A comprehensive, quick reference for all Episcopalians, both lay and ordained. This thoroughly researched, highly readable resource contains more than 3,000 clearly entries about the history, structure, liturgy, and theology of the Episcopal Church—and the larger Christian church worldwide. The editors have also provided a helpful bibliography of key reference works and additional background materials. “This tool belongs on the shelf of just about anyone who cares for, works in or with, or even wonders about the Episcopal Church.”—The Episcopal New Yorker

In November 2013, Pastor Teddy Parker was found dead by his wife, Larrinecia Parker, in the driveway of their home with a "self-inflicted gunshot wound" hours after he had sent her and his two daughters ahead of him to church, then failed to show up. It was later revealed that he had been battling manic depression until his death. Since that time, over 30more pastors have committed suicide. These men and women of God face many challenges that could potentially affect every aspect of their lives. As the Body of Christ, most of us have not been cultured to automatically pray for our pastors. Pastors dont always ask for prayers and many members may not feel comfortable praying for them. We need a renewed culture where prayer for the pastor is encouraged and taught. Pastors need to have specific, anointed, and focused prayer going on for them regularly. Prayer Points for Pastors: A Tool for Pastors and Their Intercessors will help both pastors and their intercessors alike by offering prayer points that may be important to pray for or about for pastors.

This book is an eclectic study of some dimensions of prayer. It is a Bible-based analysis (KJV). While recognizing that the concept, prayer, is widely viewed with numerous contexts, this book is anchored in the Judeo-Christian perspective. It makes no claim to present a universally accepted definition of prayer, the appropriate time for prayer, place of prayer, nor the one to utter the petition. The book is rather a collection of sermons based on texts lifted from scripture found in the Bible. The intent of this book is to present a focused study on selected topics on prayer as found in the Bible and viewed within the Judeo-Christian religion. This book is a valuable resource for addition to the innumerable sources on the topic of prayer. It is focused on prayer based on the Bible (KJV). It excludes the many social foci—so often overshadowing meaning and utilization of prayer—what is prayer, when to pray, where to pray, the time to prayer, the day to pray, who should lead in prayer, how to know when prayer is answered! This book is an easy reading resource that requires no extensive formal nor religious education. It can be likened unto reading the newspaper, emails, magazines, or TV aids. However, its message has relevance for daily living, the ultimate transition and eternal existence. Thus, its many usages include personal study, Bible study classes, and evangelism.

Prayer Warrior describes Gail Appels quest to learn how to obey Gods admonition to pray without ceasing. As Gail began seeking Gods heart in prayer, He showed her how to pray effectively, using a clear method of searching Scripture for specific themes and verses and defining each term to determine Gods will in prayer. The result is a comprehensive, topical study of four hundred different prayer needs. As Gail submitted herself to Gods instruction, her horizons began to expand, and her relationship with God deepened. She learned to pray with power, trust, and joy. Prayer is every believers privilege as well as duty. Prayer makes joy possible under all circumstances as we make our requests known to God and listen to His still, quiet voice.