Hope
Growing Flourishing Church Communities That Transform and Heal People
- Church Leadership & Ministry
- Publisher: Wipf and Stock
- Published: 2025
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Publisher's Description
In a world where the toxicity of the contemporary Western church is regularly and often justifiably highlighted, this volume explores how churches can be places of hope. God's plan is that churches become communities of transformation and restoration, both for individuals and for wider society. Gathering the voices of practitioners, biblical scholars, systematic theologians, practical theologians, and counsellors, this work offers a multidisciplinary exploration of how, guided by the Spirit of God, we can positively create and sustain flourishing churches which nurture both individuals and the wider community.
Endorsements (3)
“This is a timely and courageous book that engages with the context of Aotearoa New Zealand on behalf of questions that face the global church. With theological depth and pastoral insight, it offers a compelling vision of the church as a community of hope, healing, and transformation. I commend it to all who desire to see the church flourish in faithfulness to Christ and in service to the world.”
“In a time when hope feels scarce, this book offers a grounded and inspiring vision of healing, flourishing, and missional purpose. Rooted in God’s redemptive work, it calls the church to embrace and share hope—personally, communally, and beyond its walls. This book will inspire you to look beyond the current struggles and embrace the transformative hope that God provides.”
“For those discouraged by the church’s many failures, this book offers fresh hope. The contributors not only point to signs of renewal already emerging; they show how we too can nurture flourishing and health within Christian communities. This is a bold and timely call to believe again in the church as a Spirit-filled body that offers healing, transformation, and hope.”
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