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Mothering as a Metaphor for Ministry

Paperback • 2018 • 1. edition

Mothering as a Metaphor for Ministry

By Emma Percy

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About the book

Drawing together original research which weaves together ideas from theology, philosophy, feminism and writing on mothering and child development, Emma Percy affirms and encourages aspects of good practice in ministry that are in danger of being overlooked because they are neither well-articulated nor valued. Offering a fresh look at parish ministry, this book uses a maternal metaphor to provide an integrated image of being and doing. The metaphor of mothering is used to explore the relational a...Show more

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9781138546998

Publisher

Taylor & Francis Ltd

Published year

2018

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1

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Mothering as a Metaphor for Ministry

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Paperback

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