Faith and the Future of the Countryside is a practical and theological handbook for rural ministry today, offers up to date resources for theological reflection, preaching and practical action in response to issues affecting rural congregations and whole communities in the 21st century. Practitioners in a variety of Christian denominations address the concerns of rural communities today, helping you to understand key issues in the context of mission and respond both pastorally and prophetically. Topics included are the changing profile of rural communities, health and wellbeing, the politics of food production, the rural economy, the local effects of climate change, the pastoral mission of the rural church, spirituality and the countryside and more.

About the Author
JILL HOPKINSON is National Rural Officer for the Church of England. ALAN SMITH is the Bishop of St Albans and author of God-Shaped Mission.


Book Information
ISBN 9781848251175
Author Jill Hopkinson
Format Paperback
Page Count 144
Imprint Canterbury Press Norwich
Publisher Canterbury Press Norwich