This book looks in detail at the two 'dominical' sacraments which all mainstream churches acknowledge, baptism and holy communion, whilst also examining the other sacraments of the Orthodox and Catholic churches. Coverage includes general ideas of sacraments and ritual, Old Testament practices, the response of Jesus and the Early Church, the growth of sacramental theology up to the Reformation and since, Baptism, Holy Communion, the rites of commitment: confirmation, ordination and marriage, and rites of restoration: healing and reconciliation.
The book concludes by considering whether there are other practices that might be considered sacramental such as deliverance, reverence of icons or preaching.
ISBN: 9780334040200
Catalogue code: N/A
Publisher: SCM PRESS - published 15/04/2006
Format: Paperback