Notes on Ecclesiology

by T.E. Peck

Excerpt from Notes on Ecclesiology

The most of these "Notes" were printed in 1880 by the students of Union Theological Seminary in Virginia, exclusively for their own use. They are now published for the first time. About fifty pages have been added, the additional matter consisting of the expansion of the hints on "Apostolical Succession" and of a short chapter on "The Deacon's Office".

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209 pages, Paperback

First published April 13, 2012

Reviews

[Zack]

This is a great series of essays. I especially enjoyed the illustrative parallels and biblical exposition of the powers of church and of state, under God.

[Benjamin]

A classic statement of the Southern Presbyterian doctrine of the church. This book suffers somewhat from being "Notes," in the sense that in many places one could hope for a fuller discussion of the issues. But Peck is clear. The two most extended chapters, on apostolic succession and on the relationship of church and state, are worth the price of the book. It would be nice to see this newly typeset and with full and up-to-date citations, because Peck cites many works that are accessible today, if at all, only in obscure libraries, or perhaps on the internet.

[Tim Miller]

Incredible book on Presbyterian Ecclesiology. The only lull for me was Chapter 11 in examining and critiquing the Roman Church. Was well done, but my particular interest was on the workings of the Presbyterian church, which did not disappoint. Of particular enjoyment was the last half of the book: The Powers of Church vs State, Congregationalism vs Presbyterianism, Officers (esp. the Deacon), and Courts. Much meat here, to which I will return.

[Jonathan]

A concise version of Bannerman's "Church of Christ." Bannerman is easier to read but Peck is straight to the point. This is a great source of key definitions, such as the definition of the Church, of Presbyterianism, and the offices of elder and deacon. The book was good but Bannerman is better.