Congregational Polity: A Historical Survey of Unitarian and Universalist Practice
- ISBN-10
- 1558963618
- ISBN-13
- 9781558963610
- Category
- Church polity
- Pages
- 267
- Language
- English
- Published
- 1997
- Publisher
- Unitarian Universalist Association of Congregations
- Author
- Conrad Wright
Description
This excellent study of the history and development of congregation polity in both the Unitarian and Universalist traditions over four centuries is perfect for those entering the ministry or studying UU history.
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