Theophonia the divine voice

Agapios and Saint Nikodemos the Hagiorite

The Rudder: English Edition

A collection of apostolic, conciliar and patristic canons with explanations. The opening image of the Church as a ship introduces a work concerned with ecclesial order, sacramental life and the application of canons.

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  • Church order
  • Canons and interpretation

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  • How does the opening ship image explain the roles of faith, tradition and pastoral guidance?