The Shape of the Ministry

by Hugh Melinsky and M. A. H. Melinsky

This is a comprehensive and balanced overall view of the ordained ministry. The first three parts of this book trace the theological roots of ordination in the Bible and early church, with a brief survey of its historical development to the present time. In the last two parts, the author deals with a number of current issues in the light of this long and rich tradition. The main perspective is Anglican, but this is set within the context of the church...

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1853110477
• ISBN13: 9781853110474
• Release Date: July 2012
• Publisher: Canterbury Press Norwich
• Length: 318 Pages
• Weight: 0.81 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.7" x 5.5" x 8.5"