Councils of Churches and the Ecumenical Vision: No. 90 (Risk Book Series)
By Unknown Author.
Description
The Ecumenical Movement of the 20th century saw the formation all around the world of voluntary associations of separated and autonomous Christian churches in a defined geographical area which have sought to manifest their fellowship with one another, engage in common witness and service, and advance towards the goal of visible unity. At the dawn of the 21st century, many of these councils of churches face difficult times. This lively introduction describes the history and theological basis of these bodies, notes the tensions often arising within them and discusses three specific contempora...
ISBN(s)
2825413240, 9782825413241
