The Life and Work of a Priest [Paperback]

John Pritchard (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: October 30, 2007

In this lively and hopeful volume, John Pritchard realistically maps out the life and work of those called to serve God in the ordained ministry. He looks in turn at the only three things he believes need be of concern: the glory of God, the pain of the world, and the renewal of the Church. From these flow the priest's many roles, such as spiritual explorer, multi-lingual interpreter, wounded companion, friendly irritant, creative leader and mature risk-taker. This book pays homage to Robert Martineau's The Office and Work of a Priest, published in 1972, and much valued as a wise account of the duties of a priest at that time. "Dipping again into John Pritchard's The Life and Work of a Priest for this review reminded me what a remarkable, wise, and humane book it is. It covers just about everything parish life might throw at clergy. Well, not quite everything. If you're troubled by sylvan revels or cohabiting bandits, I'm afraid you're on your own." Paul Handley, Church Times

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About the Author

The Rt Revd John Pritchard is Bishop of Jarrow. He was Archdeacon of Canterbury and, before that, Warden of Cranmer Hall, Durham. He has written several books for SPCK, including the bestselling Intercessions Handbook (1997) and its follow-up The Second Intercessions (November 2004); Beginning Again; Living the Gospel Stories Today (2001),, and How to Pray (2002).

Product Details

• Paperback: 164 pages
• Publisher: Spck (October 30, 2007)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0281057486
• ISBN-13: 978-0281057481
• Product Dimensions: 8.4 x 5.4 x 0.6 inches
• Shipping Weight: 8.5 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #1,493,676 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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