The People of God, Discipleship and Ministry in the Anglican Church Today and Tomorrow. Issue 1 (9th May 2023)

• Record Type: Journal Article
• Authors: Littleton, John
• Is Part Of: Journal of Anglican studies. Volume 21:Issue 1(2023)
• Page Start: 3
• Page End: 20
• Publication Date: 2023-05-09
• Subjects: discipleship and ministry -- People of God -- Anglican Church -- parishes and Synods -- Lambeth Conference; Anglican Communion -- Periodicals; Anglicans -- History -- Periodicals; 283.05
• DOI: 10.1017/S1740355321000334
• Languages: English
• ISSNs: 1740-3553

Abstract

Abstract: People of God is a well-known biblical term used to describe and understand the inclusive, holistic and serving nature of the Christian Church. Currently, members of the worldwide Anglican Communion are discussing discipleship and ministry. This paper explores the deep connection between describing the church as the People of God and the practice of discipleship and ministry. That exploration occurs through an examination of the considerable literature on the topic, and by discussing discipleship and ministry in light of understanding the church as the People of God. Discoveries made from the journey may surprise. Suggestions for church practice emerged with implications for: ecclesial language; parish ministry and mission; the processes of Anglican Diocesan Synods; and potential outcomes for the 2022 Lambeth Conference.