The Churchmanship Of John Wesley And The Relations Of Wesleyan Methodism To The Church Of England (1878)

By James H. Rigg

Book Overview

The book titled ""The Churchmanship of John Wesley and the Relations of Wesleyan Methodism to the Church of England"" was written by James Harrison Rigg and published in 1878. The book is a comprehensive analysis of the religious beliefs and practices of John Wesley, the founder of the Methodist movement, and the relationship between the Wesleyan Methodist Church and the Church of England.The author, Rigg, was a prominent theologian and historian of the Methodist Church in the 19th century. In this book, he examines the theological and ecclesiological views of John Wesley, particularly his understanding of the sacraments, the nature of the church, and the role of the clergy. Rigg also explores the historical context of Wesley's ministry and the development of the Methodist movement in England.The book also delves into the relationship between the Wesleyan Methodist Church and the Church of England, which was a complex and often contentious issue in the 18th and 19th centuries. Rigg examines the various attempts to reconcile the two churches, including the establishment of a separate Methodist hierarchy and the eventual recognition of Methodist ministers as clergy within the Church of England.Overall, ""The Churchmanship of John Wesley and the Relations of Wesleyan Methodism to the Church of England"" is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history and theology of the Methodist Church and its relationship to the broader Anglican tradition.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1166161064
• ISBN13: 9781166161064
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 146 Pages
• Weight: 0.45 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.3" x 6.0" x 9.0"