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    Welcome to the Episcopal Church: An Introduction to Its History, Faith, and Worship

    By Christopher L. Webber and Frank T. Griswold

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    The perfect book for new church members and anyone interested in the past, present, and future of Episcopalianism.
     
    For inquirers and new members, as well as current parishioners who may be unfamiliar with some of the Church’s history, beliefs, and practices, this introduction to the history, polity, spirituality, worship, and outreach of the Episcopal Church is an easy-to-read guide that includes study questions at the end of each chapter—making it an excellent resource for adult parish study and inquirers’ classes. 
     
    Included are chapters on:
    History of the Episcopal Church
    Worship Traditions
    What We Believe
    Reading the Bible
    Spiritual Life
    The Organization of the Church
    Mission and Outreach
    LanguageEnglish
    PublisherOpen Road Integrated Media
    Release dateDec 1, 1999
    ISBN9780819225207
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    Welcome to the Episcopal Church: An Introduction to Its History, Faith, and Worship
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    Christopher L. Webber

    Christopher L. Webber, a graduate of Princeton University and the General Theological Seminary in New York, is an Episcopal priest who has led urban, rural, and overseas parishes. He is the author of several books, including Welcome to Christian Faith,Beyond Beowulf, and A Year with American Saints, co-authored with Lutheran Pastor G. Scott Cady. Webber grew up in Cuba, New York, and lives in San Francisco.

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