Being Christian: Baptism, Bible, Eucharist, Prayer

By ROWAN WILLIAMS

Full of sensitive pastoral advice and shot through with arresting and illuminating theological insights, Rowan Williams' new book explores the meaning and practice of four essential components of the Christian life: baptism, Bible, Eucharist and prayer.

This book is an invitation to everyone to think through the essentials of the faith and how to live it, making it an ideal gift for anyone at the start of their spiritual journey or thinking about confirmation.

• Language: English
• Publisher: SPCK
• Release date: Mar 20, 2014
• ISBN: 9780281071739

ROWAN WILLIAMS

Rowan Williams, Baron Williams of Oystermouth, PC, FBA, FRSL, FLSW, is a world renowned theological writer, teacher, and poet. He was the 104th Archbishop of Canterbury (2002–2012) before becoming Master of Magdalene College, Cambridge (2012-2020). Recent books by Rowan Williams include Luminaries (2019), Being Human (2018), God With Us (2017) and Being Disciples (2016) (all SPCK).

Reviews for Being Christian

[nicholasjjordan · Rating: 3 out of 5 stars]

I had massive hopes for this book, it being by Rowan Williams. But my real hope was to be able to use it to read with church members (as a UMC pastor). But it's a strangely in-between book, not quite in-depth enough about anything for people equipped to read theology, but not quite shallow enough for a wide readership.

[aevaughn · Rating: 4 out of 5 stars]

I wish this book was longer! Other than that I don't have any negative comments about this book. I particularly liked the section on prayer however. In particular, his discussion of Origen, Gregory of Nyssa and John Cassian's thoughts on prayer. If nothing else, I'm taking away on prayer the two tips: 1) Pray frequently and briefly. 2) When I get distracted, say "O God, make speed to save me."