Celebrating Christian Marriage

Paperback / softback

Main Details

Title Celebrating Christian Marriage
Authors and Contributors      Edited by Adrian Thatcher
Physical Properties
Format:Paperback / softback
Pages:368
Category/GenreChristian worship, rites and ceremonies
ISBN/Barcode 9780567088208
ClassificationsDewey:248
Audience
Undergraduate
Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly
Professional & Vocational

Publishing Details

Publisher Bloomsbury Publishing PLC
Imprint T.& T.Clark Ltd
Publication Date 1 May 2002
Publication Country United Kingdom

Description

The interest in marriage and the future of marriage is urgent and increasing. This collection of expert research, analysis and discussion may be the most significant ever assembled on this subject. There are contributions from different continents and cultures; from Roman Catholic, Protestant, Anglican and Orthodox traditions; from theologians and many other professionals - including historians, social theorists, sex therapists, lawyers, psychiatrists and demographers - all in conversation with the idea of Christian marriage.There are introductions to each topical section by Adrian Thatcher: Marriage at the Start of the Millennium, Beginning Marriage, Love and Marriage, The Marriage Relationship, Children and Marriage, Single-Sex Marriage, Ending Marriage - Roman Catholic Perspectives, Ending Marriage - Anglican Perspectives.

Author Biography

Adrian Thatcher is Professor of Applied Theology and Director of the Centre for Theology and Philosophy at the College of St. Mark and St. John, Plymouth.

Reviews

"An excellent resource book and introduction to many of thee issues that concern us in our own constituency." --Theological Book Review Feed the Minds 'interesting and valuable...Recommended reading' * Journal of Theology for Southern Africa *