RT Book
T1 Method in ecumenical theology: the lessons so far
A1 Evans, G.
LA English
PP Cambridge
PB Cambridge University Press
YR 1996
UL https://ixtheo.de/Record/883465213
AB First published in 1996 this book examines the search for unity in the Church. For the previous thirty years pioneering conversations, between pairs of churches or communities, and multilaterally, put forward solutions to old disagreements and began to build a new ecumenical theology. But when it comes to taking actual steps towards unity there is often a drawing-back from the final commitment. G. R. Evans examines the methodology of ecumenical theory and the way it is being taken into the lives of the Churches, from the experience which has been reported so far. This is a necessary stocktaking exercise, as Dr Evans shows that discussions are now so developed that we can list topics which have become recurrent issues. By making judicious use of interdenominational archival material and secondary literature, the author provides a timely resource for all those interested in recent ecumenical progress.
AB Introduction: the 'winter of ecumenism'? -- What is ecumenical theology? -- Changing attitudes and stages in ecumenism -- Communication and dialogue -- Ecumenical language -- Historical method -- The process in close-up -- Ecumenical reception -- Conclusion
NO Title from publisher's bibliographic system (viewed on 05 Oct 2015)
CN BX8.2
SN 9780511520099
K1 Church : Unity.
K1 Theology : Methodology.
K1 Ecumenical Movement
K1 Christian Union
K1 Theology : Methodology
K1 Church : Unity
K1 Church ; Unity
K1 Theology ; Methodology
DO 10.1017/CBO9780511520099