-06-20 Imprint Cascade Books Country of Publication United States Audience General US Release Date 2024-06-20 Subtitle Pastors, Their Life and Work Today We've got this

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