Discovering Christian Ministry: Theology and Practice - Paperback

by Ron Dalton (Author)

What is the purpose of Christian ministry? Is it about upholding traditional standards? Is it about meeting organizational goals? Or is it a mixture of meanings and roles? With numerous ways of understanding ministry, getting a grasp on it can be a diffulcult task. Discovering Christian Ministry not only gives a concise yet comprehensive definition of ministry but it also ofers a ministerial vision that encompasses the personal, and social spheres of your life.

Author Biography

Ron Dalton is professor of Christian ministry at Olivet Nazarene University, where he has served since 1993. Having pastored for over fourteen years prior to his current position, he has served as interim pastor in many churches while teaching at Olivet. He is a member of the Wesleyan Theological Society, the Society of Biblical Literature (SBL), and the Religious Research Association. He has presented papers at regional SBL conferences and at the Oxford Institute of Methodist Theological Studies held at Christ Church College in the University of Oxford.