Early Christian Traditions (New Church's Teaching Series)
Early Christian Traditions (New Church's Teaching Series)
Overview
As I was into the third (of eight) chapters [of Rebecca Lyman’s book] I had this strange (Holy Spirit type) feeling that this would be a wonderful book for anyone who has previously completed year three of EFM and would like to revisit the material from a different perspective. (Dick VanderlippeProvince One Educational Ministry Network)Like other books in the series, this is a highly accessible volume, clearly and gracefully presented. It’s accompanied by useful questions for discussion and pertinent suggestions for further reading. Lyman wears her considerable scholarship comfortably, even invitingly. For the general reader, hers is an engaging introduction to the inescapable paradoxes of faith lived out in action, as experienced by our foremothers and fathers. (Episcopal Life)This volume provides not only an excellent introduction to the early church but also an answer to the question of why Anglicans at the dawn of the twenty-first century should be interested in the first five Christian centuries. The author avoids the name, date, battle (or, in this case, dogma) approach to history. She sets Christianity in its context in the ancient world and gives us insights to it both as a persecuted sect and an imperial religion. (Open)Lyman quite aptly describes her book as an ‘historical appetizer.’ As such, it works best as a jumping off point for further discussion and reading in the early history of the Church. Lyman writes, ‘Understanding our past is essential to dreaming our future.’ In this book she has invited her readers to take a first step in such an understanding that will lead to vital, Spirit-filled dreams. (Virginia Theological Seminary Journal)The era of the early Christians is one that perhaps we don’t think of often. . . .Early Christian Traditionspresents a readable and valuable introduction to this period of history. (Christian Library Journal)Lyman aims to give her readers an introduction to the people, places and traditions which are common to all Christian denominations. A useful, all-round evaluation of Christian history, this book would be a useful resource for anyone beginning to study the establishment of the church in the first centuries after Christ. (Theological Book Review)Rebecca Lyman’sEarly Christian Traditionsshould be especially useful to those . . . who know that the early Church is important to Anglicanism but not quite why or how. Lyman’s book is a thoughtful, accurate and highly readable introduction. It reflects the best recent scholarship by giving attention to matters such as diversity in early Christian thought and practice, the roles of women, and the ongoing interdependence of Christianity and Judaism, as well as to familiar issues of creed, liturgy and order. (Anglican Theological Review)This book offers a useful and concise history of the dynamics, issues and activities of the early church. (Resources Hotline)Description
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Overview
As I was into the third (of eight) chapters [of Rebecca Lyman’s book] I had this strange (Holy Spirit type) feeling that this would be a wonderful book for anyone who has previously completed year three of EFM and would like to revisit the material from a different perspective. (Dick VanderlippeProvince One Educational Ministry Network)Like other books in the series, this is a highly accessible volume, clearly and gracefully presented. It’s accompanied by useful questions for discussion and pertinent suggestions for further reading. Lyman wears her considerable scholarship comfortably, even invitingly. For the general reader, hers is an engaging introduction to the inescapable paradoxes of faith lived out in action, as experienced by our foremothers and fathers. (Episcopal Life)This volume provides not only an excellent introduction to the early church but also an answer to the question of why Anglicans at the dawn of the twenty-first century should be interested in the first five Christian centuries. The author avoids the name, date, battle (or, in this case, dogma) approach to history. She sets Christianity in its context in the ancient world and gives us insights to it both as a persecuted sect and an imperial religion. (Open)Lyman quite aptly describes her book as an ‘historical appetizer.’ As such, it works best as a jumping off point for further discussion and reading in the early history of the Church. Lyman writes, ‘Understanding our past is essential to dreaming our future.’ In this book she has invited her readers to take a first step in such an understanding that will lead to vital, Spirit-filled dreams. (Virginia Theological Seminary Journal)The era of the early Christians is one that perhaps we don’t think of often. . . .Early Christian Traditionspresents a readable and valuable introduction to this period of history. (Christian Library Journal)Lyman aims to give her readers an introduction to the people, places and traditions which are common to all Christian denominations. A useful, all-round evaluation of Christian history, this book would be a useful resource for anyone beginning to study the establishment of the church in the first centuries after Christ. (Theological Book Review)Rebecca Lyman’sEarly Christian Traditionsshould be especially useful to those . . . who know that the early Church is important to Anglicanism but not quite why or how. Lyman’s book is a thoughtful, accurate and highly readable introduction. It reflects the best recent scholarship by giving attention to matters such as diversity in early Christian thought and practice, the roles of women, and the ongoing interdependence of Christianity and Judaism, as well as to familiar issues of creed, liturgy and order. (Anglican Theological Review)This book offers a useful and concise history of the dynamics, issues and activities of the early church. (Resources Hotline)Description
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If you have any questions regarding shipping or want to know about the status of an order, please contact us or email to support@stevensbooks.com.
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To be eligible for a return, your item must be unused and in the same condition that you received it. It must also be in the original packaging.
Several types of goods are exempt from being returned. Perishable goods such as food, flowers, newspapers or magazines cannot be returned. We also do not accept products that are intimate or sanitary goods, hazardous materials, or flammable liquids or gases.
Additional non-returnable items:
- Gift cards
- Downloadable software products
- Some health and personal care items
To complete your return, we require a tracking number, which shows the items which you already returned to us.
There are certain situations where only partial refunds are granted (if applicable)
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Items returned to us as a result of our error will receive a full refund,some returns may be subject to a restocking fee of 7% of the total item price, please contact a customer care team member to see if your return is subject. Returns that arrived on time and were as described are subject to a restocking fee.
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If you need to return an item, please Contact Us with your order number and details about the product you would like to return. We will respond quickly with instructions for how to return items from your order.
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