Name: From Apostles to Bishops: The Development of the Episcopacy in the Early Church
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From Apostles to Bishops: The Development of the Episcopacy in the Early Church

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In this book distinguished theologian, teacher and writer Francis Sullivan examines the origins and development of the episcopacy in the early church. One of the issues he concentrates on in particular is the church-dividing character of the question whether bishops are the successors of the apostles by divine institution, with the consequence that valid ministry depends on ordination by bishops in the historical apostolic succession. Ecumenical dialogues have produced no agreement on this matter. On the one hand Catholics, Orthodox and most Anglicans teach that episcopal ordination in the apostolic succession is necessary for valid orders and ministry. But Protestants insist that there is no evidence in the New Testament for a divine institution of the episcopate. Using primary sources, Sullivan explores evidence for the development of the episcopate, first in the New Testament, then in Christian writings up to the middle of the third century. His thought-provoking work will be welcomed by professional theologians and serious students of theology, for whom it will prove to be an important resource for further ecclesiological study. †

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Manufacturer	The Newman Press	Author	Sullivan, Francis A.
Brand	Newman Press	NumberOfItems	1
Item Weight	1.32 Pounds	ItemDimensions	6 x 1 x 9.5Inches
binding	Hardcover	Amazon Category	Books » Christian Books & Bibles » Christian Living » Christian Leadership
Amazon Category	Books » Christian Books & Bibles » Christian Ministry & Church Leadership » Christian Church History	Amazon Category	Books » Christian Books & Bibles » Christian Ministry & Church Leadership » Christian Canon Law
Amazon Category	Books » Christian Books & Bibles » Protestantism » Episcopalian Christianity	Amazon Category	Books » Christian Books & Bibles » Christian Worship & Devotion » Worship Sacraments
Amazon Category	Books » Christian Books & Bibles » Christian Church & Bible History	Amazon Category	Books » History » World History » Religious History » History of Christianity
Amazon Category	Books » Religion & Spirituality » Religious Studies » Religious Leadership	ISBN	0809105349
EAN	9780809105342

Weight	1.32 lbs

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