The book by Professor of Theology Dagmar Geller (Bosse, Switzerland) is devoted to a range of issues related to the sacrament of baptism. The author presents the views of Christian denominations, gives an overview of ecumenical discussions, considers the historical and theological foundations of different approaches. The purpose of this study is to mark the boundaries of both unity and disagreement on this issue and to identify ways for the various Churches to mutually recognize this fundamental Christian sacrament. The work of prof. Heller is valuable and indispensable for all who are interested in theoretical and practical issues of Christianity.
The book by Professor of Theology Dagmar Heller (Bosse, Switzerland) is devoted to a range of issues related to the sacrament of baptism. The author presents the views of Christian denominations, gives an overview of ecumenical discussions, considers the historical and theological foundations of different approaches. The purpose of this study is to delineate the boundaries of both unity and disagreement on this issue and to chart ways for the various Churches to recognize this fundamental Christian sacrament. The work of prof. Heller is valuable and indispensable for all who are interested in the theoretical and practical issues of Christianity.