Bound Together A Theology For Ecumenical Community Ministry

In Bound Together, Bos articulates the theological warrants for ecumenical and interfaith ministry at a local level. He shows how neighboring congregations of various denominations or faiths, simply by virtue of their common relationship to a surrounding community, have a theological connection that can cooperatively undergird joint ministry ventures. Bos explores the biblical, historical, and ecclesiological roots of community ministry to show how congregations or denominations of the same or different faiths can combine their resources and design a common strategy or program in response to needs and assets of their particular community. To demonstrate, he takes a close look at both the African American denominations and the theology of the laity movement--two important theological resources for preserving the covenant theme of civic engagement and responsibility. What results is a unique resource that addresses the intrinsic relationship between social justice issues and local faith and ecumenical community building.Bos, A. David is the author of 'Bound Together A Theology For Ecumenical Community Ministry', published 2005 under ISBN 9780829816280 and ISBN 0829816283.