An introduction to world Methodism
The world Methodist community now numbers over 75 million people in more than 130 countries. The story of Methodism is fascinating and multi-faceted because there are so many distinct traditions within it, some stemming directly from Britain and some arising in the United States. In this book, the a...
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| Format: | Print Book |
| Language: | English |
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Cambridge [u.a.]
Cambridge Univ. Press
2005
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| In: | Year: 2005 |
| Reviews: | An introduction to world Methodism. By Kenneth Cracknell and Susan J. White. Pp. xiii+283 incl. 15 ills. Cambridge: Cambridge University Press, 2005. £45 (cloth), £16.99 (paper). 978 0 521 81849 0; 0 521 81849 4; 978 0 521 52170 3; 0 521 52170 X (2006) (Forsaith, Peter)
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| Edition: | 1. publ. |
| Series/Journal: | Introduction to religion
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| Standardized Subjects / Keyword chains: | B
Methodism (motif)
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| IxTheo Classification: | KDG Free church |
| Further subjects: | B
Methodism
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| Summary: | The world Methodist community now numbers over 75 million people in more than 130 countries. The story of Methodism is fascinating and multi-faceted because there are so many distinct traditions within it, some stemming directly from Britain and some arising in the United States. In this book, the authors address the issue of what holds all Methodists together and examine the strengths and diversity of an influential major form of Christian life and witness. They look at the ways in which Methodism has become established throughout the world, examining historical and theological developments, and patterns of worship and spirituality, in their various cultural contexts. The book reflects both the lasting contributions of John and Charles Wesley, and the on-going contribution of Methodism to the ecumenical movement and inter-religious relations. It offers both analysis and abundant resources for further study. |
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| Item Description: | Includes bibliographical references (p. 268-275) and indexes |
| Physical Description: | XIII, 283 S., Ill., 24 cm |
| ISBN: | 052152170X |