Discover the hidden treasures of the Ethiopian Bible, a text that has fascinated scholars, theologians, and historians for centuries. The Lost Books of the Ethiopian Bible by Ephraim Yared delves deep into the mystical and profound journey of these ancient scriptures, offering readers an unparalleled exploration of a canon that remains shrouded in mystery and intrigue.In this meticulously researched work, author Ephraim Yared takes you on an enlightening journey through the rich tapestry of Ethiopian Christianity. From the dawn of Christianity in Ethiopia to the painstaking process of canon formation, this book unravels the complex history and significance of these sacred texts. You'll explore the stories of the individuals and communities who played pivotal roles in preserving these writings, ensuring their survival through centuries of turmoil and change.
Unveiling Hidden Treasures
Journey into the depths of the Ethiopian Bible and uncover the lost books that have remained hidden from the broader Christian world. Learn about the unique texts that set this canon apart from others, offering fresh perspectives on familiar biblical narratives.
Historical Context
Understand the historical backdrop against which these books were written and compiled. Explore the vibrant cultural and religious landscape of ancient Ethiopia and how it influenced the formation of the Ethiopian biblical canon.
Influential Figures
Meet the scholars, monks, and religious leaders who dedicated their lives to preserving and interpreting these sacred texts. Their stories of devotion and perseverance add a human element to the grand narrative, highlighting the enduring significance of these works.
Theological Insights
Gain fresh perspectives on familiar biblical themes and narratives through the lens of the Ethiopian canon. Discover how these texts offer unique theological insights that enrich the understanding of Christianity and its diverse traditions.
Cultural Richness
Immerse yourself in the rich cultural heritage of Ethiopia, a land where Christianity took root early and flourished uniquely. Learn about the traditions, rituals, and artistic expressions that are intertwined with the Ethiopian Bible, adding depth and color to its stories.
Comparative Analysis
Engage in a comparative analysis of the Ethiopian biblical canon with other Christian canons. Understand the differences in content, language, and theological interpretation, and appreciate the diversity within the Christian tradition.
Global Influence
Examine the global impact of the Ethiopian Bible, from its influence on early Christianity to its role in contemporary theological and academic discussions. Discover how these ancient texts continue to inspire and inform believers around the world.
Extensive Research
Benefit from the extensive research and scholarly rigor that underpins this book. Ephraim Yared's dedication to uncovering every detail ensures that readers receive a comprehensive and authoritative account of the lost books of the Ethiopian Bible.
Whether you're a scholar, a theology enthusiast, or simply curious about the lesser-known aspects of Christian history, The Lost Books of the Ethiopian Bible offers a captivating and enriching read. Dive into a world of ancient wisdom, spiritual depth, and historical intrigue that will leave you both enlightened and inspired.

In the Church's Teachings for a Changing World series, visionary Episcopal thinkers and leaders have teamed up to revitalize the classic resource with fresh new voices and style, concise and clear enough for newcomers, yet grounded and thoughtful enough for seminarians and leaders.

In this volume, seminary dean and popular blogger Thomas Ferguson traces the history of Christianity, with a special focus on the rise of the Anglican Communion and the birth and continual rebirth of The Episcopal Church. Explore how we got here and where we might be going.

In the Church's Teachings for a Changing World series, visionary Episcopal thinkers and leaders have teamed up to revitalize this series with fresh voices and style, making it grounded and thoughtful enough for seminarians and leaders, yet concise and clear enough for newcomers.

A leading thinker and vibrant presence at the intersection of church and world, Winnie Varghese explores the what, how, and why of Episcopal engagement with contemporary social issues. Like the master of the household in Jesus' parable (Matthew 13:52) who brings out of his treasure what is new and what is old, Varghese leads readers to discover theological resources from generations past and how they help to guide our action around thorny issues like racial justice, gender and sexuality, economic disparity, definitions of family, the environment, and much more.

Winner of a 2019 Illumination Book Award for Theology

Take a journey through The Book of Common Prayer, the Christian life, and basic beliefs of our faith, guided by two Episcopal priests--Scott Gunn and Melody Wilson Shobe. Walk through the liturgical year, the sacraments of the church, habits of daily prayer, and the teachings of Anglican Christianity. See how our prayer shapes our belief and our lives and how our beliefs lead us into a deeper relationship with Jesus Christ.

An indispensable resource that supports vestry members and clergy in their ministry.

Trusted by tens of thousands of vestry members, wardens, and rectors, The Vestry Handbook is the indispensable guide to the day-to-day functions of an Episcopal parish. The handbook includes explanations of leadership roles and organizational structure, parish finances, building maintenance, tax considerations, elections, the spiritual lives of vestry members, and more.

This new fourth edition responds to the changing needs of Episcopal churches with additional coverage of diversity and inclusion, new guidance for parish finances, and advice tailored to small congregations. The volume has been updated throughout to reflect the current canons of the Episcopal Church.

A straightforward, easy-to-understand introduction to the Episcopal Church.

What are we as Episcopalians? This concise booklet explores five main areas of Episcopal life: identity, authority, spirituality, temperament, and polity. A great introduction to the Episcopal way of thinking in readable prose for any newcomer or seeker in the Episcopal Church who may wonder what makes Episcopalians different than Roman Catholics or other protestants.

This second supplement to The Hymnal 1982 is an eclectic collection of two hundred hymns and spiritual songs, including a large selection of service music and devotional pieces. It is a valuable resource for worship, parish functions, and home use. The sturdy paperback pew edition contains all necessary accompaniments.

There are additional hymns for Advent, Holy Week, Baptism, Ordinations, and Funerals as well as for healing, mission, unity, and peace. There are a dozen bilingual hymns and another dozen from Lift Every Voice and Sing II. The service music section contains twenty-nine new canticle settings including six Glorias, two Te Deums, A Song of Wisdom and A Song of Pilgrimage from Supplemental Liturgical Materials. There are two sets of Gospel Acclamations based on hymn tunes for the seasons of Easter and Epiphany. In addition there are twenty-nine selections of other liturgical and devotional music that includes table graces, rounds, acclamations, and selections of Music from Taize.

This classic book on sewing linens for the church explains the materials and equipment needed, a variety of hemming options, special instructions on the small linens such as purificators and palls, working with fair linens, white work embroidery, and caring for church linens. New to this edition are directions for rolled hems, chalice veils, more specific directions and an improved worksheet for planning shrinkage, special advice specifically for beginners, an updated Sources and Resources section, and new patterns.

The authorized hymnal for the Episcopal Church with durable, beautiful, covered spiral binding especially created for music stands, organ, and piano music racks. This edition provides accompaniment for all hymns and service music and contains an appendix of additional service music. It comes in two volumes -- one of hymns and one of service music.

In this volume of the New Church's Teaching Series, Mark McIntosh introduces the great mysteries of the Christian faith.

My Faith, My Life is a trusted confirmation curriculum for the Episcopal Church.

The Five Marks of Mission and what it means to be a disciple of Christ will be a focus of this updated version, which also models student-centered learning as opposed to teacher-driven instruction. For teen study and confirmation preparation, this book can serve as a curriculum for helping teens discover Scripture, church history, sacraments, the meaning and practice of prayer, and what ministry means in the lives of real teens today. A framework for small-group gatherings for each chapter is included as a new section in the back of the book.

Newly revised commemorations for saints and occasions throughout the church year, updated as a result of changes from General Convention 2024.​

Lesser Feasts and Fasts supplements the Book of Common Prayer with material to commemorate numerous saints and occasions. This 2024 version of Lesser Feasts and Fasts includes new commemorations authorized by the General Convention of the Episcopal Church in 2024.

All are made in the image and likeness of God. If this is what we believe, then trans people, like all people, reflect something of God, and not just in the ways that they share in common with others, but also in the ways that they are different. They remind us that God is beyond all of our categories, even gender. In this book, Tara Soughers explores theology from the position of a trans ally-a parent of a trans young adult as well as priest. What does it mean about God and about humans, that there is not a strict gender binary? How can we affirm and include what we have learned about the permeability of boundaries to affirm those whose path does not follow traditional cultural stereotypes, and how might the broadening help us to understand the God who is never two for Christians, but both one and three? What gifts does this broader understanding bring to the church?

Introduces and explains church music and congregational singing for beginners.

Music is an essential element in Anglican worship; in fact, The Hymnal 1982 is used in virtually every Episcopal service of worship that involves singing. While most parishioners participate in music making at some level (such as singing hymns or common responses), fewer people might understand the specific genres that comprise the music of an Episcopal worship service or the liturgical meaning behind each selection. This book provides a more in-depth understanding of this rich and complex tradition, discussing the history and evolution of music within the Episcopal Church, including its Anglican roots.

This book is designed to help clarify-and simplify-the importance of hymn singing and service music in Episcopal worship, as well as explain the history, structure, and content of The Hymnal 1982.making at some level (such as singing hymns or common responses), fewer people might understand the specific genres that comprise the music of an Episcopal worship service or the liturgical meaning behind each selection. This book provides a more in-depth understanding of this rich and complex tradition, discussing the history and evolution of music within the Episcopal Church, including its Anglican roots.

The everything-you-need to know adult guide to the Episcopal Church.
This updated and revised edition incorporates new initiatives and changes in the Episcopal Church, including marriage, inclusion of LBGTQ+ persons, Presiding Bishop Michael Curry's call to join the Jesus Movement, and taking our faith out into the world. A Leader Guide is included in this revised edition in addition to the transformation questions that follow each chapter.

Easy to read but with substance for newcomers, adult formation groups, and lifelong Episcopalians, this book is for all who desire to know more about the Episcopal Church.

My Faith, My Life is a trusted confirmation curriculum for the Episcopal Church.

With this leader guide, leaders can create short, intermediate, and longer programs, including confirmation sequences of six, nine, or twelve-sessions, a retreat or similar short program, or a longer study that is integrated with other current programs over the entire academic year. Filled with prayers to begin and end each session, plus a variety of activities that tap into multiple learning styles and ways to interact with the congregation, this is a primary go-to resource for any youth leader. New material includes how to select, train, and support mentors, as well as how leaders can strengthen their own spiritual life.

The gospel readings for all Sundays in Years A, B, and C according to the Revised Common Lectionary, together with the gospels for all major Holy Days, in the New Revised Standard Version translation. Beautifully bound in genuine leather with gold stamping and ribbon marker, this book has been designed for ceremonial use in the Eucharist.

• Handsome binding and stamping designed for carrying in procession.
• Large, easy-to-read page design.
• Excellent memorial or thanksgiving gift for congregations

A comprehensive, easy-to-understand primer to the Episcopal faith for new members, inquirers, and Church members who are unfamiliar with its history, beliefs, and practices.

Written in accessible language and in a conversational tone, this introduction to the Episcopal Church is the ideal resource for adult parish study, newcomers, and others interested individuals. From an Episcopal perspective, the author explores the Church's history, worship, beliefs, spiritual life, organization of the church, mission and outreach, and the way followers read and understand the Bible. Study questions accompany each chapter.

Welcome to the Episcopal Church makes clear that the worship of God is the most important thing that can be said about us, and that worship is the source for everything else in our life together--our commitment to justice for all people, our mission to those who do not yet know Jesus Christ as their Lord and Savior, and how we should live out our lives in this very complex world.-from the Foreword, The Most Rev. Frank T. Griswold III, Presiding Bishop and Primate

A classic best-selling manual on Episcopalian faith for lifelong followers, newcomers, and those wishing to sample and explore the beliefs and organization of the denomination.

The original Episcopal Handbook, published in 2008, was an instant classic and has been a best-seller ever since. Still providing helpful and insightful information about the Episcopal ethos with a certain amount of whimsy and complete accessibility, this revision maintains the best features of the original work, but adds an update and an expansion on the church today.

This revision highlights Episcopal diversity--including more women and people of color in the biographical material--and focuses more on Episcopal, rather than Anglicans. Additions to this edition include updated illustrations, an expanded glossary, and new sections on church governance, the origins of religious belief, and a capsule summary of church history.

The Handbook is suitable for use in Sunday school, confirmation classes, inquirer sessions--and for everyone from visitors to vestries.

Have you ever wondered if there was some kind of guide to living a deeper, richer spiritual life that seamlessly incorporated scripture alongside the wisdom of the Church? There is--and you can find it in a pew rack near you! The Book of Common Prayer is more than a service book; it is a map to a deeper relationship with God, a framework for developing a more intentional and rewarding life of faith.

Scholar Derek Olsen explores liturgical spirituality and how the prayer book serves as a repository of Christian wisdom and spiritual practice stretching back to the beginnings of the Christian movement. Focusing on three key elements--the Calendar, the Daily Office, and the Eucharist--he discusses the spiritual principles behind them and provides clear, practical, easy-to-follow explanations of the services. These patterns of life laid out in The Book of Common Prayer serve as a guide to the spiritual life, so that we might connect back to the God who calls each of us by name and that we might love as God loves us.