A People Called Episcopalians: A Brief Introduction to Our Way of Life (Revised Edition)

Westerhoff, John H., III; Pearson, Sharon Ely

ISBN 10: 0819231886 / ISBN 13: 9780819231888

Published by Church Publishing, 2014

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Synopsis:

A straightforward, easy-to-understand introduction to the Episcopal Church.

What are we as Episcopalians? This concise booklet explores five main areas of Episcopal life: identity, authority, spirituality, temperament, and polity. A great introduction to the Episcopal way of thinking in readable prose for any newcomer or seeker in the Episcopal Church who may wonder what makes Episcopalians different than Roman Catholics or other protestants.

About the Authors:

John H. Westerhoff taught at numerous Episcopal, Roman Catholic, and Protestant theological schools around the world, retiring in 1994 as the Professor of Theology and Christian Nurture at Duke Divinity School. He is the author of more than 25 books, including Will Our Children Have Faith?, Living Faithfully as a Prayer Book People, and A Pilgrim People. He died in 2022.

Sharon Ely Pearson a retired Christian educator, editor, and author with 35-plus years of experience in Christian formation on the local, judicatory, and church-wide level. Known for her knowledge of published curricula across the church, she has written or edited numerous books. She is a graduate of Virginia Theological Seminary and a lifelong Episcopalian. She lives in Norwalk, Connecticut.

Bibliographic Details

Title: A People Called Episcopalians: A Brief ...
Publisher: Church Publishing
Publication Date: 2014
Binding: Paperback
Condition: Fair
Dust Jacket Condition: No Jacket