An introduction to theology for all those involved in pastoral care and in applying Christian thinking to the service of church and society. Using everyday stories, the authors explore a variety of pastoral situations and reflect on them theologically.[...]

Having managed during his eventful time as a vicar to become a footnote in ecclesiastical history(!), John Pritchard's current role as a 'jobbing bishop' ensures he is in contact with many parish priests every week. In this lively and hopeful volume, he realistically maps out the life and work of th[...]

Many of us are aware of our spiritual nature, and we have a real desire and need to talk to God. Prayer, however, seems a difficult thing to do. While talking to our friends comes easily, we often think that talking to God does not. In How to Pray, John Pritchard takes us on a journey into prayer. H[...]

In this exhilarating book, John Pritchard reclaims the narrative power of the gospels by retelling well-known stories in vivid, imaginative language, and showing us how our own stories fit into the Christian story and can be transformed by it. He takes key narratives like the visit of Mary to Elizab[...]

Provides an introduction to the much debated topics of talk and group collaboration in classrooms, and the development of interactive approaches to teaching.[...]

The "real "lessons of teamwork don t happen on camera. They happen behind the closed doors of locker rooms and team meetings and practice facilities. Kevin and John open those closed doors. All you need to do is get reading Larry Bird Help the helper is a basketball motto preached by some of the s[...]