Practicing Christian Education: An Introduction for Ministry

By James Riley Estep, Mark a Maddix, James Riley Jr. Estep

Book Overview

This accessible introduction to the broad scope of Christian education focuses on its practice in the local church. Two leading experts argue that Christian education encompasses all of the intentional practices of the local church, including worship, mission, sacraments, and teaching. They explore Christian education not only as a field of study but as a vital congregational ministry, showing how congregations can engage in discipleship and formation for spiritual growth. The book features exercises and other pedagogical devices and includes reflection questions and suggestions for further reading.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 080103096X
• ISBN13: 9780801030963
• Release Date: July 2017
• Publisher: Baker Academic
• Length: 192 Pages
• Weight: 0.62 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.5" x 6.0" x 9.0"