- Paperback: 224 pages
- Publisher: Continuum International Publishing Group - Mowbray; illustrated edition edition (19 Jun 2008)
- Language English
- ISBN-10: 1906286132
- ISBN-13: 978-1906286132
- Product Dimensions: 21.2 x 13.8 x 2.2 cm
- Average Customer Review: 4.8 out of 5 stars See all reviews (6 customer reviews)
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This is a lively and informative guide to the Church of England, from its Romano-British origins to the central church structures of the twenty-first century. It defines doctrine and how to address a Dean, covers Canon Law and explores the implications of Establishment; looks at mission and maintenance, music and ministry. From the Archbishop of Canterbury to the Thirty-Nine Articles and from Royal Peculiars to inter-faith relations, this invaluable resource brings together in a single volume the diverse threads that make up the Church of England.
About the Author
Dr Martin Davie is Theological Secretary of the Council for Christian Unity of the Church of England and Theological Consultant to the House of Bishops. He has written or contributed to numerous books and articles in the fields of systematic theology, church history and ecclesiology and was the chief drafter for the two Church of England reports 'Some Issues in Human Sexuality' and 'Women bishops in the Church of England'.
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12 of 12 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
One might have expected a book that explains the internal workings of the Church of England to be pretty boring! This book isn't! It is an informative and comprehensive guide to many aspects of the C of E, and the author has done a brilliant job of making this book amazingly readable. It is well worth reading by old and new members alike, as well as the outsider who wants to be informed about what the denomination is like.
It is well worth considering as a confirmation present for someone who is joining the church.
It is well worth considering as a confirmation present for someone who is joining the church.
5 of 5 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
This is a brilliantly written summary of every aspect of the structure and function of the Church of England. Sounds dull? Well, you'd think so. But the well organised structure, clear concise language and well researched content make this a really interesting read.
Every Vicar, Church Warden or church official in the Anglican church should read this book. Though it would provide a positive insight into the workings of the established church of England that would benefit anyone wanting to know more about this national institution.
The book helps explain why the church is how it is, why it is so broad and diverse in making Christianity accessible to people in Britain and, by association, throughout the world. It clarifies what makes it distinct amongst Christian churches. It puts a few myths to bed and raises awareness of the work and activities of the church that are often neglected or misrepresented in the media.
I thoroughly commend it.
Every Vicar, Church Warden or church official in the Anglican church should read this book. Though it would provide a positive insight into the workings of the established church of England that would benefit anyone wanting to know more about this national institution.
The book helps explain why the church is how it is, why it is so broad and diverse in making Christianity accessible to people in Britain and, by association, throughout the world. It clarifies what makes it distinct amongst Christian churches. It puts a few myths to bed and raises awareness of the work and activities of the church that are often neglected or misrepresented in the media.
I thoroughly commend it.
1 of 1 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
This sounds like it should be a really boring book - but it was brilliant. We read it as part of a sort of Christian book club, and everyone found it fascinating! We have people from all sorts of traditions and it was interesting to all! This is a must read for anyone who has anything to do with the Church of England. It answers questions no one asks because they think they should know - but in fact very few people do. Read it and learn!
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Factual, but fairly interesting
It certainly does well to outline the history in some sense, touching briefly on the major changes in the Church over its history. Read more
Published 21 days ago by Francis T
A must read for anyone interested in the Church of England
I purchased this book as part of my reading for the discernment process for ordained ministry. It is a very accessible book, an easy read and contains information that would be of... Read more
Published 14 months ago by C. Cox
An excellent, comprehensive resource
This is an excellent, highly readable, well explained, and authoritative guide to the Church of England.
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