The A to Z of Methodism (The A to Z Guide Series) - Couverture souple

Couverture souple

ISBN 10 : 0810868253 ISBN 13 : 9780810868250

Editeur : Scarecrow Press, 2009

Synopsis

In 2003, Methodists celebrated the 300th anniversary of the birth of their founder, John Wesley. Today, there are more than 300 Methodist denominations in 140 nations. Covering the activities of this group that plays an important role in the ecumenical movement through its many social and charitable activities in world affairs, this book offers more than 400 entries that describe important events, doctrines, and the church founders, leaders, and other prominent figures who have made notable contributions. It also includes? a list of commonly used acronyms? chronology of historical events? introductory essay on the history of Methodism? bibliography? listing of important libraries and depositories of Methodist materialsThe impressive list of contributors includes more than 60 specialists who are academics, administrators, pastors, and theologians.

A propos du livre

À propos de l'auteur

Charles Yrigoyen, Jr. is General Secretary for the General Commission on Archives and History with the United Methodist Church. He teaches history and theology at Drew University and Union Theological Seminary (NY) and has authored and co-authored several publications, including John Wesley: Holiness of Heart and Life. He is on the Board of Directors of the Wesley Works Editorial Project.

Susan E. Warrick is Assistant General Secretary of the General Commission on Archives and History, The United Methodist Church in Madison, NJ.

Détails de l'édition

• Éditeur: Scarecrow Press
• Date d'édition: 2009
• Langue: anglais
• ISBN 10: 0810868253
• ISBN 13: 9780810868250
• Reliure: Broché
• Nombre de pages: 472
• Éditeur: Yrigoyen Jr. Charles
• Coordonnées du fabricant: non disponible
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