Convocation: Ending Erastianism

When the American Revolution resulted in the severing of ties between the American church and the Church of England, a new form of church governance, not under State control, became necessary. This paper examines how the resulting ecclesiological structure of voluntary compact and governance by both clergy and laity, soon spread to other British colonies. This new model proved to be a vital and effective force in bringing Anglicanism to new cultures and environments.

This first of several informal lectures which will be held at RES this year will be on Wednesday, September 16th, at noon. All are welcome and lunch will be provided.