An Introduction to the Episcopal Church

by J.B. Bernardin

This classic resource, first published in 1935, offers an enlightening overview of the Episcopal Church, including its fascinating history and lore, and information about the church year, buildings, symbolism, vestments and customs. The author also explores the Episcopal Church’s government, doctrine, and sacraments, as well as its view of the Bible and prayer, and moral law.

Genres: Religion, Theology, History

132 pages, Paperback

First published January 1, 1935

About the author

See "Joseph Buchanan Bernardin"

Reviews

[Robert · Rating 4 out of 5]

This was the kind of book I sought when I returned to the church. The book does a good job of presenting the church to those who seek to understand things but who are not going to be religious scholars. Customs, prayers, etc. are all examined.

[Kay Feather · Rating 4 out of 5]

As someone who was not raised Christian let alone Episcopalian, I found this book to be an excellent resource for the basic history of the church. It also explains the reasoning behind some of the rituals practiced, an example being what the different altar cloth colors mean.