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This is a significant book for denominational leaders, theological lecturers, pastors, and church leaders as they encounter lack of health in churches and seek ways forward for greater health and impact in their local communities.\u003c\/span\u003e","brand":"Wipf \u0026 Stock Publishers","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48518167724247,"sku":"9781532667930","price":49.99,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0317\/8499\/2899\/files\/9781532667930.jpg?v=1776850954"}],"url":"https:\/\/wanderingbookseller.com.au\/collections\/australian-university-of-theology-publications.oembed","provider":"The Wandering Bookseller","version":"1.0","type":"link"}