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Called or Collared?: An Alternative Approach to Vocation [Paperback]

Francis Dewar
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  • Paperback: 128 pages
  • Publisher: SPCK Publishing; 2nd Revised edition edition (22 Sep 2000)
  • Language English
  • ISBN-10: 0281053502
  • ISBN-13: 978-0281053506
  • Product Dimensions: 1.4 x 2.2 x 0.1 cm
  • Average Customer Review: 4.8 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (6 customer reviews)
  • Amazon Bestsellers Rank: 78,178 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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'Our notion of calling or vocation has become very narrow, and is often taken only to mean the calling to be an ordained minister. I want to rescue the idea from all those assumptions because I believe that God calls every human being to some particular self-giving task at each stage of their life'. Francis Dewar. Written for all lay people, including those considering ordination, this new edition, which takes into account changes since the ordination of women to the priesthood, is itself a call for everyone to discover their unique journey.

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Francis Dewer is an ordained clergyman in the Church of England as well as a trained counsellor.

Although this book is written for individuals who are thinking about ordination in the Church of England, it is potentially extremely helpful for any individual who is trying to fulfil their God-given potential as a human being. Dewer's thesis is that each individual has a "personal call" from God which is unique to that individual. This personal call is distinct from the call to the role of ordinand and may or may not be compatible with the role of a parish minister.

As most of the book is actually devoted to how one can find one's "personal call", the potential audience for this book is much wider than the title suggests. I believe this book could be of great help to Christians contemplating any kind of career change or even possibly for some Christians suffering from depression.

As an amateur theologian with a BA in theology, I would note that this book is written from a firmly "liberal" Christian theological viewpoint. Anyone who believes that their human self is inherently evil will not agree with Dewer's basic presumption that we are all unique creations of God called to fulfil our true potential. I also doubt it would be useful for anyone who did not believe in God.

One of the best, most uplifting books I've read in ages.

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11 of 11 people found the following review helpful
I was recommended this book to help with my exploration into a call to ordination. It was very useful and helped me consider things that had not crossed my mind.
It's clearly written and includes quotes and passages written by 'real people' that offer interesting insights.

Well worth buying this book for anyone considering ordination, and a good read for anyone considering the call God has on their lives.
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I have found this book very Useful in my exploration of Calling - I also found it quite moving, as I read the testimonial examples that are used in this.
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