Publisher's Synopsis
Lighting The Candle: The Episcopal Church On The Upper Rio Grande is a book written by James M. Stoney that explores the history, culture, and religious practices of the Episcopal Church in the Upper Rio Grande region of New Mexico. The book delves into the unique challenges faced by the church in this region, including the blending of Spanish and Native American cultures with the Anglican tradition. Stoney examines the role of the church in the region's social and political history, including its involvement in the Civil Rights movement and the struggle for land rights. Through interviews with members of the church and extensive research, Stoney provides a comprehensive look at the Episcopal Church's impact on the Upper Rio Grande region. The book is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of religion and culture in the American Southwest.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
