Chasing Down a Rumor: The Death of Mainline Denominations (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9780806651422)

Bacher and Inskeep believe that mainline denominations serve as caretakers of the important American expressions of Christianity, and if they are weak or lost, society and the universal church will be the worse for it. They argue that a fundamentally American form of mainline denominationalism can and will endure, despite the rumor of its decline. The authors examine six "rumors" of the decline. Using historical trends and current statistical information, they analyze the current situation and point to vital lessons, potential problems, and key challenges. They also offer helpful strategies and provide examples of what denominations are doing that show potential.

Author: Robert Bacher, Kenneth Inskeep
ISBN-10: 0806651423
ISBN-13: 9780806651422
Publisher: Augsburg Fortress Publishing
Language: English
Published: 03/01/2005
Pages: 192
Format: Paperback
Weight: 0.69lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.04w x 0.47d

Review Citation(s):
Ingram Advance 03/01/2005 pg. 83