The Resilient Disciple: A Lenten Journey from Adversity to Maturity - Softcover

Chapman, Justine Allain

Softcover

ISBN 10: 028107853X ISBN 13: 9780281078530

Publisher: SPCK Publishing, 2018

Synopsis

Is it possible to respond to the adversities of life by becoming stronger, wiser and more loving?

About this title

About the Author

Justine Allain-Chapman has worked in parish ministry in the Diocese of Southwark, as both curate and Vicar, and is now Vice-Principal of the South East Institute of Theological Education (a course which trains a large number of students for ministry).

From the Back Cover

The art of kintsugi ('repairing with gold') not only restores
cracked objects but also makes them even more beautiful than before.

Alone on an eight-day retreat in the Egyptian desert, Justine Allain Chapman encountered first hand the physical, spiritual and mental struggle many have endured before her. Our own desert experience may involve attending to challenges that come upon us suddenly - such as an illness or bereavement -or to difficult relationships or patterns of thinking that have long been draining us of life and joy.

A Lenten pilgrimage is testing. We have to search within ourselves for answers that lie hidden, draw on one other's strengths, reflect deeply and trust we will be enabled to integrate all we find. But there is a 'bright flame before us, a guiding star above' and God, who always calls us to love beyond ourselves, offers tender healing for our brokenness, longing that we may be consoled and renewed.

This vividly written book includes wide-ranging prayers, Scripture readings and guides to using the material with groups, in preaching and worship.


'An encouraging, challenging and imaginative journey through Lent, led by an excellent guide.'
The Rt Revd Nick Baines, Bishop of Leeds

'Brings us to Easter with both a deeper sense of self and a deeper engagement with God.'
The Revd Dr Roger L. Walton, President of the Methodist Conference 2016

[For reference only: author's biographical note to be set on half-title page inside book only, not on cover.

Justine Allain Chapman is an Anglican priest who has ministered as a vicar in south London, as a lecturer in practical theology and mission while vice-principal of a theological institute in south-east England, and as Archdeacon of Boston. Author of Resilient Pastors: The role of adversity in healing and growth (SPCK, 2012), she regularly speaks, leads retreats, and trains clergy and lay people. Justine lives with her husband Thomas near Lincoln with their four children.]


[Category: Spiritual Reading]

Edition details

• Publisher: SPCK Publishing
• Publication date: 2018
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 028107853X
• ISBN 13: 9780281078530
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 168