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Trade Paperback. Zustand: GOOD. First Edition. From the personal library of Episcopal Priest, church historian, and ecumenist J. Robert Wright with his signature to the half-title. 99pp. Perfectbound in printed wraps; spine toned; Extensively underlined and critically annotated by Fr. Wright. Rutler's dissertation on the essential symbolic value of the male priesthood came in response to the Anglican ordination of two women to the priesthood in 1971 and the ongoing disputation over their validity, which would escalate with the ordination of the 'Philadelphia Eleven' to the priesthood in 1974. Rutler left the Episcopal church soon thereafter and eventually joined the Roman Catholic church in 1979 and was ordained as a RC Priest in 1981. …

Hardcover. Zustand: VERY GOOD. First Edition. 277pp. Printed glossy paper over boards backed in red paper spine with gilt stamped spine lettering, machine deckled fore edge, red place ribbon. Spine quite sunned, clean and sound otherwise. An extraordinary association: This copy SIGNED by Frank T. Griswold and inscribed to David Booth Beers: 'For David Esq:- What can I say except 'thank you' / Love / Frank.' Then gifted by Beers to Episcopalian Priest and Church Historian, J. Robert Wright with an inscription d. October 2018. Frank Griswold was the 25th Presiding Bishop of the Episcopal Church. Griswold notably presided over the ordination of Gene Robinson as the first openly gay bishop in any major denomination. Robinson's appointment immediately precipitated the 'Anglican Realignment', a movement of conservative parishes removing themselves from the governance of the Episcopal Church and aligning themselves with alternative oversight withing the broader Anglican Communion under a province now known as the Anglican Church in North America or 'ACNA'. These departing bishops and congregations sought to retain their properties and buildings. David Booth Beers was lead counsel for the Episcopal Church, which 'took the position that church properties are held in trust for the diocese in which they are located, while departing bishops and congregations sought to retain the churches where they had worshiped for years. With important exceptions - notably the Dioceses of Fort Worth and South Carolina - the Episcopal Church has mostly prevailed, often after years of appeals. The disputed properties collectively are worth billions of dollars.' (Kirk Petersen, David Beers Booth Obituary in 'The Living Church.'). …

Leather Bound. Zustand: New. Language: English. Language: English. Presenting an Exquisite Leather-Bound Edition, expertly crafted with Original Natural Leather that gracefully adorns the spine and corners. The allure continues with Golden Leaf Printing that adds a touch of elegance, while Hand Embossing on the rounded spine lends an artistic flair. This masterpiece has been meticulously reprinted in 2024, utilizing the invaluable guidance of the original edition published many years ago in 1897. The contents of this book are presented in classic black and white. Its durability is ensured through a meticulous sewing binding technique, enhancing its longevity. Imprinted on top-tier quality paper. A team of professionals has expertly processed each page, delicately preserving its content without alteration. Due to the vintage nature of these books, every page has been manually restored for legibility. However, in certain instances, occasional blurriness, missing segments, or faint black spots might persist. We sincerely hope for your understanding of the challenges we faced with these books. Recognizing their significance for readers seeking insight into our historical treasure, we've diligently restored and reissued them. Our intention is to offer this valuable resource once again. We eagerly await your feedback, hoping that you'll find it appealing and will generously share your thoughts and recommendations. Lang: - English, Pages: - 452, Print on Demand. If it is a multi-volume set, then it is only a single volume. We are specialised in Customisation of books, if you wish to opt different color leather binding, you may contact us. This service is chargeable. Product Disclaimer: Kindly be informed that, owing to the inherent nature of leather as a natural material, minor discolorations or textural variations may be perceptible. Explore the FOLIO EDITION (12x19 Inches): Available Upon Request. 452 452.…