The Transformation of Anglicanism: From State Church to Global Communion - Softcover

Sachs, William L.

Softcover

ISBN 10: 0521526612 ISBN 13: 9780521526616

Publisher: Cambridge University Press, 2010

Synopsis

This book examines the various contexts - historical, social, cultural, and ideological - which have shaped the modern efforts of the Anglican tradition at self-understanding. The author's thesis is that modernity and world mission have changed Anglicanism in ways that are deep and pervasive, just as other Christian traditions have also been profoundly affected by worldwide extension. In the case of the Anglican tradition, however, a distinctive way of relating Christianity to local culture and a distinctive kind of indigenous leader produced a church identity different from other forms of Christendom. Dr Sachs' aim is to contrast Anglicanism both with the style of Roman Catholicism and with the characteristically Protestant emphasis upon individual conversion apart from concern for the Church and its tradition.

About this title

Book Description:

This much-needed book examines the impact of modernity upon Anglicanism and shows how modern circumstances gave the Church both challenges to overcome and opportunities for expansion.

About this edition

• Publisher: Cambridge University Press
• Publication date: 2010
• ISBN 10: 0521526612
• ISBN 13: 9780521526616
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 398