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From The Jordan to Galilee - A Lenten Course by John Cox This Lent Course calls us to join Mark in his account of Jesus’s journey from his baptism in the Jordan to the start of his mission in Galilee, and to reflect on our own journeys of faith. Drawing upon Jesus’ experience in his journey, we are invited to consider questions of what affirms us, who we are, the demons that afflict us and the angels that support us, and finally, our understanding of the gospel we share by word and action. It is a book about self-examination and the value we give to others in an age where people often feel excluded and alienated.
£6.99 - £7.99
The Beatitudes are some of the best known of Jesus teachings. But too often they are thought to be a matter of simple common sense.Popular author John Cox, brings his open and accessible approach to the challenging nature of these short sayings revealing them as among the most radical of what Jesus had to say.This five week course for individual or group study, explores the context of ideas in the Beatitudes, the insights that differing translations bring to them, and how they continue to challenge us in our world today including our attitude to possessions, to loss and forgiveness, to judgement and salvation.Ideal for all of us during Lent. Specification Book format - Paperback Published - February 2019 Weight - 80g Page Count - 76 Dimensions - 12.9 x 19.8 x 1 cm ISBN - 9781848679719 ISBN 10 -1848679718
£7.99
An Advent course based on the prophecies of IsaiahThe journey from darkness to light is upheld in the season of Advent - set in the Church's calendar in the dark winter days that look forward to and long for the coming of Christ, the light of the world.It is Christ, amidst the darkness of world events who promised that light had come to the nations bringing good news to the poor, release to captives, sight to the blind, and freedom to the oppressed. In these words, quoted from the book of the prophet Isaiah, the year of the Lord's favour had dawned.This five-session course, suitable for group or individual use, explores what each prophecy means for the world today - through reflections, readings, questions and prayers.
£10.99
Based on the traditional hymn 'O come, O come Emmanuel', John Cox's Advent course provides the opportunity for a reality check: the reality of who we are and what our world is, the reality of our hopes and fears. It encourages us to look afresh at the reality of Jesus, the One who comes and ask how much he is really a part of our lives.As we look forward at Advent, this book encourages us to look in other directions as well: to look around at those who are lost and alienated, at outcasts and refugees; to look within us and within the world; to look up to find hope and aspiration; to look with gratitude; and to look with the eyes of loving response as we meet with Christ, the One we long for, the One who we believe comes to meet our needs and those of our world.This short course of six sessions is intended for use by small groups but could equally be helpful for individual use in setting a framework for private study, devotion and reflection.ContentsAbout the authorIntroductionAdventWreaths and candlesThe Great AntiphonsLookingHow to use this bookThe sessionsLeadersMusic suggestionsSession one - God's welcome to allSession two - FreedomSession three - Light in the darknessSession four - Key of DavidSession five - Lord Almighty, the giver of the LawSession six - Emmanuel, God with us
£11.99
Reflections on a year that changed the world... The Coronavirus pandemic has, quite literally, changed the world. Normal life for billions has been turned upside down and inside out. Sorrow and confusion, anxiety, stress and isolation, have become everyday issues to wrestle with and live through. But if you look hard enough, it is possible to see how good has come out of this unprecedented and harrowing time.In Pandemic Reflections, popular writer, John Cox, has outlined an alphabet of lessons we can all learn from the crisis, ranging from baking, exercise and food banks, to key workers, rainbows, and even video calls, and so much more.With key passages from Scripture and prayers to assist reflection, this truly unique book will not only inspire, but help you to see just how much good can come out of the worst of times.
£8.99 - £10.99
Church schools are different not because they are exclusive but because they are distinctive. But just what constitutes this distinctiveness? It is more than a matter of 'caring and sharing'. This timely book seeks to help all concerned with education in church schools to explore this question. John Cox, a recently retired Diocesan Director of Education, suggests that even Christian values are not enough - it is the beliefs that underpin these values that makes the real difference: belief about God, about what it is to be human, about the Church and about the world. This is worked out in terms of the Kingdom values such as justice, forgiveness, gratitude, generosity, truth and love. With chapters that also include a critique of the Every Child Matters agenda, and RE and Collective Worship, this is an invaluable book for head teachers, governors and parish clergy. Quotes on this title' Education is always at the centre of society's attention, and the place of the Church in education has never been under so much scrutiny. Meanwhile the Church of England is saying that church schools are at the centre of its mission. John Cox's level-headed and informative book is therefore very timely and deserves to be widely used as a background to all that's emerging in contemporary debate. Read, mark, learn and inwardly digest - then take courage and get involved.'The Right Reverend John Pritchard - Bishop of Oxford and Chairman of the Church of England Board of Education and National Society' John Cox has written a book that will be of immense value to Governing Bodies, Boards of Education and Headteachers especially of church schools. Three things mark this book out as a unique and timely contribution to the Christian education of children. First, it is grounded in clear, orthodox and practical theology. It explains why communicating the depths of the Christian tradition is so enriching for children.Secondly, it is full of wise, practical advice and suggestions which are accessible and useful.Thirdly it reflects the pastoral sensitivity and accumulated experience of its author acquired over many years as a Parish Priest, Cathedral Canon and Archdeacon.This is a gem of a book, the best of Anglicanism and something for all the church schools in my own Diocese.'The Right Reverend Tim StevensBishop of Leicester'A Secretary of State for Education once observed that in general, church schools shared a plus factor, if he knew what it was he would 'bottle it'. John Cox who was a highly respected and popular Diocesan Director of Education delves down into what should be really distinctive about the ethos of a church school, and of Church of England schools in particular. This is a timely and helpful book which will benefit all involved with church schools, but which also makes a fine contribution in support of what is offered in such schools.'The Right Reverend Nigel Stock - Bishop of St Edmundsbury & Ipswich
£14.99
How to be more effective in the life and mission of the local church Written by a former archdeacon, here is an invaluable brief guide to the working of PCCs and the responsibilities of churchwardens. While of interest and assistance to all PCC members and even experienced churchwardens, the guide will be of special help to those who are newly appointed.Set out in clear sections, the Guide provides information not only on the history of PCCs but also on the procedures for the election of members, their responsibilities, relevant legislation and suggestions to help PCCs be both effective and fun.In addition, there are separate sections covering the role and responsibilities of churchwardens. Specification Book format - Paperback Published - 2016 Weight - 116g Page Count - 72 Dimensions - ISBN - 9781848678255 ISBN 10 - 1848678258
£10.99
Prophecy is about proclaimation as well as prediction, of forth-telling and not simply for-telling. The Prophet's message is of hope as well as judgement, of God's new future as well as humankind's past misdeeds. p>This six-week course for Advent through Epiphany listens to the vioce of the prophet Isaiah, exploring what his message meant in its own day and the way it is still relevant for us today. Each session offers a set of reflective thoughts on passages comminly used for this season, has questions for discussion, prayers and suggestions for music p>Aimed Primaily for use with small discussion groups, the course could also used for private exploration of what Isaiah has to say. In addition, the author provides a helpful, brief introduction to the place and message of the prophets ini the Old Testament. P>
£9.99
Light Amidst the Darkness by John Cox is a thought-provoking and spiritually enriching exploration of the Advent season. Through a series of powerful contrasts—death and hope, judgment and peace, heaven and joy, hell and love—Cox invites readers to reflect deeply on the light that shines through life’s darker moments. Each chapter offers meditations that guide the reader toward a profound understanding of the Christian faith, culminating in the celebration of Christmas Day and the arrival of Jesus Christ, the ultimate source of light and love. Perfect for personal reflection or group study, Light Amidst the Darkness is a heartfelt journey of hope, renewal, and faith during the sacred season of Advent.
£7.99 - £8.99
Out of the experience of the pandemic comes this book by popular author John Cox to help us keep spiritually healthy. Times of crisis and difficulty can mean we neglect our own well-being and just as our physical health needs feeding and exercise so too do our spirits. These 28 reflections provide just that. There is challenge as well as comfort but through it all the theme of hope, symbolised by the different colours of the rainbow for each reflection ranging from Crisis red to Peaceful blue.
£7.99
A six-week group study course, ideal for Lent but suitable for any time of year. John Cox takes an honest look at various aspects of the complex and often thorny subject of doubt. Session 1: The nature of doubt Session 2: What the Old Testament says about doubt Session 3: What the Gospels say about doubt Session 4: What kind of God? Session 5: Doubts about Jesus Session 6: Pain and prayer Specifications Format- Paperback Published - November 2019 Weight - 128g Page count - 100 Dimensions - 19.8cm x 13cm x 0.7cm ISBN - 9781838580421 ISBN 10 - 1838580425
£10.99
Sight, hearing, touch, smell and taste are the five physical senses, but there are many more senses we can use to explore the meaning of Christmas - a sense of balance, a sense of justice, a sense of wonder, a sense of mystery, a sense of purpose, and so on. In all Senses focuses on these many senses, making connections through them with the Jesus story and the Christian journey. For each day of the four weeks of Advent there is a reading, reflection, response and a prayer. By exploring the story of Christ's birth through all our senses we can come to it afresh, welcome him with renewed delight and worship him with a deeper sense of intimacy.
£9.99 - £10.99
A Confirmation Course for AdultsConfirmation is a significant event in a person's journey of faith and Christian commitment.In this preparation course for adults, John Cox provides sessions on key topics including Me, The Bible, Prayer and God.There is an extended introduction for each session, setting out background information and points for reflection.The sessions themselves include group and individual activities, questions for discussion, readings, input and prayers.
£10.99
This compendium of prayers, reflections, Bible-based monologues, sermon ideas and full services is a valuable resource for those who devise and lead worship. As well as more general material, the focus is on the two great festivals of Christmas, Holy Week and Easter.The book contains over 300 prayers, with opening prayers, confessions, intercessions and blessings set out for the Christian Year and specific topics.The material is drawn from books already published by our popular author, John Cox and is brought together here to assist those looking for background information, ideas for sermons, prayers and talks as they prepare to lead congregations in their worship.The reflections will both stimulate and encourage them in their own spiritual journey.Contents Feasts and FestivalsAdventAdvent wreaths and CandlesChristmasEpiphanyAsh WednesdayMothering SundayPalm SundayHoly WeekMaundy ThursdayGood FridayHoly SaturdayEasterThe biblical accountsThe Easter liturgya. The Service of the Lightb. The Vigil.c. The Liturgy of Initiation.The Easter gardenAscension DayWhit SundayTrinity SundayHarvest FestivalsAll Saints and All SoulsPrayersOpening PrayersConfessionsIntercessionsBlessingsSeasonal prayersAdventChristmasEpiphanyPalm SundayMaundy ThursdayGood FridayHoly SaturdayEasterPentecostTrinityTransfigurationHarvestAll Saints and All SoulsGeneral PrayersAmbitionAngerBaptismBeautyBereavementCallComfortCommitmentCourageDutyFairnessFaithForgivenessFutureGenerosityGloryGod's purposesGod's WordGood NewsGratitudeGuidanceHealingHolinessHopeHumourJusticeLeadersLightLoveMotivesObediencePeacePetitionPossessionsPrayerPrejudicePresenceSchoolSensitivitySpiritSufferingTestingThanksTrustTruthWisdomWonderWorldWorshipWorthThoughts and reflectionsGood news to the poorRelease to captivesSight to the blindFreedom to the oppressedProphets and prophecyThe Word of the Lord - IsaiahWorship and JusticeA new leaderThe Word made fleshFor all the worldChristmas Eve - expectationChristmas Day - the presence of GodAsh Wednesday - FastPalm SundayConfrontation - the cleansing of the TemplePreparation - the costly ointmentBetrayalThe Last SupperAt the foot of the crossResurrectionEmmausThe power of Resurrection lifePrideAmbitionToleranceIn their own words - biblical charactersOld Testament1. Sarah - you must be joking!2. Abraham - a terrible test3. Rebekah - you're my favourite4. Jacob - what a struggle5. Aaron - the pressure of leadership6. Naomi - a wonderful daughter-in-law7. Samuel - not happy8. The Queen of Sheba - a matter of trade9. Jonah - where's the justice in that?New Testament10. Anne - just an ordinary child really11. Elizabeth - miracles run in our family12. The lodging keeper - don't blame me13. Melchior, the wise man - we thought we knew14. The woman at the well - a life-changing meeting15. Zacchaeus - repentant rogue16. Mary - nothing is too precious17. The donkey owner - you only have to ask18. Pilate - what is the truth?19. The soldier - you never forget the first time20. Mary of Magdala - seeing isn't everything21. Peter - what a boasterServices for Holy Week and Easter1. Palm Sunday - procession2. An evening act of worship for Monday of Holy Week3. An evening act of worship for Tuesday of Holy Week4. An evening act of worship for Wednesday of Holy Week5. A service for Maundy Thursday - the Exodus meal6. Good Friday - Executiona. A dramatic reading of the Passionb. Christ crucified - meditations on the Passionc. The Crucifixion - the witness of the Scriptures7. Holy Saturday - the in-between time. A vigil8. Easter Daya. The Easter Lightb. The Easter Gardenc. Easter service - a celebration of resurrection
£22.99
Ideal for:School GovernorsSchool HeadsAnyone considering becoming a school governor
£15.99
This book provides a valuable resource for those leading worship and preaching through Holy Week and Easter.Each day has an introduction based on the Gospel accounts, drawing out the different and rich perspectives of the four Evangelists. A reflection is then offered for sermon material and a full service is provided.Each of the Three Hours of Good Friday has a different approach - a dramatic reading of the Gospel account from St Matthew, meditations on the Passion with St Mark and a service based on readings from both the Old and New Testaments.As well as an Easter vigil and a service of Resurrection for Easter Day, there are short services for Easter Light and the Easter Garden.
£15.99 - £17.99
What do Christians believe?What would it be like to go to church?How can I make sense of the Bible?What is prayer really about?This book offers answers to these kinds of questions in a way that neither treats its readers as 'dummies' nor baffles them with technical terms. If you want to know more about what Christian believe and do but have been too afraid to ask, or don't know who to ask, then this is the book for you. It will guide you on your journey of discovery and encourage you to explore further.
£9.99
Those of us who have a ministry of pastoral care cannot be an expert on everything but between simple ignorance and specialist knowledge there is a place for informed help and caring.This book provides support for those who may feel anxious about their lack of basic knowledge when faced with a situation they haven't encountered before. Covering topics such as Bipolar affective disorder, Interfaith marriage and Cot deaths, each chapter gives suggestions about the help that might be offered while also listing names and contact details of selected organisations and other sources of further assistance.John Cox • Paul Cox • Brian Fahy • Bill Merrington • Chris Morley • Gerald O'Mahony • Claire Richards • Helen WarwickContentsAgeing and growing oldAggressive behaviour in children and young peopleAlcoholismAngerAnxietyBipolar affective disorderCarersChronic illnessCot deathsCrimeDespairDomestic violenceGamblingHomelessnessInterfaith marriageInternet use by teenagersObesityParanoiaPornographyRacismSanctuarySuicide
£15.99
Here is a collection of sessions for both adult individuals and groups that explore the experiences that make people question their belief in a loving god. From the horrors of war and violence and the personal agony of illness and pain, to the question of luck and rewards, the topics are intensely thought-provoking and faith assuring.
£11.99
The work of school governors is important, worthwhile but increasingly demanding.A good set of governors can make a considerable difference to a school.At the heart of good governance are good relationships: with one another, the head teacher, staff, parents, the community, and children. In these relationships the role ofschool governors has been widely described as that of the 'critical friend'.This book provides information and guidance to help the school governor fulfil thisimportant, demanding and worthwhile role.
£13.99 - £15.99
An exploration of what it means to be happy and blessedWe constantly seek happiness and a sense of blessing. In his latest book, popular author John Cox takes a look at how we can be happier and what makes us unhappy. He explores the ideas of religious leaders and philosophers, and what the Bible has to say on the subject.Special attention is given to Jesus' radical views found in the Beatitudes.Don't chase happiness - accept it as a gift.
£9.99
In trying to be 'perfect' it is possible to miss being 'better'. Insights from the world of golf are drawn upon in this six-week group course as an aid to understanding the life of faith and the spirit. (Don't worry, all golfing terms are explained for the non-golfer!) John Cox, former Archdeacon of Sudbury, explores how we might become better - as individuals, in our relationships, as people of faith - without being torn by the guilt of not being perfect. Each session offers introductory thoughts, prayers, readings and suggestions for discussion and activities. Tracks of suggested music included.• Week 1: A miss is as good as a mile• Week 2: Practice doesn't make perfect• Week 3: Staying positive• Week 4: All you need is love• Week 5: Let's imagine• Week 6: It's up to you - but not entirely
£10.99
As a resource for preachers this latest book by John Cox studies thirty dreams and visions reported through pages of Scripture, from Jacob's vision of the ladder to Mary's vision of the angel Gabriel announcing she would be the mother of Jesus. Each of the thirty sections explores something of the background to the dream or vision, providing thoughts and illustrations for sermons. Dreams and their interpretation have been recorded for over 4000 years and they continue to mystify and intrigue us.
£13.99
'Not Another... Meeting!' sets out some of the problems associated with meetings and how they can be overcome with careful planning, papers sent out on time, good chairing, clear decisions, participation and commitment from those present, accurate minutes and effective follow-up. For chairpeople and group members, to make meetings more effective and less problematic.
£10.99
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