This book is written for preachers and for those in training as preachers, and will be particularly useful for those preparing homilies based on Roman and Common Lectionary readings for use at the Sunday Eucharist and other liturgical services.
This book is written for preachers and for those in training as preachers, and will be particularly useful for those preparing homilies based on Roman and Common Lectionary readings for use at the Sunday Eucharist and other liturgical services.
The author draws upon the insights of the Second Vatican Council on the place of homily in the Liturgy. He also finds inspiration in the North American 'New Homiletic', inviting preachers to examine and experiment with a range of innovative strategies so as to engage in preaching that comes alive in the imagination of their hearers. Examples of the author's own homilies illustrate the application of his approach.
'Duncan Macpherson has provided a welcome theological framework for the proclamation of God's word.'
George Stack (Archbishop of Cardiff)
'...a book by a master in the theory and practice of preaching. It provides much help and encouragement towards improving liturgical preaching.'
Gerry O'Collins SJ (Emeritus Professor of New Testament, Pontifical Gregorian University, Rome)
'Macpherson's ecumenical commitments, liturgical reverence and exegetical expertise make the book a valuable addition to any preacher's library.'
Alyce M McKenzie ( Professor of Homiletics, Southern Methodist University, Dallas)
'...a book that speaks encouragement and good sense to preachers of every tradition. This is genuinely practical theology.'
Canon Dr Christopher Burkett, (Director of Ministry, Anglican Diocese of Chester).
DUNCAN MACPHERSON is a Doctor of Ministry in Preaching who taught in the Department of Theology at St Mary's University College, Twickenham, from 1967 to 2000. He is Features Editor of The Preacher and a tutor of the College of Preachers. He is a member of the US-based Academy of Homiletics. A Permanent Deacon in the Catholic Archdiocese of Westminter, he preaches widely and organises workshops on preaching. His publications include The Pilgrim Preacher: Palestine, Pilgrimage and Preaching (Melisende, 2004)
Isbn / Product Code | 9780854397815 |
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Dimensions | 12.5 x 20 cm |
Printed Pages | 142 |
Format | Paperback |
Year Of Publication | 2011 |
Publisher | St Pauls Publishing |
Author | Duncan MacPherson |