The Episcopal Handbook: Revised Edition

So I'm fairly new to the Episcopal Church and Anglicanism and I needed some reading material to get me acquainted with it. I heard that this book was both informative and humorous so I decided to pick it up. I'm very glad I did! It is highly entertaining and easy to read. The author keeps each section as brief as possible and uses very casual language, so it is easy to read and doesn't get dry like a lot of other religious books can. If you are coming from another Christian tradition, a lot of this book may seem obvious to you. But this book is meant to be accessible to everyone, and I think it is still useful even if you are familiar with some of the beliefs and practices already. I think it is also useful even for people who aren't set on becoming Anglican/Episcopalian but just want to learn about the Church, as it is presented in more of an informative way and less of an indoctrinating way. It should also be noted that this a great introduction, but this book is not an end-all-be-all for the Episcopal Church. The material only skims the surface and covers the very basics. If you are serious about getting deeper into learning about the Church, I highly recommend picking up some other materials and getting in touch with a priest. But, nonetheless, this is a fantastic introductory book written for the modern world.

Highly recommend this book to anyone who is new to or curious about the Episcopal Church. It's easy to read, informative, and filled with light-hearted humor. My personal opinion is that reading this book beats doing online research about the Episcopal Church because the author is that good and effective at communicating.

Good read for existing Episcopalians, missing Episcopalians, or people wanting to be Episcopalian. Written with just the right amount subtle humor that reminds me that God wants us to be happy. All of us. My favorite chapter is about parents surviving an infant Baptism. Well written, not preachy or guilt inducing. Just sane commentary on how to be a good person (and Christian.)

Excellent book if you want to get more acquainted with what to expect in an Episcopalian church. It helped me understand more about Episcopalian beliefs, customs and traditions. In the end I found out that I have been an Episcopal all of my life and didn't know it, in that I align so well with the Episcopal Church.

Nice reference book. Good info. Good humor

Fun, witty, yet full of facts this "survival guide" to the Episcopal Church (kneel, stand, sit, repeat) answers all the questions from coffee hour, Henry VIII, Robin Williams, Baptism & Eucharist, and what we believe (and how we should be living that out) in a handy little book. Great gift to confirmands, newcomers, or Episcopalians that stopped their "education" at the age of 12.

After so many years of sleep walking through life, it is great to affirm the services that I had been instructed.

Awesome book! Funny and engaging. A great read for any Episcopalian or anyone interested in this great religion.