Manual of Forms, for Baptism, Admission to the Communion, Administration of the Lord's Supper, Marriage and Funerals, Ordination of Elders and Deacons, Etc (Classic Reprint) - Softcover
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Notwithstanding the fact that the founders of all the several national branches of the Reformed Church prepared and used written formularies of public worship (as, e. G., Calvin, Knox, the authors of the Dutch and the German Reformed Liturgies, and in the next century Richard Baxter), the genius of Scottish and American Presbyterianism has discarded them as uncongenial, and the matured judgment of our Church has pronounceo them to be inexpedient. The action of our recent Gen eral Assemblies from 1873: to 1875 proves that the mind of the Church is decidedly averse to the recommendation by authority of even the simplest forms for special services. With this jealous care for the freedom and spirituality of the Church the compiler of this little manual is in perfect sympathy.
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Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book explores the historical practice of using written formularies in public worship within the Reformed Church. The author delves into the origins of these formularies, highlighting their use by key figures such as Calvin and the creators of the Dutch and German Reformed Liturgies. The text then contrasts this practice with the evolution of Scottish and American Presbyterianism, where the use of formularies has been largely rejected. The author meticulously examines the debates surrounding the use of formularies in these denominations, highlighting the importance of preserving freedom and spirituality in worship. The book delves into the historical and theological arguments that led to the rejection of prescriptive forms and explores the desire for adaptability and individual expression in religious services. Despite the preference for freedom, the author recognizes the need for some structured guidance in specific ceremonies such as baptism, communion, marriage, and ordination. The book provides a collection of practical forms for these events, drawing from diverse sources including the liturgy of the Reformed (Dutch) Church. The author emphasizes that these forms are designed to support individual congregations while remaining faithful to the doctrinal principles of the Presbyterian Church. This book offers invaluable insight into the historical evolution and theological complexities surrounding the use of formularies in worship, shedding light on the delicate balance between structure and freedom within the Reformed Church. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. Seller Inventory # 9781330690949_0
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