The Book of Common Prayer: A Spiritual Treasure Chest - Selections Annotated & Explained (SkyLight Illuminations)
"A gift to the larger ecumenical community. The Book of Common Prayer ... continues to offer spiritual formation to Christians of many traditions ... this remarkable guide will enrich our pursuit."—Kathryn Mary Lohre, president, National Council of the Churches of Christ USA"One of the great classics.... Christians of every tradition can appreciate its majestic yet concise style, and draw upon it for inspiration and insight. Most welcome and of benefit to those seeking to deepen their Christian faith."—Rev. Ronald G. Roberson, CSP, associate director, Secretariat for Ecumenical and Interreligious Affairs, United States Conference of Catholic Bishops, Washington, DC"A fresh new set of insights.... A wellspring of encouragement to go deep and wide with this treasure trove of Christian roots and wings. I commend this work and all its potential for invigorating worship and transforming our experience of liturgy."—Archbishop David Moxon, Archbishop of Canterbury's Representative to the Holy See; director, the Anglican Centre in Rome"There is ... a kind of magnificence of scope that, combined with the richness of intimacy, blesses both the soul and the mind of its reader. The BCP has never been better served or more sympathetically considered than it is in these pages."—Phyllis Tickle, author,Emergence Christianity: What It Is, Where It Is Going, and Why It Matters“Warmly and brilliantly guides us through the spiritual riches of one of Christianity's most sublime religious texts. Anyone who seeks wisdom, hope and a deeper, more authentic prayer life, both individually and communally, will find this resource immensely rewarding.”—The Rev. Peter Wallace, producer and host, Day1 radio program; author,The Passionate Jesus: What We Can Learn from Jesus about Love, Fear, Grief, Joy and Living Authentically“Help[s] readers connect with traditional wisdom in new ways.... Invites churchgoers and seekers alike into an uncommon life of gratitude grounded by God's beauty and grace.”—Diana Butler Bass, PhD, author,Christianity After Religion: The End of Church and the Birth of a New Spiritual Awakening“A truly hidden treasure.... Presents [the BCP] in a way that is contagious, practical and direct.”—The Rev. Albert Cutié, priest of the Diocese of Southeast Florida; author, radio and television host“Unlock[s] the treasures of the BCP for those practiced or untutored in its use.... Robertson's historical and personal insights infuse ritual and prayer with fresh energy.”—Gregory Vaughn Palmer, resident bishop, Ohio West Episcopal Area—The United Methodist Church, West Ohio Conference UMC