A Time to Heal: A Report for the House of Bishops on the Healing Ministry is an important Church of England report exploring the theology, practice, and pastoral significance of Christian healing within the life of the Church.
Prepared for the House of Bishops, this influential report examines healing as an integral part of Christian ministry, emphasising that healing embraces the whole person—body, mind, and spirit. It considers the biblical foundations of healing, the ministry of Jesus, the role of prayer, and the Church's responsibility to care for those experiencing illness, suffering, and disability.
The report explores:
The biblical basis of Christian healing
Healing in the ministry of Jesus and the early Church
Prayer for healing and pastoral care
The relationship between healing, medicine, and faith
The ministry of clergy and lay people in healing
Wholeness, reconciliation, and spiritual renewal
This title will appeal to readers interested in:
Christian healing ministry
Church of England theology and pastoral practice
Pastoral care and chaplaincy
The relationship between faith and healthcare
Anglican theology and ministry
Balanced and theologically grounded, A Time to Heal remains an important resource for clergy, pastoral workers, students of theology, and anyone interested in the Church's understanding of healing as part of its mission.