What Episcopalians Believe

Author : Samuel Wells
Publisher : Church Publishing, Inc.
Page : 123 pages
File Size : 48,7 Mb
Release : 2011-10
Category : Religion
ISBN : 9780819223104

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What Episcopalians Believe by Samuel Wells Pdf

Episcopalian identity tends to focus on history and worship, and sometimes on ethics but "cradle" and new Episcopalians plus seekers will benefit from having a brief, accessible summary of the Christian faith as seen through an Episcopalian lens. There are two underlying convictions behind the book: first, that ecumenism is at the heart of the Episcopal faith. Episcopalians are well placed to offer themselves as a place of convergence between Roman Catholics and Protestants, and even between Roman Catholics and the Orthodox. Secondly, in the current conflicts both within the Episcopal Church and between the Episcopal Church and some of its Anglican Communion partners, there is no fundamental difference in doctrine. The book is an attempt to portray what all parties have in common. The book comes in four parts: The Faith Sources of the Faith The Order of the Faith The Character of the Faith

Author : Robert Boak Slocum,Don S. Armentrout
Publisher : Church Publishing, Inc.
Page : 591 pages
File Size : 46,5 Mb
Release : 2000-01-01
Category : Religion
ISBN : 9780898697018

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An Episcopal Dictionary of the Church by Robert Boak Slocum,Don S. Armentrout Pdf

A comprehensive, quick reference for all Episcopalians, both lay and ordained. This thoroughly researched, highly readable resource contains more than 3,000 clearly entries about the history, structure, liturgy, and theology of the Episcopal Church—and the larger Christian church worldwide. The editors have also provided a helpful bibliography of key reference works and additional background materials. “This tool belongs on the shelf of just about anyone who cares for, works in or with, or even wonders about the Episcopal Church.”—The Episcopal New Yorker

Author : The Iona Community
Publisher : Wild Goose Publications
Page : 271 pages
File Size : 54,9 Mb
Release : 2001-03-29
Category : Religion
ISBN : 9781849520003

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Iona Abbey Worship Book by The Iona Community Pdf

The services and resources in The Iona Abbey Worship Book reflect the Iona Community's commitment to the belief that worship is all that we are and all that we do, both inside and outside the church, with no division into the 'sacred' and the 'secular'.

Author : C.K. Robertson,Ian S. Markham
Publisher : Church Publishing, Inc.
Page : 113 pages
File Size : 45,9 Mb
Release : 2014-03-10
Category : Religion
ISBN : 9780819223098

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Episcopal Questions, Episcopal Answers by C.K. Robertson,Ian S. Markham Pdf

Starts with a brief history of the Episcopal Church and then answers questions people might have about the Church as it is today. Examples: Do Episcopalians believe in the atonement? Where do Episcopalians stand on the environment? What versions of the Bible do Episcopalians accept and use? Why is the Prayer Book so important to Episcopalians? How are decisions made in the Church? What is the Anglican Communion? What is the future of the Episcopal Church?

Author : Stephanie Spellers
Publisher : Church Publishing, Inc.
Page : 161 pages
File Size : 52,8 Mb
Release : 2021-03-17
Category : Religion
ISBN : 9781640654259

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The Church Cracked Open by Stephanie Spellers Pdf

"This book will make a profound difference for the church in this moment in history." — The Most Reverend Michael B. Curry Sometimes it takes disruption and loss to break us open and call us home to God. It’s not surprising that a global pandemic and once-in-a-generation reckoning with white supremacy—on top of decades of systemic decline—have spurred Christians everywhere to ask who we are, why God placed us here and what difference that makes to the world. In this critical yet loving book, the author explores the American story and the Episcopal story in order to find out how communities steeped in racism, establishment, and privilege can at last fall in love with Jesus, walk humbly with the most vulnerable and embody beloved community in our own broken but beautiful way. The Church Cracked Open invites us to surrender privilege and redefine church, not just for the sake of others, but for our own salvation and liberation.

Author : Church Publishing
Publisher : Church Publishing, Inc.
Page : 248 pages
File Size : 52,7 Mb
Release : 1977
Category : Religion
ISBN : 0898690064

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The Holy Eucharist by Church Publishing Pdf

The Holy Eucharist, Rites One and Two, from the Book of Common Prayer, with music for all proper prefaces and conclusions to Eucharistic Prayers; Prayers of the People; Communion under Special Circumstances; An Order for Celebrating the Holy Eucharist; The Service of Light. Musical Appendix contains Opening Acclamations, Blessings and Dismissals, instructions for chanting the Lessons and the Gospel; the Prayers of the People; baptismal litany and Thanksgiving Over the Water; Consecration of the Chrism. (238 pages) Hole-punched for inclusion in the Holy Eucharist, Altar Edition, Binder. Binder sold separately (9780898690453).

Author : Samuel Wells
Publisher : Church Publishing, Inc.
Page : 123 pages
File Size : 41,5 Mb
Release : 2011-10-01
Category : Religion
ISBN : 9780819228468

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What Episcopalians Believe by Samuel Wells Pdf

A collection of essays by top Episcopal thinkers on various topics, including faith and reconciliation. The New Church’s Teaching series has been one of the most recognizable and useful sets of books in The Episcopal Church. With the launch of the Church’s Teachings for a Changing World series, visionary Episcopal thinkers and leaders have teamed up to write a new set of books, grounded and thoughtful enough for seminarians and leaders, concise and accessible enough for newcomers, with a host of discussion resources that help readers to dig deep. Presiding Bishop Michael Curry leads off this volume with a clarion call for Episcopalians to join the Jesus Movement. A team of the church's brightest stars follow up with reflections on the practice of ministry in light of the movement: Nora Gallagher on encountering the ”other,” Rob Wright on adaptive leadership, Broderick Greer on reconciliation, Anthony Guillen on new ministries, Megan Castellan on evangelism, and Kellan Day on ministry with young people. Michael Curry closes with a word on making the world whole. Christians have been following Jesus together for some 2000 years—these leaders help to illuminate how we follow him in our time.

Author : Episcopal Church
Publisher : Forward Movement
Page : 36 pages
File Size : 40,5 Mb
Release : 2024-06-13
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 8210379456XXX

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An Outline of the Faith: Commonly Called the Catechism by Episcopal Church Pdf

Author : Lesslie Newbigin
Publisher : Wipf and Stock Publishers
Page : 156 pages
File Size : 50,5 Mb
Release : 2008-12-31
Category : Religion
ISBN : 9781606082225

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The Household of God by Lesslie Newbigin Pdf

This book discusses the question that the author regards as central in the present ecumenical debate: the nature of the Church itself. He thus describes the plan of theÊbook: The First chapter sketches the present context of the discussion and touches on the Biblical meaning of the word Church. The next three chapters examine the three answers to the central question, which may be roughly categorizedÊ as Protestant, Catholic, Pentecostal. The last two chapters argue that the Church is only to be understood in a perspective that is at once eschatologicalÊand missionary, the perspective of the ends of the earth. Bishop Newbigin's evaluations are provacative, scholarly, and filled with profound passion and insight. He is concerned with the searching questions men today are asking: Is there in truth a family of God on earth to which I can belong, a place where all men can be truly at home? If so, where is it to be found and how is it that those who claim to be spokesmen of that holy fellowshipÊare themselves at war with one another as to the fundamentals of its nature? I think there is no more urgent theological task than to try to give plain and simple answers. This he does, drawing deeply upon biblicalÊsources.

Author : C. Andrew Doyle
Publisher : Church Publishing, Inc.
Page : 125 pages
File Size : 48,5 Mb
Release : 2012-09-01
Category : Religion
ISBN : 9780819228093

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Unabashedly Episcopalian by C. Andrew Doyle Pdf

Episcopalians newly discovering their church home or long-time members who may have forgotten why they love the church will appreciate Unabashedly Episcopalian. Bishop Andy Doyle has mined the Baptismal Covenant and his own experiences leading the Diocese of Texas. The result is a heartfelt, smart and practical book that calls Episcopalians to wake up to the church s unique gifts and story, and equips them to share that witness in their neighborhoods and out in the world."

Author : John Kronen,Eric Reitan
Publisher : Bloomsbury Academic
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 51,9 Mb
Release : 2013-04-11
Category : Religion
ISBN : 1623568498

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God's Final Victory by John Kronen,Eric Reitan Pdf

God's Final Victory addresses the ongoing controversy concerning which doctrine is more defensible: the doctrine of hell or the doctrine of universal salvation. Would the just and loving God of traditional Christianity ever cause or allow some creatures to endure hell, that is, eternal alienation from both God and the blessed? Many think the answer is yes. Some defend this answer by arguing that God is not only loving but also just, and that eternal damnation is sometimes the only way God can meet the demands of justice with respect to sin. Others argue that, out of respect for creatures, God affords them the freedom to choose their destiny—and some choose eternal alienation from God. God's Final Victory examines the presuppositions underlying both lines of argument and finds that, once understood in their most defensible form, they offer good reason to suppose God would save all if He could and no compelling reason to suppose that He would or could not. As such, even conservative Christians should believe in universal salvation.

Author : Danielle Shroyer
Publisher : Fortress Press
Page : 234 pages
File Size : 47,9 Mb
Release : 2016-10-24
Category : Religion
ISBN : 9781506420295

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Original Blessing by Danielle Shroyer Pdf

Of the worlds major religions, only Christianity holds to a doctrine of original sin. Ideas are powerful, and they shape who we are and who we become. The fact that many Christians believe there is something in human nature that is, and will always be, contrary to God, is not just a problem but a tragedy. So why do the doctrines assumptions of human nature so infiltrate our pulpits, sermons, and theological bookshelves? How is it so misconstrued in times of grief, pastoral care, and personal shame? How did we fall so far from Gods original blessing in the garden to this pervasive belief in humanitys innate inability to do good? In this book, Danielle Shroyer takes readers through an overview of the historical development of the doctrine, pointing out important missteps and overcalculations, and providing alternative ways to approach often-used Scriptures. Throughout, she brings the primary claims of original sin to their untenable (and unbiblical) conclusions. In Original Blessing, she shows not only how we got this doctrine wrong, but how we can put sin back in its rightful place: in a broader context of redemption and the blessing of humanitys creation in the image of God.

Author : David Lawrence Edwards
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 132 pages
File Size : 46,9 Mb
Release : 1975
Category : Religion
ISBN : 0880280034

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What Anglicans* Believe by David Lawrence Edwards Pdf

Straightforward account of what many Anglicans believe to help Anglicans all over the world to understand their own tradition and what it can offer them.

Author : Derek Olsen,David Cobb
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 54,6 Mb
Release : 2012-11-05
Category : Religion
ISBN : 0880283785

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Saint Augustine's Prayer Book by Derek Olsen,David Cobb Pdf

Saint Augustine's Prayer Book is a book of prayer and practice―with disciplines, habits, and patterns for building a Christian spiritual life. It will help readers to develop strong habits of prayer, to thoughtfully prepare for and participate in public liturgy, and to nurture a mind and soul ready to work and give and pray for the spread of the kingdom. Saint Augustine's Prayer Book features Holy Habits of Prayer, devotions to accompany Holy Eucharist, Stations of the Cross, and Stations of the Resurrection, and a wide range of litanies, collects, and prayers for all occasions. The newly revised edition (2012) includes the treasured liturgies and prayers of the original while offering some important updates in language and content. Revised and edited by well-regarded scholars David Cobb and Derek Olsen, Saint Augustine's Prayer Book is a wonderful gift as well as a handsome addition to a prayer book collection. Comes leather bound with two ribbons in a gift box.

Author : Anonim
Publisher : Church Publishing, Inc.
Page : 272 pages
File Size : 42,8 Mb
Release : 2015-03-01
Category : Religion
ISBN : 9780819229571

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The Episcopal Handbook by Anonim Pdf

A classic best-selling manual on Episcopalian faith for lifelong followers, newcomers, and those wishing to sample and explore the beliefs and organization of the denomination. The original Episcopal Handbook, published in 2008, was an instant classic and has been a best-seller ever since. Still providing helpful and insightful information about the Episcopal ethos with a certain amount of whimsy and complete accessibility, this revision maintains the best features of the original work, but adds an update and an expansion on the church today. This revision highlights Episcopal diversity—including more women and people of color in the biographical material—and focuses more on Episcopal, rather than Anglicans. Additions to this edition include updated illustrations, an expanded glossary, and new sections on church governance, the origins of religious belief, and a capsule summary of church history. The Handbook is suitable for use in Sunday school, confirmation classes, inquirer sessions—and for everyone from visitors to vestries.