Background
Jones, William Paul was born on February 13, 1930 in Johnstown, Pennsylvania, United States. Son of William Paul Senior and Ruth Josephine (Truscott) Jones.
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Trumpet at Full Moon: An Introduction to Christian Spirituality as Diverse Practice (Paperback) - Common
(In this very personal book, Jones sees the diverse experi...)
In this very personal book, Jones sees the diverse experiences of individuals as the backbone of spirituality, and claims that the Trinity affirms a rich diversity within God and within God's way of relating to the world.
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Trumpet at Full Moon: An Introduction to Christian Spirituality as Diverse Practice
( In this very personal book, W. Paul Jones sees the dive...)
In this very personal book, W. Paul Jones sees the diverse experience of individuals as the backbone of spirituality, and claims that the Trinity affirms a rich diversity within God and within God's way of relating to the world. He considers each Person of the Trinity as being involved in each function of God--as creator, redeemer and sanctifier--and arrives at nine dimensions of God's life that invite a response. Jones develops each of the nine dimensions with an extended meditation, followed by a series of practical and creative spiritual exercises.
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Theological Worlds: Understanding the Alternative Rhythms of Christian Belief
( By exploring five common Christian perspectives ("theol...)
By exploring five common Christian perspectives ("theological worlds"), this volume helps readers understand the basis of their own Christian attitudes, identify the sources of their confusions about life and the church, and come to a deeper appreciation of the assumptions and motivations of others. Author W. Paul Jones demonstrates that each of the five "theological worlds" has a legitimate basis in both Scripture and tradition. He explores why the "citizens" of each world have great difficulty understanding and accepting the legitimacy of other worlds, and why people of goodwill often misconstrue the words and intentions of others. Theological Worlds offers thoughtful insight to all Christians who want to understand and deal effectively with other human beings. Christian educators will appreciate the references to literature--books, plays, songs, poetry--which illustrate the characteristics of residents of the five worlds and point toward ways to achieve nurturing experiences for students and congregations. Preachers will find the volume helpful as a means of crafting sermons that speak to the diversity of experience among their church members.
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The province beyond the river
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Worlds Within A Congregation: Dealing With Theological Diversity
( In Worlds Within a Congregation, W. Paul Jones follows ...)
In Worlds Within a Congregation, W. Paul Jones follows up on his previous work Theological Worlds in a most practical way. He argues that many church communities consist of sub-congregations, which have come about not as the result of divisive intentions, but as congregants naturally group themselves according to preferred styles of worship, interaction, stewardship, and so forth. Jones suggests that this struggle with theological diversity in congregations is something to be understood and embraced, rather than fled from as a grounds of division, and shows how--by understanding the different variations in a congregation--one can better minister with and to the congregation. Key Features: * Examines the existence and character of theological diversity within congregations * Shows that theological diversity within a congregation can be a positive factor in the life of congregations * Follows up on a previous book (Theological Worlds) Key Benefits: * Readers will learn to analyze and evaluate theological diversity within a congregation * Readers will understand how this diversity shapes the preferred ways of doing a number of things in the ministry of a congregation (worship, mission, service, interaction) * Readers will learn how to apply this knowledge and evaluation of a congregation to the administration and ministry of that congregation
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- Teaching the World: Foundations for Online Theological Education (More and more seminaries, Bible colleges, and Christian u...)
William Paul Jones
Edit ProfilePhilosophical theology educator
Education
Bachelor, Mount Union College, 1951; Bachelor's Degree, Yale University, 1954; Master of Arts, Yale University, 1955; Doctor of Philosophy, Yale University, 1960.
Career
Instructor Yale University, New Haven, 1955-1957. Assistant professor Princeton (New Jersey) University, 1957-1965. Associate to full professor St. Paul School Theology, Kansas City, Missouri, since 1965.
Achievements
Works
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Theological Worlds: Understanding the Alternative Rhythms of Christian Belief
( By exploring five common Christian perspectives ("theol...)
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Teaching the World: Foundations for Online Theological Education
( More and more seminaries, Bible colleges, and Christian...)
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Trumpet at Full Moon: An Introduction to Christian Spirituality as Diverse Practice (Paperback) - Common
(In this very personal book, Jones sees the diverse experi...)
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Worlds Within A Congregation: Dealing With Theological Diversity
( In Worlds Within a Congregation, W. Paul Jones follows ...)
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Trumpet at Full Moon: An Introduction to Christian Spirituality as Diverse Practice
( In this very personal book, W. Paul Jones sees the dive...)
- The province beyond the river
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Theological Worlds: Understanding the Alternative Rhythms of Christian Belief
Connections
Children: Katherine, Amy, Wendy, Suzanne, Elise.
