John,
Is the Anglican church structure similar to the catholic structure, in that they govern from the "top down". I've heard it said that the Presbyterian church is different in that it governs from the "bottom up". Is that correct? If so, how so? (as an outsider looking in, its difficult to differentiate)

That sounds like an interesting book you're reading. I know you're a Presbyterian, but in your unbiased opinion, are the arguments he makes from the scriptures pretty convincing? Even if you were a baptist, do you think you'd have to agree with most of his points?

If I'm not mistaken, you've read a bunch of the writings of the early church. Do they talk much about the structure of the early church?

Bob

[Edited on 6-23-2004 by blhowes]

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Bob Howes
Framingham, MA

A reoccurring thought:

Rev 22:20 He which testifieth these things saith, Surely I come quickly. Amen. Even so, come, Lord Jesus.