This is the first comprehensive book on Anglican and Pentecostal ecumenical relations. It introduces both movements with a particular focus on their approaches to ecumenism, before exploring sacraments, ministry, ecclesiology, pneumatology, and mission with respect to both traditions. As well as providing more theological and historical discussion, the book also offers personal accounts of local, national, and international ecumenical engagement by both Anglicans and Pentecostals. It is written predominantly--although not exclusively--from a British perspective. Even so, as the first major published dialogue between these two global Christian traditions, the book will be of value to all interested in Anglicanism, Pentecostalism, and ecumenism.
Industry Reviews
“I warmly welcome the publication of Anglicans and Pentecostals in Dialogue as an invaluable and timely resource from which all who wish to see a deepening of the friendship between our two Christian families may draw inspiration. The International Pentecostal-Anglican Dialogue in particular will benefit greatly from the scope and depth of ecclesiology in the collection of essays contained in this book.”
—Anthony Poggo, secretary general, Anglican Communion
“Privileged to be one who is currently engaged in the International Pentecostal-Anglican Commission, I found myself stimulated, broadened, and challenged by the multiple insights offered by those who had participated in dialogue within the UK. Anglicans and Pentecostals in Dialogue provides a means to deepen Anglicans and Pentecostals in their relationships and shared kingdom ministry.”
—David Wells, general superintendent, The Pentecostal Assemblies of Canada
“In theological dialogue between two church families, the moment often comes when each can clearly see the body of Christ in the other. This was the experience of Anglicans and Pentecostals in the historic dialogue whose fruits are set forth in this valuable volume. These sets of paired essays by Pentecostal and Anglican authors will help to spread this moment of recognition more widely and provide a unique resource for national and local groups to take up the challenge and privilege of conversation and cooperation.”
—Paul Avis, editor-in-chief, Ecclesiology
“This book is long overdue. In 1907, Alexander Boddy, an Anglican priest in Sunderland, England began Whitsuntide gatherings for Pentecostal leaders that regularized Pentecostal teaching around the world. In 1915, Azusa Street’s pastor, William J. Seymour, published Doctrines and Discipline and included twenty-four of the thirty-nine Anglican Articles of Religion. Since 1922, Anglicans and Pentecostals have largely lost contact with one another. I join Archbishop Justin Welby in recommending this book to all who care about the unity of the church for the sake of Christ’s mission.”
—Cecil M. Robeck Jr., senior professor of church history and ecumenics, Fuller Theological Seminary
