The Wiley-Blackwell Companion to the Anglican Communion |
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| Editor:
| Markham, Ian S.
Hawkins, J. Barney
Terry, Justyn
Steffensen, Leslie Nuñez |
| Series title: | Wiley-Blackwell Companions to Religion Ser. |
| ISBN: | 978-1-299-31396-5 |
| Publication Date: | Jan 2013 |
| Publisher: | John Wiley & Sons, Limited
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| Imprint: | Wiley-Blackwell |
| Book Format: | Ebook |
| List Price: | USD $198.50 |
Book Description:
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This uniquely comprehensive reference work provides a global account of the history, expansion, diversity, and contemporary issues facing the Anglican Communion, the worldwide body that includes all followers of the Anglican faith.An insightful and wide-ranging treatment of this dynamic global faith, offering unrivalled coverage of its historical development, and the religious and ethical questions affecting the church todayExplores every aspect of this vibrant religious community -...
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This uniquely comprehensive reference work provides a global account of the history, expansion, diversity, and contemporary issues facing the Anglican Communion, the worldwide body that includes all followers of the Anglican faith.An insightful and wide-ranging treatment of this dynamic global faith, offering unrivalled coverage of its historical development, and the religious and ethical questions affecting the church todayExplores every aspect of this vibrant religious community - from analyzing its instruments of Unity, to its central role in interfaith communicationSpans the Anglican Communion's long history through to 21st century debates within the church on such issues as sexual-orientation of clergy, and the pastoral role of women Features a substantial articles on the Church's 44 provinces, including a brief history of eachBrings together a distinguished and international team of contributors, including some of the world's leading Anglican commentators