Frances Young Books

Focusing on the interplay between rigorous scholarship and enriching theology, the book explores how critical engagement with the Bible and tradition can revitalize Christian perspectives. Dr. Young emphasizes the importance of professional scholarship while advocating for a theology that nurtures pastoral care. The concluding chapter showcases creative reappropriations of Christian heritage through poignant examples. Written with clarity and warmth, the book presents a compelling vision that balances intellectual rigor with spiritual nourishment.

The book delves into the relevance of early church fathers' teachings in contemporary contexts, highlighting their enduring wisdom and insights. It examines how these ancient principles can be integrated into modern intellectual and ecclesiastical settings, offering a bridge between historical theology and present-day challenges. Through this exploration, it encourages readers to engage with foundational Christian ideas in ways that resonate with today's spiritual and cultural landscapes.

Focusing on the early Church, this scholarly work explores the profound significance of Christ's death, delving into theological implications and historical context. Authored by a prominent expert in Patristics, it examines how the event shaped early Christian beliefs and practices, offering insights into the foundational role of the crucifixion in the development of Christian doctrine.

A leading theologian recounts her journey of faith, shaped as it has been by caring for a profoundly disabled son for forty-five years, while also being a writer, university teacher and Methodist minister.

"The first of two volumes exploring the relationship between Scripture and doctrine in the early Church"--

Challenging conventional accounts of biblical interpretation in the early Church, this book explores the diverse methods and perspectives that shaped early Christian thought. It delves into the historical context and theological debates that influenced how scriptures were understood, offering fresh insights into the complexities of early Christian exegesis. Through rigorous analysis, the author examines key figures and their contributions, ultimately reshaping the narrative of biblical interpretation in this formative period.

Construing the Cross reconsiders ways in which the cross of Christ was understood before medieval atonement theories narrowed the categories.

In lucid and non-technical prose, Young demonstrates how and why the two most familiar Christian creeds - the Apostles' Creed and the Nicene Creed - came into being. She aims to bring the creeds back to life again in the challenging and demanding contexts of contemporary life.

This book offers a contemporary analysis of the Pastoral Letters, highlighting their enduring relevance for modern readers. It emphasizes key themes and insights that resonate today, providing a fresh perspective on these biblical texts. The assessment aims to connect historical teachings to current issues, making it a valuable resource for both scholars and general readers interested in the application of these letters in contemporary life.

Young offers a systematic theology with contemporary coherence, a method that engages in conversation with the fathers of the church and explores how their teachings can be applied today, despite the differences in our intellectual and ecclesial environments. The book covers key topics including Creation, Christology, soteriology, ecclesiology and Mariology.