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    Seeking Life: The Baptismal Invitation of the Rule of St. Benedict
    Seeking Life: The Baptismal Invitation of the Rule of St. Benedict
    Seeking Life: The Baptismal Invitation of the Rule of St. Benedict
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    Seeking Life: The Baptismal Invitation of the Rule of St. Benedict

    By Esther De Waal

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    Baptism is the entry point into the Christian family and the Church is the community of the baptized. It is fundamental to our Christian identity and many congregations renew their baptismal promises on Easter Day each year - such is its significance. This title explores a subject that is fundamental to the Christian experience: baptism.
    LanguageEnglish
    PublisherCanterbury Press
    Release dateApr 7, 2014
    ISBN9781848257054
    Seeking Life: The Baptismal Invitation of the Rule of St. Benedict
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    Esther De Waal

    Esther de Waal is a noted scholar and spiritual writer. She was propelled to fame by her book Seeking God, which was published in numerous languages. She now lives in Oxford.

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