SCM Press
LightNews LightNews
banner
scmpress.bsky.social
SCM Press
@scmpress.bsky.social
1.5K followers 320 following 560 posts
We publish books that engage academic theology with the wider church and with society
https://scmpress.hymnsam.co.uk
Posts Replies Media Videos
Pinned
scmpress.bsky.social
SCM Press @scmpress.bsky.social · 12d
Introducing November's titles:
1. Types of Christian Mission: An Introduction by Stephen Spencer

A vital introduction to the challenges, complexities, debates and contexts of contemporary missiology.

Order via our website within this month for 20% off RRP:
scmpress.hymnsam.co.uk/books/978033...
A front cover of Types of Christian Mission and the following endorsement quote: This recently revised and updated introduction to Christian Mission from Stephen Spencer is a vital resource for students wanting to engage deeply in the study of mission for today’s Church. While covering an impressive range of church traditions, Spencer is able to probe contemporary practice with real insight and clarity, raising questions which will no doubt generate significant conversation in classrooms and churches. Joshua Cockayne, Academic Dean of Cranmer Hall, Durham and Director of the Bede Centre for Church Planting Theology
Reposted by SCM Press
scmpress.bsky.social
Also out this month:
2. Life on the Breadline: Theology, Poverty and Politics in an Age of Austerity by Chris Shannahan

The first fieldwork-based book by an academic theologian to analyse Christian responses to UK austerity-age poverty

20% off in November:
scmpress.hymnsam.co.uk/books/978033...
An endorsement of Life on the Breadline from Anthony G Reddie, Professor of Black Theology, Unversity of Oxford. It reads: Chris Shannahan's Life on the Breadline lifts the lid on the roots of the scandal of rampant poverty that exists in one of the richest nations in the world. He shows that structural poverty has not occurred by accident and so the solutions to this multi-faceted problem need to be intentional, prophetic and sustained.
November 3, 2025 at 10:55 AM
scmpress.bsky.social
Calling all educators!
Are you involved in delivering education in theology/biblical studies/religious studies etc? Librarians, this includes you!
We want your feedback on our books - and there's a prize draw to enter at the end.
Survey closes 2nd January. Click here:
docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1F...
SCM Press survey Nov 2025: textbooks and educational resources
We would like to find out how our publishing is working in terms of serving educators in theology and related disciplines and their students at all levels. If you are involved in delivering theologic...
docs.google.com
November 14, 2025 at 3:04 PM
Reposted by SCM Press
scmpress.bsky.social
NEW on the SCM Press blog:
We speak to @chrisshannahan.bsky.social about his research into austerity-age poverty in the UK and his new book.
scmpress.hymnsam.co.uk/blog/why-do-...
A standalone sign for a foodbank, in front of a low wall. The sign reads: Foodbank open. Emergency good for local people in crisis. The logo shows it is a Trussell Trust foodbank.
November 12, 2025 at 12:46 PM
Reposted by SCM Press
churchtimes.bsky.social
Online Advent Retreat 2025

Join us in preparation for Advent with the Bishop Guli Francis-Dehqani, the Very Revd Dr David Hoyle, the Revd Lucy Winkett; and the Revd Chris Russell

Tickets: www.churchtimes.co.uk/o-com...
November 13, 2025 at 7:11 PM
scmpress.bsky.social
Co-editor of Polyphonic God, Israel Olofinjana, has written a post on how the notion of Christian nationalism goes against the God we encounter in scripture: www.icctgathering.net/post/polypho...
Polyphonic Theology and Christian Nationalism
Polyphonic Theology is the subject of a new book Polyphonic God: Exploring intercultural Theology,  Churches and Justice. This book is edited by myself,  Dr Usha Reifsnider, co-regional director of La...
www.icctgathering.net
November 13, 2025 at 9:58 AM
Reposted by SCM Press
alexianafry.bsky.social
Book cover reveal day! @scmpress.bsky.social is incredible. She releases on March 31, 2026, and it looks like pre-orders might already be open: scmpress.hymnsam.co.uk/books/978033...
November 6, 2025 at 8:30 AM
scmpress.bsky.social
Want to catch up on the conversation at the launch of Selina Stone's book A Heavy Yoke?
This is now on YouTube:
www.youtube.com/watch?v=JA4d...
A Heavy Yoke Full
YouTube video by Hymns Ancient & Modern
www.youtube.com
November 12, 2025 at 3:21 PM
scmpress.bsky.social
Akil Henry in Premier Christianity mag finds Selina Stone's A Heavy Yoke 'compelling': 'What Stone does particularly well is...show that...an interwoven tale of Christian beliefs about power can...enable abusive environments to flourish.'

Find out more here:
scmpress.hymnsam.co.uk/books/978033...
Heavy Yoke Theology, Power and Abuse in the Church by Selina Stone - Paperback / softback - 9780334066699
Buy Heavy Yoke Theology, Power and Abuse in the Church by Selina Stone Paperback / softback from SCM Press - ISBN: 9780334066699
scmpress.hymnsam.co.uk
November 12, 2025 at 1:47 PM
scmpress.bsky.social
NEW on the SCM Press blog:
We speak to @chrisshannahan.bsky.social about his research into austerity-age poverty in the UK and his new book.
scmpress.hymnsam.co.uk/blog/why-do-...
A standalone sign for a foodbank, in front of a low wall. The sign reads: Foodbank open. Emergency good for local people in crisis. The logo shows it is a Trussell Trust foodbank.
November 12, 2025 at 12:46 PM
scmpress.bsky.social
Even if you can't join for the launch next week, Jenny's book is available here:
scmpress.hymnsam.co.uk/books/978033...
November 12, 2025 at 12:11 PM
Reposted by SCM Press
scmpress.bsky.social
Get your copy before the end of the year!
scmpress.bsky.social SCM Press @scmpress.bsky.social · 12d
Also pleased to announce we are extending the introductory offer for The Way Through The Trees by @docbrush.bsky.social - it will be held at £25 until the end of 2025

Grab your copy here:
scmpress.hymnsam.co.uk/books/978033...

bsky.app/profile/docb...
November 11, 2025 at 11:02 AM
scmpress.bsky.social
scmpress.bsky.social SCM Press @scmpress.bsky.social · 11d
NEW on the SCM Press blog:
Stephen Spencer considers what is distinctive about Christian mission in the twenty-first century:

scmpress.hymnsam.co.uk/blog/what-is...
November 11, 2025 at 5:09 PM
scmpress.bsky.social
Get your copy before the end of the year!
scmpress.bsky.social SCM Press @scmpress.bsky.social · 12d
Also pleased to announce we are extending the introductory offer for The Way Through The Trees by @docbrush.bsky.social - it will be held at £25 until the end of 2025

Grab your copy here:
scmpress.hymnsam.co.uk/books/978033...

bsky.app/profile/docb...
November 11, 2025 at 11:02 AM
Reposted by SCM Press
scmpress.bsky.social
Introducing November's titles:
1. Types of Christian Mission: An Introduction by Stephen Spencer

A vital introduction to the challenges, complexities, debates and contexts of contemporary missiology.

Order via our website within this month for 20% off RRP:
scmpress.hymnsam.co.uk/books/978033...
A front cover of Types of Christian Mission and the following endorsement quote: This recently revised and updated introduction to Christian Mission from Stephen Spencer is a vital resource for students wanting to engage deeply in the study of mission for today’s Church. While covering an impressive range of church traditions, Spencer is able to probe contemporary practice with real insight and clarity, raising questions which will no doubt generate significant conversation in classrooms and churches. Joshua Cockayne, Academic Dean of Cranmer Hall, Durham and Director of the Bede Centre for Church Planting Theology
November 3, 2025 at 10:31 AM
Reposted by SCM Press
scmpress.bsky.social
We're pleased to now be able to offer Open Access publishing options for our authors. For details, check out our website:

scmpress.hymnsam.co.uk/help/open-ac...

#AcademicSky #TheoSky #OpenAccess
July 30, 2025 at 10:59 AM
scmpress.bsky.social
Have you seen our new titles for November?
scmpress.bsky.social SCM Press @scmpress.bsky.social · 12d
Introducing November's titles:
1. Types of Christian Mission: An Introduction by Stephen Spencer

A vital introduction to the challenges, complexities, debates and contexts of contemporary missiology.

Order via our website within this month for 20% off RRP:
scmpress.hymnsam.co.uk/books/978033...
A front cover of Types of Christian Mission and the following endorsement quote: This recently revised and updated introduction to Christian Mission from Stephen Spencer is a vital resource for students wanting to engage deeply in the study of mission for today’s Church. While covering an impressive range of church traditions, Spencer is able to probe contemporary practice with real insight and clarity, raising questions which will no doubt generate significant conversation in classrooms and churches. Joshua Cockayne, Academic Dean of Cranmer Hall, Durham and Director of the Bede Centre for Church Planting Theology
November 7, 2025 at 10:45 AM
Reposted by SCM Press
scmpress.bsky.social
'Mobsby explodes the temptation of some sociologists and monks to dualise between religion on the one hand and spirituality on the other': Connor Hansford in his review of The Seeking Heart by @ianjmobsby.bsky.social for Modern Believing.

Find out more here:
scmpress.hymnsam.co.uk/books/978033...
Seeking Heart A Contemplative Approach to Mission and Pioneering by Ian Mobsby - Paperback / softback - 9780334065852
Buy Seeking Heart A Contemplative Approach to Mission and Pioneering by Ian Mobsby Paperback / softback from SCM Press - ISBN: 9780334065852
scmpress.hymnsam.co.uk
October 30, 2025 at 11:23 AM
scmpress.bsky.social
Find out more about the book discussed here:
scmpress.hymnsam.co.uk/books/978033...
November 6, 2025 at 11:56 AM
Reposted by SCM Press
scmpress.bsky.social
A glowing review of Decolonizing Development and Mission in @churchtimes.bsky.social

'Empirically grounded and theologically acute...
'A well-edited volume with consistently high-quality chapters'

Order for £24 from Church House Bookshop for a limited time:
chbookshop.hymnsam.co.uk/books/978033...
Book review: Decolonising Development and Religion: Theoretical frameworks, case studies and theological models, edited by Joerg Rieger and Sanjana Das
Duncan Dormor reads theological thinkers on issues in today’s world
www.churchtimes.co.uk
October 31, 2025 at 9:34 AM
Reposted by SCM Press
scmpress.bsky.social
NEW on the SCM Press blog:
Stephen Spencer considers what is distinctive about Christian mission in the twenty-first century:

scmpress.hymnsam.co.uk/blog/what-is...
November 3, 2025 at 2:33 PM
Reposted by SCM Press
scmpress.bsky.social
3. The Bishop and the Baptized by Justin Pottinger

Posing serious questions about the way the Church of England is structured, how dioceses are run & the role of bishops through the lens of liturgical theology.

Enjoy our pre-order offer this month only:
scmpress.hymnsam.co.uk/books/978033...
An endorsement quote for The Bishop and the Baptized: Justin Pottinger’s sensitivity to the language, imagery and symbolism of ordination rites shapes a vivid presentation of all three orders of ministry within the baptized community of the church. His work should inspire a new interest in the liturgy of ordination as an articulation not so much of event, as of dynamic relationship. Bridget Nichols, Lecturer in Anglicanism and Liturgy, The Church of Ireland Theological Institute
November 3, 2025 at 11:01 AM
scmpress.bsky.social
NEW on the SCM Press blog:
Stephen Spencer considers what is distinctive about Christian mission in the twenty-first century:

scmpress.hymnsam.co.uk/blog/what-is...
November 3, 2025 at 2:33 PM
Reposted by SCM Press
cranmerhall.bsky.social
We’re proud that our staff are not only dedicated educators but also actively contribute to academic research, both within the broader scholarly community & the Church.

Growing Together in Faith is now available, by our Dean of Anglican Formation, Sarah Strand & Associate Tutor, Emma Parker.
scmpress.bsky.social SCM Press @scmpress.bsky.social · Oct 2
Sarah Strand & Emma Parker have written Growing Together in Faith: Thinking Theologically About Ministry With Children and Young People, a comprehensive exploration of the theological and practical aspects of nurturing their faith.

Order now at £20 during Oct
scmpress.hymnsam.co.uk/books/978033...
The front cover of Growing Together in Faith by Emma Parker and Sarah Strand. The endorsement by Chris Curtis, Chief Executive of Youthscape, reads: Emma and Sarah write with the rigor of academic study and the heart of pastoral care to help the church embrace intergenerational ministry putting children and young people where they belong at the centre of the church community. Making a compelling Biblical case for the vital role of children and young people in the church, they introduce us to a bigger vision. Convincing and encouraging.
November 3, 2025 at 12:13 PM
scmpress.bsky.social
Introducing November's titles:
1. Types of Christian Mission: An Introduction by Stephen Spencer

A vital introduction to the challenges, complexities, debates and contexts of contemporary missiology.

Order via our website within this month for 20% off RRP:
scmpress.hymnsam.co.uk/books/978033...
A front cover of Types of Christian Mission and the following endorsement quote: This recently revised and updated introduction to Christian Mission from Stephen Spencer is a vital resource for students wanting to engage deeply in the study of mission for today’s Church. While covering an impressive range of church traditions, Spencer is able to probe contemporary practice with real insight and clarity, raising questions which will no doubt generate significant conversation in classrooms and churches. Joshua Cockayne, Academic Dean of Cranmer Hall, Durham and Director of the Bede Centre for Church Planting Theology
November 3, 2025 at 10:31 AM
Reposted by SCM Press
docbrush.bsky.social
Exciting to get my hands on physical copies of my new book! Thank you @scmpress.bsky.social
A picture of author Sarah Brush holding her new book The Way through the Trees
October 31, 2025 at 6:58 PM