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Authored by Bronwyn Angela White from Aotearoa New Zealand, this book captures the essence of summer festivities, where pohutukawa and rata bloom, and families gather for barbecues on Christmas Day.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe book features a variety of inclusive prayers, affirmations, reflections, and blessings crafted with a focus on “faith not belief” and social justice. It serves as an ideal resource for progressive and liberal faith communities, offering materials that lay and ordained worship leaders will find particularly helpful. Each piece is written to be read aloud, fostering a sense of community and engagement during worship.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith sections grouped by type – such as prayers and reflections – this book allows worship leaders to mix and match to create a unique liturgical experience. The repetitive structure intentionally showcases how familiar forms can introduce new and liberating theological concepts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhether for worship services or personal contemplation, \u003cem\u003eSomething New to Say\u003c\/em\u003e invites readers to see the sacred in everyday life and embrace the joy and hope that the festive season brings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003eReviewers comments\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e“Bronwyn’s words are more powerful and real than a thousand theological treatises on incarnation.” \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003eRev Dr Margaret Mayman\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cem\u003e  \u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAbout the Author\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBorn in Aotearoa New Zealand, Bronwyn’s writing celebrates inclusiveness and social justice; affirms spirit and faith in postmodern, progressive and post-Christian life. 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They are designed not only to entertain, but to reveal the assumptions, habits and contradictions that shape religious communities.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt the heart of the collection is the idea that cartoons can be a kind of church: a place where meaning is encountered, truth is uncovered and people are drawn into reflection. For Jim, cartooning is not simply a way to make jokes; it is a way of engaging with life, faith and humanity. His work is rooted in a lifetime of exposure to Christian culture, yet it speaks just as strongly to those outside the church who are curious, sceptical or simply amused by its rituals and contradictions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFunny, curly, challenging and generous, this is an ideal book for churchgoers with a sense of humour, clergy, lay leaders, theology students, progressive Christians, cartoon lovers and anyone who enjoys satire that makes room for both laughter and conscience.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAbout the Author\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBrendan Boughen, also known by his cartooning alter ego Jim, lives and works in Auckland, New Zealand. He grew up in Australia as the son of a preacher and has been drawing cartoons throughout his life, often with religious themes shaped by his upbringing in the Christian Church. He was first published in a newspaper by the age of 13 and in a book by 14. 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Rather than treating the Gospel as a flat historical record or a set of fixed doctrines, the author invites readers to explore how the stories, teachings, conflicts, and hopes found in Mark may be translated into a contemporary spiritual framework. This makes the book especially valuable for those interested in progressive Christianity, Sea of Faith perspectives, biblical criticism, and the continuing relevance of Jesus beyond traditional literalism.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe book is also a deeply personal and theological exploration. It reflects the journey of a scholar, minister, and teacher who wrestled seriously with the meaning of Christian discipleship in a postmodern age. Readers will find an interpretation that respects the ancient text while asking what it means to follow the way of Jesus today. The result is a reflective and substantial work for clergy, lay readers, theology students, church discussion groups, and anyone seeking an open, questioning, and intellectually responsible approach to the Gospel of Mark.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eAbout the Author\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIan J. Cairns was a New Zealand Presbyterian minister, scholar, teacher, and theologian. Born in Ashburton in 1930 and ordained in 1959, he taught in the fields of classics, biblical studies, and Islamic studies. He spent many years in Indonesia with his wife, Mae, serving as both teacher and chaplain, and later became Moderator of the General Assembly of the Presbyterian Church of New Zealand. His work reflects a strong commitment to thoughtful biblical interpretation, progressive theology, justice, and the ongoing renewal of Christian faith in the modern world.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eContents \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIntroduction: Reading Mark Today\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePart One: Mark, Jesus, and the Question of Realism\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Gospel of Mark in its historical setting\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eJesus as a person of his time\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe meaning of non-realism\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTranslating ancient belief into contemporary faith\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePart Two: The Beginning of the Gospel\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eJohn the Baptist and the wilderness\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe baptism of Jesus\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe proclamation of the kingdom\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCalling disciples and beginning the journey\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePart Three: Healing, Conflict, and Authority\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eStories of healing and restoration\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eConflict with religious authorities\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eParables and the imagination of faith\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe question of power and service\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePart Four: Following Jesus\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDiscipleship in Mark\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMisunderstanding, fear, and faith\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe way of the cross\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFollowing Jesus without simply copying Jesus\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePart Five: Jerusalem, Passion, and Hope\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe journey to Jerusalem\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTemple, power, and prophetic challenge\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe passion narrative\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDeath, absence, and renewed meaning\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eConclusion: Mark for a New Millennium\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe continuing value of the Second Gospel\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFaith beyond literalism\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe future of church and theology\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSEO-Friendly Description (160 Characters)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA progressive contemporary reading of Mark’s Gospel exploring Jesus, scripture, faith, and non-realist theology for modern readers.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eKeywords\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGospel of Mark,Second Gospel,Ian Cairns,non-realist theology,progressive Christianity,biblical studies,New Zealand theology,Sea of Faith,Christian scripture,Fraser Books\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Fraser Books","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53592885100851,"sku":null,"price":20.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0672\/9793\/5667\/files\/Mark-of-a-non-realist-700sq.jpg?v=1782887267"},{"product_id":"expectant-print","title":"Expectant - Print","description":"\u003ch2\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eExpectant\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eAdvent Meditations\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBy Anne E. 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