From England-
The job of a bishop has changed considerably since the days of the early Church, but the role of Anglican bishops in Britain since the 16th century Reformation has changed a lot less than might be expected.
In Bishops: the Changing Nature of the Anglican Episcopate in Mainland Britain the Revd. Mike Keulemans examines the New Testament and early Fathers to discover the roots of the Episcopal office, how it evolved during the Middle Ages, how it was refocused upon teaching the Faith by the Reformers and how the demands of the Establishment upon it have remained as strong as ever.
The backgrounds and careers of Anglican bishops between 1905 and 2005 are examined in detail. The results of a major survey of clergy, laity and retired bishops on attitudes to the episcopate conducted in 2007 are presented and analyzed. Suggestions for the reform of the episcopate are made and a practical solution offered to solve the conundrum of how to reconcile those who favor women bishops and those who do not.
This work provides a fresh perspective on Anglican bishops and makes the history of the Church of England both readable and absorbing.
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http://www.prweb.com/releases/2012/2/prweb9211086.htm
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