Theology and Families

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This timely book, by one of the world's leading theologiansin this field, makes a positive theological contribution to presentintellectual and practical discussions about families and children. * * Explores the intellectual and practical debates about thechanging nature of family forms, roles and relationships, and howChristian faith and theology can contribute to the thriving offamilies and children. * Considers the causes and consequences of changes to familiesover recent decades. * Utilizes the theological resources that are best equipped todeal with these changes and to shape ethical teaching, ethicalpractice, moral judgements, and public policies. * Develops family-friendly readings of scripture, tradition anddoctrine, and moves forward theological treatment of marriage,gender and children.

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Adrian Thatcher

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"In what will surely become a standard work, Adrian Thatcherprovides a Trinitarian theology of families and children whichaddresses the question: 'How may the resources of Christian faithand practice contribute to the thriving of families, and inparticular, of children?' ... Each discussion is full of wisdom andpractical insight, and engages in constructive criticism withcontemporary authors from across the theological spectrum ... Avery fine book, well written, and very timely." Church Times "A dense, scholarly text, carefully argued andmeticulously researched." The Way "This book is a preferential option for and a theologicalliberation of children. No one interested in children and theirparents in a time of changing family structure should miss it. Itis scholarly yet readable by a wide audience, thought provoking,and it offers clear direction for the future. A master theologiangoes to the heart of one of the most universal, and most neglected,issues of our day." Michael G Lawler, CreightonUniversity "This volume is carefully constructed, well documented,comprehensive and in general excellent. The combination of thedoctrinal tradition (e.g. the Trinity and baptism) with expertisein contemporary thought on social issues ( e.g. children'srights, issues of choosing childlessness and step-families) isimpressive. Adrian Thatcher explores a wide range of theologicalpositions from the far right to the far left, dealing knowledgeablywith such complex issues as the sexual exploitation of children andthe churches' roles in the promotion of pro-family policies.The study deserves to become a standard work of reference."George Newlands, Glasgow University "An outstanding contribution to theological debate on familiesand children ... that combines the expertise of an eminenttheologian and the experience of a loving parent." Theological Book Review "Thatcher ... always pays careful attention both tosocial scientific evidence and to biblical evidence ... overallblend is distinctive ... a book to buy." Journal of Theological Studies "A rich and thought provoking book that engages theologicallywith a host of facets of contempory family life." Journal ofContempory Religion
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