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As the world grows increasingly complex, as society becomes more and more fractured, as from day to day and even moment to moment basic attitudes and convictions shake and personal loyalties shift, human beings need more, not less, good counsel for Christian living. This book reaches into the treasury of Anglican spirituality and draws out pearls of wisdom for today's needs. Here the reader will discover spiritual guides - both clergy and laity - who speak directly to their own hearts, minds, and souls. The Anglican tradition has shown an abiding concern for a holy living that leads to a holy dying; this book offers earnest, practical devotion to inspire and to instruct the Christian pilgrim in the path of discipleship. Here readers will find not simply a general collection of spiritual writings but rather direct words of spiritual counsel. Moreover, readers will encounter passages selected for both their authoritative content and their surpassing beauty. This book takes seriously the Anglican emphasis on a form of religion that quickens the mind, forms the conscience, guides the will, and lifts the spirit. (Lutterworth Press 2010) ... Read more

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Wise Counsel
SPIRITUAL COUNSEL IN THE ANGLICAN TRADITION is just the sort of good thing that can happen when two experienced teachers -- wise, learned, exceptionally well-read, even holy -- put their heads and hearts together.The Editors bring sixty years of actual teaching and scholarly experience into this book.Hein and Henery are entirely qualified in the areas of Church history, theology, philosophy, literature, and spirituality.The book reflects their profound learning and good practical sense of what the reader can use today or tomorrow.I was delighted to find splendid quotations and immediately applicable excerpts from somewhat obscure but important writers and thinkers such as Arthur Stanton (1839-1913), one of the most saintly--and effective--parish clergy England ever produced, or Thomas Wilson (1663-1775), who was for an era considered as important as Bunyan or William Law.And not many people have heard of Austin Farrer (1904-1968), but he was one of the most brilliant Christian thinkers of the 20th century, an Oxford preacher of uncommon power, and (as a matter of fact) C.S. Lewis's confessor.(Yes, the author of MERE CHRISTIANITY made his confession to a priest occasionally.)

Here's some wisdom from someone I've never heard of, Olive Wyon (1890-1966), who had a great ministry to women as well as men:When we pray, we should not plunge immediately "into distracted petitions about our own affairs ... [rather] we shall begin by waiting upon God in quiet faith.Our prayer will be more real, and far more effective, if we remember to make a brief pause for preparation, for a few moments we stop talking, and try to hold ourselves still before God."Such counsel would make for a most difficult effort for most Americans (especially Episcopalians), but it is good counsel nevertheless.

Twenty-five years ago, early on an autumn morning in Wisconsin, I was making my way across a foggy campus to an old familiar library.I met on the walk a tall, unshaven man in hunting clothes.I rather admired his old-fashioned boots and oilcloth jacket.When I asked him if he was lost, the man responded that he was just returning from a coon hunt.I concluded that he was dressed for the part but I asked again if I could assist him in any way.As it turned out, this Kentucky coon hunter happened to be editor of The Living Church magazine, a job for which Yale, Oxford, parish ministry, and seminary teaching equipped him.I am delighted to see that excerpts from the writings of H. Boone Porter (1923-1999) have made it into Hein and Henery's anthology.Porter was a wonderful and brilliant man - and a thorough-going sportsman, to boot!

Of course, Hein and Henery have included many familiar names like Madeline L'Engle, Samuel Johnson, C.S. Lewis, Evelyn Underhill, Dorothy Sayers, Michael Ramsey, Hannah More, and John Donne, to name but a few; but very often the excerpt from a familiar author is unfamiliar and rare.This book is worth owning.The only regrets I have are that (a) I wish it were twice the length and (b) I would've liked an author index (but the bibliography is perfect and thorough).
Chip Prehn
Headmaster of Trinity School of Midland (West Texas)
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A new generation of leadership is emerging within the Anglican Communion. THE FUTURE OF ANGLICAN MINISTRY examines the challenges and opportunities facing these young leaders andAnglicanism more broadly. It explores the nature and shape of Anglican ministry in the new millennium. Designed for those who are considering ordination and those who are in training for the same, it is of appeal to lay leaders as well. ... Read more

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This is the book
If you're looking for the psalter arranged in four-part chant harmony, this is the book.

Heavenly
This edition of the Anglican Chant Psalter is wonderful!Our liturgy has never sounded better! ... Read more

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Covers the historical research which lies behind our liturgies; how our knowledge of ancient liturgies can be judged in the light of our understandings of theology; how dissent is expressed and negotiated; and how the church comes to 'own' a text. ... Read more

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In sum and substance this book is a "Who's Who" of the episcopi vagantes who have appeared in Anglo-American lands during the past sixty years. ... Read more

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Take with a bit of salt
I echo the other reviewers when I say that this book is incredibly important to learning about so-called "wandering bishops" and the movement that they have begun. However, Brandreth was an Anglican and was very unfavorable towards Episcopi Vagantes. He is unusually harsh in his assessments and takes joy in making his biographies unflattering. Having noted that, again, this book is essential because it is information about the movement as it was happening. The photos and charts provided are very important for historical reasons, and provide insight into the early forefathers of Independent Catholicism. Just be sure to read critically.

A Scurrilous Work by a Vicious Gossipmonger, but of Great Historical Interest
This scurrilous work by a vicious gossipmonger and Anglican priest (I pity the parishes under his pastoral care) contains vicious attacks on our early forebears in the independent sacramental movement (which is not to say that many were not at least a couple of sandwiches short of a picnic), and the attacks reveal a lot about the author's character.Many of his theological opinions for doubting the validity of independent orders could be used equally well to invalidate his own Anglican orders.

That being said, one may wonder why I chose to give this 5 stars -- and the reason is that this is one of the extremely few works documenting the movement in the first half of the twentieth century, and even reading between the lines of viciousness, one can learn a lot about the movement.The tables of apostolic succession are indispensable.I find that the footnotes contain a lot of very valuable information.Many of the bishops he listed would have been completely forgotten without him.Even much of the history he recounts is useful if distorted.

So order this book for your library, which won't be complete without it, and get yourself a box of salt to go with it.

Wandering through history...
The book Episcopi Vagantes and the Anglican Church represents an interesting instance of biased reporting, acknowledged as such, that is nonetheless held up as objective and impartial history. Unfortunately, the history of historical scholarship is replete with such examples. Conveniently forgotten in the mists of time are the motivations and intentions behind such works, and it becomes the task for us in succeeding generations to revisit these works to see if the scholarship remains of value.

The jury is still out on judgement for Brandreth's work. First published in 1947, reprinted in 1961, Episcopi Vagantes is both a history and a polemic. The various denominations of Christendom have a history of `not playing nice together', and ironically, the closer in history, style, and general aspect of denominations, the harsher they are toward one another. One gets the sense here of the cliched explanation of why there is always more than one Baptist, Methodist, or other such church in town. One also recalls Swift, and the illustration of warfare over whether it was proper to crack the hard-boiled egg on the top or the bottom.

There are real issues at the heart of Brandreth's work. The term in the title of the book, Episcopi Vagantes, could be translated as vagrant bishops - these are people who have acquired or assumed titles without really having, in many cases, institutions or credentials to back them up. In the Old and Independent Catholic movements throughout the world, but particularly in North America, there is a nearly-inexhaustible diversity of bishops, archbishops, and metropolitans. One of the perennial criticisms of the Old and Independent Catholic movements is that these people often represent no one other themselves and perhaps a handful of followers. In a good number of cases, counting in human terms, this is correct.

This book has supporters - Henry Brandreth was granted access to archives at Lambeth Palace (an official residence of the Archbishop of Canterbury), and one such archbishop praises Brandreth's efforts for `bringing light to bear on this obscure but not unimportant corner of ecclesiastical life.'

One of the problems that Old and Independent Catholics must admit, being honest historians, is that many people who have sought and been granted ministerial orders in the past have been unworthy of these; many have sought orders for personal gain, for personal glory, and sometimes for the ability to deceive or make mischief for their local Anglican, Roman Catholic, or Orthodox communities. Brandreth addresses the issue in his preface to the second edition, after having received commentary and feedback, often in the form of scathing criticism and attack, for the first edition.

Perhaps the most critical line in the entire book is found in this preface. `I believe all the episcopi vagantes to be ecclesiastically in error.' This small phrase sets the framework for the bias in this book. Brandreth admits in the preface that there are honest and true persons, of right intention and action, among this group. However, his admission of this is couched between statements that make it clear he doesn't want to give any individuals or groups the slightest credibility or legitimacy.

Why would a scholar and cleric of the Anglican church care so much about these? It is relatively rare in the course of Anglican history for the Anglican church to make pronouncements on the validity and legitimacy of other Christian bodies, save for purposes of official intercommunion. Perhaps the answer lies in the dealings of the Old Catholics themselves, who often proclaimed their validity as somehow more proper or valid than the Anglicans with whom they wanted to relate. One individual, highlighted in the book, Archbishop Mathew, may have misled the continental Old Catholics into believing that there was a great number of people desperately concerned with validity along historical episcopacy lines (although Mathew may have been more sinned-against than sinning, at least in his original intentions vis-a-vis situation in England); Old Catholics on the continent claim a stronger connection (not without its own controversy) with the See of Rome than the Anglicans maintain in many respects. Mathew's consecration and continuing ecclesiastical odyssey afterward (he ordained and consecrated many people, under different organisational structures and rubrics, during his decades-long tenure as a bishop) created a host of local problems for Anglicans and Roman Catholics.

In an era where communications were slow and verifications hard to do, it may have been difficult for local clergy to verify who had proper credentials. Ultimately, most Old and Independent Catholics did not find a welcome home with most Anglicans or Roman Catholics; sometimes there was open hostility, but more often an active ignoring of the situation.

The lists included in Brandreth's book trace lines of succession from Mathew, Vilatte, Ferrete, Herford, Aftimios, Duarte Costa, and various other lesser lines of succession. These lines have stretched all across the world, onto every continent. Various strands are in communion with each other, and others don't recognise anyone but themselves. Some Old Catholic bodies, such as the Philippine Independent Catholic Church, which arose out of missionary work by many who come from these lines of succession, boasts millions of members. Old Catholics in some places such as Puerto Rico have a good working relationship with local Anglicans and Roman Catholics.

In all, the book Episcopi Vagantes and the Anglican Church is a fascinating read. It must be taken as if one were reading one side of the arguments in a court case; the subtle way Brandreth attacks some of the Old Catholics is worthy of a study in and of itself. Yet, Brandreth does highlight many problems that continue to plague not only Anglican-Old Catholic relationships outside of Europe, but some of the problems that Old and Independent Catholics must recognise and attend to if their churches are to become effective and proper places of the worship of God.

rare resource on a little-known world of church politics
I found this book amazingly helpful during my research for an M.A. in Church History.Brandreth, a Church of England priest, is one of the few people ever to provide an outsider's view of the colorful and sometimes shady world of the "episcopi vagantes" (Latin for "wandering bishops.")

Historically, these were Middle Eastern bishops with no fixed see or jurisdiction--often because they were driven out by Muslim invaders.In modern times, the term describes bishops of doubtful orders--often of doubtful doctrine and conduct as well!

Brandreth spends most of his time considering the legitimacy of many different "vagantes" and the churches which claim descent from them.Though writing on a dry subject, the author livens up his material with anecdotes of "vagantes" he has known.His own opinion is that the "vagantes" don't have valid orders, and that many of them are just status-seekers, who have barely two or three parishioners to their name.For some, though, he has kind words; he considers them sincere and godly men, who are nonetheless deluded about their episcopal status.

Brandreth's book has become increasingly relevant as more and more people have left the mainstream to join the "Continuing Church"--traditionalists who oppose theological and political liberalism.Many of the "Continuing" Bishops trace their orders from the "vagantes."

Why read this book? If you love church history--especially of the quirky variety--then you'll enjoy "Episcopi Vagantes and the Anglican Church."Even non-Anglicans can take pleasure in Brandreth's dry but anecdotal style. ... Read more

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Science and Religion assesses the impact of social, political and intellectual change upon Anglican circles, with reference to Oxford University in the decades that followed the French Revolution and the Napoleonic wars. More particularly, the career of Baden Powell, father of the more famous founder of the Boy Scout movement, offers material for an important case-study in intellectual and political reorientation: his early militancy in right-wing Anglican movements slowly turned to a more tolerant attitude towards radical theological, philosophical and scientific trends. During the 1840s and 1850s, Baden Powell became a fearless proponent of new dialogues in transcendentalism in theology, positivism in philosophy, and pre-Darwinian evolutionary theories in biology. He was for instance the first prominent Anglican to express full support for Darwin's Origin of Species. Analysis of his many publications, and of his interaction with such contemporaries as Richard Whately, John Henry and Francis Newman, Robert Chambers, William Benjamin Carpenter, George Henry Lewes and George Eliot, reveals hitherto unnoticed dimensions of mid-nineteenth-century British intellectual and social life. ... Read more

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Getting the story right

It's one of the cardinal beliefs of the Darwin Legend that prior to the publication of the Origin, there was scarcely any acquaintance with evolution theory among England's scientists or the general public, let alone any favorable opinion.Huxley, Wallace, and George Romanes strongly endorsed this belief as part of their hallelujah to Darwin's originality.In this they followed Darwin, who expressed the same opinion, claiming that although he had talked with many naturalists, never had he found anyone who endorsed evolution.He insisted on this view despite two pre-Origin evolutionists who publicly offered their own defense of evolution as proof to the contrary.More amazing still, he didn't revise his spurious claim to originality, in the closing chapter of Origin, even after he had added, in the 3rd edition, a lengthy statement on transmutation theory prior to the publication of his book.

The articulate response to the Origin clearly exposes the error.In his outstanding study, A Victorian Sensation, James Secord documents the spread of awareness of `transmutation' as England responded to the anonymously published Vestiges of the Natural History of Creation (1844).The present study performs a like service for the period 1820-1860.His focal character, Baden Powell, was Savilian professor of geometry at Oxford from the mid-1820s until his death in 1860.Corsi tracks a progression from Baden Powell's initial apologetics, concerned with reconciling faith and reason, to complete abandonment of any ascription of literal truth to Scripture.What remains is Unitarianism.This position had been available in post-Cromwell England, when it was known as Latitudinarianism (also Deism).Indeed it was continuous among some clergy from that time.But Baden Powell came to it through his endeavor to integrate an evolutionary natural history with faith.Rather than writing an intellectual biography, Corsi uses Baden Powell's placement in English thought to describe the relevant intellectual culture.

England's encounter with transmutation was stimulated by the reception of French evolutionary thought, which the author described in his outstanding study, The Age of Lamarck.One of the earliest expressions of transmutationism was the 1816 anatomical lectures of William Lawrence.J. H. Green in 1824 and Jones Quain in 1830 lectured at the College of Physicians on anatomy and physiology considered from an evolutionary point of view.During this time David Brewster, Robert Grant, and Robert Knox studied transmutationist natural history in France and brought it back with them.Corsi writes: `During the 1830s the debate on the succession of species through the ages of the earth became a central feature of the natural sciences.Awareness of French developments created great anxiety among British intellectuals, in particular the Christian apologists.It could indeed be argued that the first phase of the debate on species in Britain represented the reaction to new trends in French science' (p. 228).One such response was Peter Mark Roget's Animal and Vegetable Creation Considered with Reference to Natural Theology 1834.Roget endorsed Geoffroy Saint-Hilaire's theory of unity of composition and endorsed Serres-Tiedemann theory of embryonic recapitulation of evolutionary phylogenesis.Yet he maintained that species were immutable--clearly a precarious position.

Corsi is in agreement with Secord that the anonymous publication of the Vestiges introduced a strong stimulus to scholarly natural history as well as exciting enormous public interest.The book innovated by arguing the case for natural history uncompromised by any concessions to religious doctrine and by setting out the story, beginning with the nebular hypothesis of the origin of the solar system, and continuing to the origin and evolution of life, including the primate origin of the human species.The author, Robert Chambers, endorsed non-catastrophic continuous variation in the geological record and rejected the interpretation of the fossil record which showed long periods of stasis interrupted by sudden introduction of new species.This was the dominant view among French authors; and it was adopted by Darwin.The theological question Chambers resolved by opting for a superintending Providence that set natural laws and then did not intervene.(This is basically the Cartesian-Spinozist position at the basis of Deism).Corsi states: `the question of species was discussed with full awareness of the epistemological, cosmological and theological issues involved . . . the question of species became the highly publicized ground for the confrontation between those who believed that nature was governed by laws, and those who insisted on the continuous intervention of God in natural and human affairs'.A canvass of the views of Whewell, Lyell, Brewster, Sedgwick and other leading lights shows the variety of positions taken to prevent slippage into the unbearable materialism that Chambers' position seemed to imply.Lyell is perhaps the most interesting of these authors because he wished avoid accepting species evolution, especially the natural origin of man (with its materialist implication) but at the same time wished to avoid acknowledging divine intervention anywhere in the natural scheme of things.That takes fancy footwork, including silences and evasion.

It's indicative of how much there is to learn about the history of evolutionary thought that so few science historians, let alone Neo-Darwinians, recognize Baden Powell's name and contributions.Yet he claimed to have forestalled Chambers' position and identified it with his own (p. 274).Corsi is to be commended and thanked for this outstanding contribution. But it's a pity that the Cambridge Press has priced the book out of the market.
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This book is the first systematic attempt to describe a coherent and comprehensive Anglican understanding of Church. Rather than focusing on one school of thought, Dr Locke unites under one ecclesiological umbrella the seemingly disparate views that have shaped Anglican reflections on Church. He does so by exploring three central historical developments: the influence of Protestantism; the Anglican defence of episcopacy; and the development of the Anglican practice of authority. Dr Locke demonstrates how the interaction of these three historical influences laid the foundations of an Anglican understanding of Church that continues to guide and shape Anglican identity; he shows how this understanding of Church has shaped recent Anglican ecumencial dialogues with Reformed, Lutheran, Orthodox and Roman Catholic Churches. Drawing on the principle that dialogue with those who are different can lead to greater self-understanding and self-realization, Dr Locke demonstrates that Anglican self-identiy rests on firmer ecclesiological foundations than is sometimes supposed. ... Read more

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Although the Ten Commandments have been the center of much recent controversy in American politics, scripture contains many laws about which Christians are perplexed. If the Bible contains laws, shouldn't those laws be followed? What does the law that prohibits reaping a harvest to the very edges of your field mean in modern times? Or, what about God's prohibition, in Leviticus not to round off the hair on your temples or to mar the edges of your beard? The Decalogue and the Holiness Code in Leviticus contain guidelines to ethical behavior that originally helped to shape a covenant community and have meaning in us today.

In the newest addition to the Conversations with Scripture series, Kevin Wilson offers fresh insights into the meaning of the Law for today. In chapters that explore the Law in Exodus and Leviticus, Wilson examines the historical and cultural contexts of these legal codes. He discusses rituals such as sacrifice and rituals related to purification from defilement. Wilson demonstrates the ways in which the temple priests used many of these laws as their own code of purity and their own method of enforcing purity in the covenant community.

As with other books in the series, Wilson's book features definitions and sidebars in each chapter on particular topics, as well as study questions. ... Read more

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In 1898 the Church of England was shaken to its roots by the then Pope's declaration that Anglican orders of ministry were 'null and void'. This threatened to create an unbridgeable gulf between the two Churches, yet some Anglicans responded creatively by demonstrating their loyalty and fidelity to Rome - the movement was known as Anglican Papalism and it laid the foundation for new respect and fresh dialogue that culminated in the friendlier message Vatican II. Anglo-Catholic readers will value this illustrated history of a small but powerful and characterful movement within Anglo-Catholicism. ... Read more

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Jewel L. Spangler is Assistant Professor of History at the University of Calgary and a former assistant editor of The Papers of James Madison.

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Very excellent book on non-Catholic religions
This is a very excellent book on a Catholic layman's view on non-Catholic religions. Mr. Whalen has been updating this book since the late 1950s. The book has progressed since before the Second Vatican Council and, as the Roman Catholic Church has changed its view on non-Catholic religions, so has the book.
Mr. Whalen has enlisted the cooperation of spokespeople of the other religions.
This is a good book for Catholics seeking to know what other religions believe through the lens of a Catholic layman. It is also an excellent book for people of other religions to see what Catholics believe about their religion and other religions.

Balanced and Scholarly
Though written from a Roman Catholic perspective, few comparative religion studies are as balanced as this classic work.As a former Presbyterian I was especially interested in the section on Presbyterian denominations and was thrilled to find such detail in such concise form. This works exceeds even similar works by Presbyterian authors I have read. Concise yet thorough and immensely fair, this work delivers where so many others have failed. For depth of research and balanced explanation, there is no finer work. A must have for anyone hoping to unravel the major religions and Protestant denominations in America. Of course, describing Protestant denominations alone is a challenge since it is an attempt to hit a moving target - so often they morph and branch into the plethora of contradictory views. Yet Dr. Whalen has managed to organize and convey the key distinctives in Protestantism and also take on other non-Christian-based religions at the same time. A tall order filled in a relative small package of objective study. Very well done.

Comprehensive and informative, but perhaps reaching TOO far?
In this book Mr.Whalen attempted to give a detailed overview of the various protestant churches and other religious movements in the US. It was originally written in 1958 and updated in 1978 and again in 2002. Overall I think it serves it's purpose, It gives a detailed view of churches such as the Anglican and Lutheran, as well as many of the newer movements such as the pentecostal churches. It also details cultish movements such as the Jehovah's Witnesses and the Mormons. The point where I think the book fails is that the author then goes on to discuss the Orthodox Churches, which are generally in line with Rome, and not too far from the fold. So the Chapter was short and didn't do these Churches justice. He also discusses Judaism and Islam, as well as Buddhism. Those three chapters really seemed like a rushed hack job, and seemed thoroughly out of place with the rest of the book. Yes, they are religious groups in the US, but I think the Author would have done better to stick to those groups that have strayed directly from the Catholic fold rather than just willy nilly covering everyone. The Chapters on Judaism and Islam did not do either religion any justice, and the chapter on Judaism smacked of anti-semitism. Maybe I'm being too sensitive? I don't know.By now with the developments of Episcopalians appointing a gay bishop and suck the book is a little out of date in its optimism of reconciliation, but overall it was a great, comprehensive and quick read for those looking to learn more about protestant movements in the US. Because of the chapters on Judaism and Islam being unnecessary and somewhat offensive I will have to dock the rating and so I shall give this book 3.5/5 points.

Concise, informative, and tries hard to be fair
Separated Brethren is a nice compendium of information on the wide range of Faiths outside of the Roman Catholic Church.William Whalen is to be commended on his efforts to be matter-of-fact, and in most cases, succeeds at tempering bias.The book is an engaging read, full of information, well balanced, and broad in scope.

There are a few instances where the text contains implied judgement.Particular scorn is reserved for the Mormans (as would, of course, be fitting for such a religion that has the gall to call itself Christian).Whalen cannot resist the occasional contrast against Roman Catholicism, and I got the impression that apologists for the various Faiths described would not have focussed quite so much on certain aspects.

Nevertheless, it must be recognized that this is a book written to assist Catholics in ecumenical and interfaith understanding, rather than a purportedly unbiased review of religions.As such, it is perfectly acceptable to feel the loss of critical aspects of the Catholic Faith within those religions that derive from the Mother Church.

As a side note, since some Baptists claim their church "pre-dates Christ," I suspect they would be quite offended by their place on the "Christian Family Tree" in Whalen's book.I also suspect that when even the Pope recognizes Eastern Orthodoxy as "the second lung" of The Church, the placement of the Eastern Orthodox church on a branch would cause significant resentment.

Finally, most notably lacking in the book was treatment of the Traditionalist Catholics.Their claim is that the second largest denomination in America is "Catholics who left after Vatican II."While SSPX might be relatively small in America, I would consider their presence at least as worthy of note as "The Old Catholics."

Essential reading for any Christian
Of all the books on my shelf, Wm. Joseph Whalen's Separated Brethren is among the most instructive and the least dispensable. This is the first book I bought after converting to Catholicism, but that is not why I treasure it. Its pages are now yellowed and its cover worn, but I treasure it because it has everything I want in a book. It is concise, easy to read, gripping and addresses an issue that anyone who seeks truth should examine if he is truly sincere in his search. Which Church is the true one? Whalen answers this clearly by presenting the facts of history.

Whalen's Separated Brethren is not apologetic in style, but it is apologetic in effect as it enumerates with certainty the post-apostolic origins of non-Catholic, Christian religions. Like Foxe's Book of Martyrs? Read this. You will be blown away when you see the other side of the coin. Are you a Christian who would like to see the early Church restored? Read this and find that She never died. She is, perhaps, unrecognizable, but only because She has grown more wise and beautiful.

Whalen also brings together in one volume the teachings of all the mainline Protestant traditions, as well as some cults and some non-Christian traditions. I would like this book to be in the hands of every Catholic who thinks that it doesn't matter which church you go to. They are NOT all the same.

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The first comprehensive book on the art and architecture of the Anglican (Episcopal) Church, will serve to many as an eye-opener that will dazzle and excite the senses and the mind. The Anglican Church has some of the greatest works of religious art in the world, but these treasures have not been widely publicized. Much of it is hidden away in nooks and crannies of small churches across the globe. With the tenacity of detectives, Simpson and Eatman have uncovered and present to us here a treasury of startlingly beautiful work.

A Treasury of Anglican Art features eight centuries of exquisite art and architecture, glorious works fashioned from the finest materials available, resulting in delicate fabrics, fine stained glass, icons, illuminated manuscripts, metalwork, mosaics, paintings, sculpture, and works in wood. Masterpieces from such old masters as Rubens and Canaletto are represented; as are great works from more modern artists, such as John Singer Sargent, N.C. Wyeth, Graham Sutherland, Sir Basil Spence, Sir Jacob Epstein, Edward Burne-Jones, A.W.N. Pugin, L.C. Tiffany, H.H. Richardson, and Henry Moore.
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This will make one proud to be an Anglican (Episcopalian)
This book is a must for every Episcopalianand would make a wonderful Christmas present (especiallyfor your favorite Episcopal priests!) The Anglican Communion is the largest world wide body of Christians after the Roman Catholic Church -- but is not nearly as well known in the United States .The unfortunate media coverage which our beloved church has received recentlymakes it seem like a loony liberal cult rather than the heir of a magnificent Christian trqadition.The beautifulphotographed pictures and well written descriptions ofart and architecture throughout the Anglican world is sorely needed during this time of uncertainty and division between traditionalists and revisionistswithin our church.Just viewing these beautiful pages is just the right prescription for all Anglicans to remind us of what is truly lasting and essential, and puts the right perspective on the petty and self servingtransitory "issues" which so preoccupy so many of the American Church hierarchy.Get this book today -- you will be glad you did!

A Good General Overview
The volume is a good introduction to a neglected aspect of religious art.The range is good although there are some notable omissions.The contribution of many of the womens' religious communities could have had a little more coverage as many were famous for their artwork as well as their contributions to the Gothic Revival and Arts and Crafts movements.There are a few technical problems with the book in that at least 17 of the illustrations are reproduced in reverse i.e. in mirror image. The western rose window of the Cathedral of St. John the Divine on pg. 24 is upside down.The frontispiece illustration is incorrectly identified as by Raphael, it is one of the Barbarini tapestries illustrating the life of Christ, the illustration on pg. 68 is not from the Litlyington missal (it looks like a 13th text on Gregory the Great?), the caption on pg. 157 'monastic' should read 'canonical' as York Minster was never a monastic cathedral, it was served by secular canons.

Beautiful Survey of Anglican - with a few surprises!
Most people are familiar with the sacred art of the Catholic Church - but few realize that the Anglican Communion has made a significent contribution as well - particulary in the 19th century when Sacred art elsewhere as stagnent or waning. From the stain glass of Tiffany to the sculpture of August Saint-Guadens, Anglican Churches, particular those in America, set the standard. But this book also covers much more - the from ancient English cathedrals to small chapels in the Caribbean there is suprise on every page.It is especailly refreshing to see so many contemporar works that are carrying on this tradition and at the same time, paving new ground. my only "problem" with this book is it did not contain Fred. Hart's beautiful carvings at the National Cathedral in Washington -no only one of the great works of Sacred art in recent years, but probably one of the most overlooks masterworks of the 20th century ... Read more