Historical Dictionary of Ecumenical Christianity

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Author: Ans Joachim Van der Bent

ISBN-10: 0810828537

ISBN-13: 9780810828537

Category: Religious Biography - Reference

This historical dictionary covers the major trends in the 20th century ecumenical movement until today. It deals with developments in the realms of church unity, mission and evangelism, laity, women in church and society, and many other ecumenical subjects. It also covers many programs and activities of the World Council of Churches since its inception in 1948. The longer articles survey important theological themes while short articles provide quick reference on a precise question. The...

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Covers developments in the realms of church unity, mission and evangelism, laity, women in church and society, and many other ecumenical subjects. Booknews Dictionary that covers the major trends in the 20th century ecumenical movement, and deals with developments in the realms of church unity, mission and evangelism, church and society, dialogue with people of living faiths, education, laity, women in church and society, and other ecumenical subjects. It also covers many programs and activities of the World Council of Churches since its inception in 1948. The longer articles survey important theological themes while short articles provide quick reference on precise questions. The dictionary is particularly strong on American subjects and includes a great number of ecumenical personalities which cannot be found in other reference works. Annotation c. Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com)

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