Practical Theology An Introduction

Name: Practical Theology An Introduction
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ISBN: 9780802817655

ISBN-10: 0802817653

ISBN-13: 9780802817655

Edition: 1978

Authors: Richard R. Osmer

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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.

Book details

List price: $25.00
Copyright year: 1978
Publisher: William B. Eerdmans Publishing Company
Publication date: 7/2/2008
Binding: Paperback
Pages: 256
Size: 6.00" wide x 9.00" long x 0.63" tall
Weight: 0.792
Language: English



Preface


Introduction: Four Tasks of Practical Theology



The Descriptive-Empirical Task: Priestly Listening



The Interpretive Task: Sagely Wisdom



The Normative Task: Prophetic Discernment



The Pragmatic Task: Servant Leadership


Epilogue: Teaching Practical Theology in Schools of Theology


Name Index


Subject Index