Crossing the Tiber: Evangelical Protestants Discover the Historical Church - Ray, Stephen K. Review & Synopsis

Synopsis An exhilarating conversion story of a devout Baptist who relates how he overcame his hostility to the Catholic Church by a combination of serious Bible study and vast research of the writings of the early Church Fathers. In addition to a moving account of their conversion that caused Ray and his wife to cross the Tiber to Rome, he offers an in-depth treatment of Baptism and the Eucharist in Scripture and the ancient Church. Thoroughly documented with hundreds of footnotes, this contains perhaps the most complete compilation of biblical and patristic quotations and commentary available on Baptism and the Eucharist, as well as a detailed analysis of Sola Scriptura and Tradition. Review Stephen K. Ray was raised in a devout and loving Baptist family. His father was a deacon and Bible teacher, and Stephen was very involved in the Baptist Church as a teacher of Biblical studies. After an in-depth study of the writings of the Church Fathers, both Steve and his wife Janet converted to the Catholic Church. He is the host of the popular, award-winning film series on salvation history, The Footprints of God. Steve is also the author of the best-selling books Crossing the Tiber, and St. John's Gospel. Crossing the Tiber An exhilarating conversion story of a devout Baptist who relates how he overcame his hostility to the Catholic Church by a combination of serious Bible study and vast research of the writings of the early Church Fathers. In addition to a moving account of their conversion that caused Ray and his wife to "cross the Tiber" to Rome, he offers an in-depth treatment of Baptism and the Eucharist in Scripture and the ancient Church. Thoroughly documented with hundreds of footnotes, this contains perhaps the most complete compilation of biblical and patristic quotations and commentary available on Baptism and the Eucharist, as well as a detailed analysis of Sola Scriptura and Tradition. Thoroughly documented with hundreds of footnotes, this contains perhaps the most complete compilation of biblical and patristic quotations and commentary available on Baptism and the Eucharist, as well as a detailed analysis of Sola ..." St. John's Gospel As Catholics in ever-growing numbers are taking part in Bible studies, many questions arise. How do I study the Bible? Where do I begin? Is it OK to interpret the Bible for ourselves? What Bible should I use? How can I understand such a deep book as the Gospel of St. John? How can I be guided in my studies? A Bible Study Guide and Commentary Stephen K . Ray. Lynch. Edited by James Canon Bastible. ... Ray , Stephen K . Crossing the Tiber : Evangelical Protestants Discover the Historical Church . San Francisco: Ignatius Press, 1997. _____." Keeping the Vow Although many Catholics, and certainly most non-Catholics, are unaware of it, the rule of celibacy for Catholic priests is not absolute. The ordination of a married man is exceptionally rare, but it does occur. In most cases it happens as an accommodation for a married priest of another Christian church, almost always Anglican (Episcopalian), who has converted to the Catholic faith and wishes to serve in the Catholic priesthood. The Anglican Pastoral Provision, a set of streamlined canonical policies established by Pope John Paul II in 1980, encouraged the reception of these priest. Since then over a hundred men-most married, most Episcopalian-have been ordained; today there are seventy-five married former Episcopalian priests serving in the U.S. Catholic Church. Based on one hundred fifteen interviews augmented by biographical, survey and historical research,Keeping the Vow tells the story of these married priests and their wives, their unusual and difficult journey from Anglicanism and their life in the Catholic Church. Sullins explores the perspectives of this small group of men and their wives and how they juxtapose a unique set of identities and perspectives. A full-sample national survey provides the views of U.S. bishops on the practice of married priest ordination. The book's extensive use of quotes and personal narrative helps bring these stories to life, while sociological analysis provides a clear view of their collective features and discusses implications for related social and religious issues such as conversion, priesthood, worship, marital roles and celibacy. An engaging study on Catholicism, Anglicanism, American religion, and marriage, Keeping the Vow expands the discussion on the future prospects and effects married priests in the Catholic Church. Ray , Stephen K . Crossing the Tiber : Evangelical Protestants Discover the Historical Church . San Francisco: Ignatius Press, 1997. Roof, Wade Clark. American Mainline Religion: Its Changing Shape and Future. New Brunswick, NJ: Rutgers ..." Faith Facts Where did the Mass come from What is an annulment Where is heaven Is there salvation outside the Catholic Church?In today's world, Catholics must be ready at any moment to face unexpected questionsabout the teaching of the Church. Faith Facts II is a valuable resource for anyone who needs answers on topics that are crucial to belief and evangelization. ?Emmaus Road delivers another great resource on the Catholic faith.It's a gold mine that helps save you time and effort; it should be on every Catholic's bookshelf.? Z?E ROMANOWSKY CRISIS Magazine Ray , Stephen K . Crossing the Tiber : Evangelical Protestants Discover the Historical Church . San Francisco: Ignatius Press, 1997. Shaw, Russell. Papal Primacy in the Third Millennium. Huntington, Ind.: Our Sunday Visitor, 2000." Shepherding God's Flock A biblical, historical, theological, and practical foundation for pastoral leadership Pastors have been entrusted with leading the people of God. The shepherds of God’s flock must protect them from and guide them through the many dangers believers face. Although ultimately the Church is led by Christ, pastors are to provide godly examples of what it means to be a follower of the Lord. Consequently, who leads the church, the type of authority they are given, how they relate to one another, to whom they are accountable, and how they are selected are of utmost importance to the life and health of God’s people. This book provides the biblical, historical, theological, and practical foundation of the crucial task of leading God’s people. Over this past year, the elders our church have benefitted from reading and meditating on Colin Marshall and Tony Payne's excellent book, The Trellis and the Vine .22 The book says that church leaders must make a careful and wise ..." Apostles of Reason In this imaginative history of modern American evangelicalism, Molly Worthen offers a dramatic rethinking of the evangelical movement, arguing that it has been defined not by shared doctrines or politics, but by the struggle to reconcile head knowledge and heart religion in an increasingly secular America. -- Back cover. Men and Women in the Church: Building Consensus on Christian Leadership. Downers Grove, IL: InterVarsity, 2003. ... Virkler , Henry A., and Karelynne Gerber Ayayo . Hermeneutics : Principles and Processes of Biblical Interpretation ." Catholic Book Summaries Catholic Book Summaries presents 54 summaries of Catholic books in a concise, clear, and complete manner. With so many books for Catholics to read and understand, Catholic Book Summaries is an attempt to synthesize some of the most well known traditional and contemporary classics for today's Catholics. Meant for Catholics of all ages, this book is your guide to understanding dozens of books in a fraction of the time required to read them all. This is an entire library of ""must read"" Catholic books condensed into one volume. These summaries of the most important Catholic thinkers of all time are not just quick facts. They distill the wisdom of our great Catholic thinkers such as Blessed Cardinal Newman, Archbishop Fulton Sheen, Scott Hahn, GK Chesterton and so many more. CHAPTER SEVEN " Crossing the Tiber " About the Author Stephen K . Ray was raised in a. A Summary of Crossing the Tiber , Evangelical Protestants Discover the Historical Church by Stephen Ray . 82 CHAPTER SEVEN: CROSSING THE TIBER ." Prima Scriptura In this volume an expert teacher of the Bible provides an introduction to New Testament exegesis that will appeal to students across the spectrum. Clayton Croy begins with the preparation of the interpreter, proceeds to analysis of the text, and concludes with appropriation of the message of Scripture in the context of modern faith communities. He combines a step-by-step plan for historical exegesis with substantive discussion of broader hermeneutical issues. The book interacts with recent scholarship and is academically rigorous but is written in an engaging style, incorporating anecdotes, humor, scriptural illustrations, and examples of the practical payoff of disciplined interpretation. Each chapter includes discussion questions and suggestions for further reading. Ray , Stephen K . 1997. Crossing the Tiber : Evangelical Protestants Discover the Historical Church . San Francisco: Ignatius. Reid, Daniel G. 1997. “Virtues and Vices.” Pages 1190–94 in Dictionary of the Later New Testament and Its ..." Worthy is the Lamb In this exciting book Thomas Nash refutes the common charge that the Mass is "unbiblical" in a resoundingly biblical fashion. From the Garden of Eden to Christ's Ascension, the biblical roots of the Mass go much deeper than the Last Supper and Christ's Passion. Old Testament sacrifices like Abel's, Abraham's and the Passover all prefigure and are fulfilled by Christ's Sacrifice, which is made present in the Sacrifice of the Mass. What began on the Cross culminated in everlasting glory when Jesus entered "once for all" into the heavenly holy of holies, as the Letter to the Hebrews provides. In a time when the Catholic Church is under attack from within and without, Worthy is the Lamb reminds the faithful that the Mass is, as Vatican II affirms, "the source and summit of the whole Christian life." This book will transform your understanding of and participation in the Mass. Ray , Stephen K . Crossing the Tiber : Evangelical Protestants Discover the Historic Church . San Francisco: Ignatius Press, 1997. Ricciotti, Giuseppe. Julian the Apostate. Translated by M. Joseph Costelloe, S.J. Milwaukee: Bruce Publishing ..." Scripture and the Mystery of the Mass From Genesis to Revelation, Catholic for a Reason III: Scripture and the Mystery of the Mass explores the biblical roots of the Mass and the practical ways in which the mystery of the Eucharist affects our everyday lives. Ray , Stephen K . Crossing the Tiber : Evangelical Protestants Discover the Historic Church . San Francisco: Ignatius Press, 1997. Scheeben, Matthias Joseph. The Mysteries of Christianity. Translated by Cyril Vollert, S.J. St. Louis; ..." The Case for Catholicism This is the most up-to-date, comprehensive, and thorough defense of the Catholic Church against Protestant objections in print. This book is especially relevant as the 500th anniversary of the Protestant Reformation draws near and discussion of the arguments made against the Church during that time in history receive renewed interest. The Case for Catholicism answers arguments put forward by early Reformers like Luther and Calvin as well as contemporary defenders of Protestantism like Norm Geisler and R.C. Sproul. It provides a meticulous defense of the biblical and historical nature of Catholic doctrines from Scripture and church history. Finally, in both answering Protestant objections to Catholicism and in providing evidence for the Faith, The Case for Catholicism cites modern Protestant scholars who question Reformation assumptions and show how evidence from Scripture and church history support aspects of Catholic theology. This book is divided into four sections, with each answering a key question Christians have asked about the nature of their faith. Those key questions are: What is my authority? What is the Church? How am I saved? Who belongs to the body of Christ? The Case for Catholicism will become a reliable, resource for any Catholic who desires a well-researched, readable, and persuasive answer to Protestant arguments made against the Catholic faith. Answers to Classic and Contemporary Protestant Objections Trent Horn ... Fergusson, Baptism in the Early Church , 143. ... see Stephen K . Ray , Crossing the Tiber : Evangelical Protestants Discover the Historic Church (San Francisco: ..." Long Before Luther Where was the gospel before the Reformation? Contemporary evangelicals often struggle to answer that question. As a result, many Roman Catholics are quick to allege that the Reformation understanding of the gospel simply did not exist before the 1500s. They assert that key Reformation doctrines, like sola fide, were nonexistent in the first fifteen centuries of church history. Rather, they were invented by Martin Luther, John Calvin, and others. That is a serious charge, and one that evangelicals must be ready to answer. If an evangelical understanding of the gospel is only 500 years old, we are in major trouble. However, if it can be demonstrated that Reformers were not inventing something new, but instead were recovering something old, then key tenets of the Protestant faith are greatly affirmed. Hence, the need for this book. After reading Long Before Luther, readers will: Possess a greater understanding of church history and the role it plays in the church today. Have a deeper appreciation for the hard-won victories of the Reformation. Be equipped to dialogue with Catholic friends about the presence of Reformed doctrines throughout church history. Feel renewed gratefulness for the unearned nature of grace and the power of the gospel. See, for example, Dave Armstrong, Bible Conversations (Raleigh, NC: Lulu, 2007), 151; Steven K . Ray , Crossing the Tiber : Evangelical Protestants Discover the Historical Church (San Francisco: Ignatius Press, 1997), 27, n." Evangelical Studies Bulletin Ray , Stephen K . Crossing the Tiber : Evangelical Protestants Discover the Historical Church . San Francisco , CA : Ignatius Press , 1997. 284 pp . , $ 12.95 . Weisenfeld , Judith . African American Women and Christian Activism : New ..." New Oxford Review Four Witnesses : The Early Church in Her Own Words . By Rod Bennett . Ignatius . 342 pages , $ 16.95 . Written by a man whose study of the early Church Fathers led him to abandon evangelical Protestantism and embrace the Catholic Church ..." Could You Ever Become a Catholic? What is it that makes the Catholic Church so unique? Why would anyone want to be a Catholic? Could / ever become a Catholic? These questions and many more are addressed in this book by individuals who have asked them too. If you were ever curious about who converts to Catholicism and why, or whether you could ever become a Catholic, you will find much to ponder here. Crossing the Tiber : Evangelical Protestants Discover the Historical Church , by Stephen K . Ray , Ignatius Press , 1997 . The Hand of God : A Journey from Death to Life by the Abortion Doctor Who Changed His Mind , by Bernard Nathanson ..." New Covenant He was not afraid to enter during his ministry Jesus “ often into the world of the sinner , retired to deserted places and ... His fourth book , The Sacraments : Encountering the Risen Lord , was recently published by Ave Maria Press ." The Catholic World Report 80 pages , Hardcover , Illustrated , $ 15.95 FOUR WITNESSES THE EARLY CHURCH IN HER OWN WORDS CLEMENT OF ROME IGNATIUS ... MORE STORIES IGNATIUS ROD BENNETT IGNATIOY AN EXORCIST - MORE STORIES Fr. Gabriele Amorth Following up his best ..." First Things Introducing the Catholic Commentary on Sacred Scripture CATHOLIC COMMENTARY ON SACRED SCRIPTURE The Gospel Mark Mary Healy Use to Prepare for 2009 , Year B in the Lectionary The Gospel of Mark Mary Healy 9780801035869 352 pp ."