The Early Church at Work and Worship, Volume 1: Ministry, Ordination, Covenant, and Canon

Renowned scholar on the early church Everett Ferguson provides modern students and teachers with a thoroughly readable analysis of ritual in the early church. He uses early source materials to illuminate ancient practice in a way that helps modern Christians in their own expressions of faith. In this volume, the broad topics of ministry, ordination, covenant, and canon are covered in detail. These essays are useful and helpful for ministers and laity alike.