Ideal for inquirers, newcomers, confirmation classes, and both youth and adult study groups, this book invites readers into the Episcopal tradition without presuming prior knowledge. Its clear question-and-answer structure keeps learning accessible and unintimidating, offering concise, thoughtful responses that fit easily into busy lives. Beneath that simplicity, however, lies a careful engagement with the beliefs, practices, and traditions that define Episcopal faith, marrying clarity with real theological depth.

Readers will find honest, accessible responses to many of the questions people most often ask, including: What do Episcopalians believe about the Bible? Why does the Church practice infant baptism? Why does God permit evil and suffering? What are the sacraments, and why do they matter? Is it acceptable for a bishop to question the Virgin Birth? Why is the Book of Common Prayer so central to Episcopal identity? How does the Prayer Book relate to Scripture? What is the Anglican Communion? How did The Episcopal Church come to be, and how are decisions made within it?

Whether used for personal reading or group discussion, this book offers a thoughtful, open-handed guide to the Episcopal tradition―one that encourages questions, respects doubt, and invites readers into a richer understanding of faith.

About the Authors

C. K. Robertson, PhD, DD, is Canon to the Presiding Bishop of the Episcopal Church and Distinguished Visiting Professor at the General Theological Seminary. His books include Transforming Stewardship, Conversations with Scripture: Acts of the Apostles, and the DVD series, Hazardous Saints, all via Church Publishing. He earned the PhD from the University of Durham, Durham, England. He lives in Oviedo, Florida

Ian S. Makham is the Dean and President of Virginia Theological Seminary and a Professor of Theology and Ethics. He is the author of numerous books, including Against Atheism and An Introduction to Ministry (co-written with Oran Warder). His awards include the Robertson Fellow; Claggett Fellow attached to Washington National Cathedral; Frank Woods Fellow at Trinity College, Melbourne; and F. D. Maurice Lectures at King’s College, London. He lives in Alexandria, Virginia.

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