The Life and Work of a Priest

by John Pritchard

Publisher:

SPCK Publishing

, 2007

Overview

Having managed during his eventful time as a vicar to become a footnote in ecclesiastical history (!), John Pritchard’s current role as a ‘jobbing bishop’ ensures he is in contact with many parish priests every week. In this lively and hopeful volume, he realistically maps out the life and work of those called to serve God in the pastoral ministry, looking in turn at the only three things he believes need be of concern: the glory of God, the pain of the world, and the renewal of the Church. From those flow the priest’s many roles, such as spiritual explorer, multi-lingual interpreter, wounded companion, friendly irritant, creative leader and mature risk-taker.

Product Details

• Title: The Life and Work of a Priest
• Author: John Pritchard
• Publisher: SPCK Publishing
• Print Publication Date: 2007
• Logos Release Date: 2022
• Pages: 160
• Language: English
• Resources: 1
• Format: Digital › Ebook
• ISBNs: 9780281062614, 9780281057481, 0281057486, 0281062617
• Resource ID: LLS:9780281062614
• Resource Type: Monograph
• Metadata Last Updated: 2025-11-12T14:03:57Z

About John Pritchard

John Pritchard was bishop of Oxford until his retirement in 2014. He was formerly bishop of Jarrow, and before that, archdeacon of Canterbury. He has served in parishes in Birmingham and Taunton, and has been Diocesan Youth Officer for Bath and Wells Diocese. He is also the author of The Intercessions Handbook, Beginning Again, How to Pray, and Living Easter through the Year.