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There is nothing like the Dictionary of Christianity in America. Even most libraries can't offer you all the facts, perspectives and information you'll find in this single volume. The work of over 400 scholars and experts in American religion, the Dictionary of Christianity in America offers 2,400 authoritative articles on nearly every aspect of this fascinating epoch in modern Christian history....

Episcopal. A form of church government distinguished from presbyterian and congregational forms insofar as local churches are subject to the more or less monarchical authority of a bishop (derived from the Greek episkopos. meaning “overseer”). Roman Catholics, Orthodox and Episcopalians maintain the doctrine of apostolic succession, sometimes referred to as the “historic ministry,” signifying that the episcopacy derives in direct line from the beginnings of Christianity and is indispensable to the