Distinctly Welcoming

Distinctly Welcoming by Richard Sudworth was published by Scripture Union in October 2007 and is our 13200th best seller. The ISBN for Distinctly Welcoming is 9781844273171.

A guide to the issues and challenges facing churches and Christians in their engagement with those of other faiths....

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Do you or your church lack confidence in reaching out to those of different backgrounds?

Here is a clear, practical guide to the core issues and challenges facing churches in their engagement with those of other faiths.

Earthed in real life - lots of stories
Accessible style - readable and interesting
Biblically rooted - creative reflections from Scripture
Professionally credible - examples of good practice
Practical suggestions - how to take things further
A practical guide to the core issues and challenges facing churches in their engagement with those of other faiths.

The resource does not seek to cover all the issues in-depth but provides a broad sweep touching on key issues so that churches can gain confidence and be guided towards practical, relational engagements and projects informed by a distinctly Christian ethos.

Each chapter suggests practical activities and further resources for those wanting to explore further. The resource aims to be earthed in real life, accessible in style, biblically rooted and professionably credible.

Contents:
Foreword - Joy Madeiros
1. Introduction
2. Theology of other religions
3. Unpacking a Trinitarian faith
4. What does this mean for evangelism?
5. Community action
6. Youth and children's work
7. Diversity and unity in society
8. Churches of diversity and inclusion
9. Post-Christendom
10. Spirituality for interfaith work
Postscript