Vade Mecum - Code of Canon Law for the African American Diaspora - Hardcover

by Roger H. Phillips (Author), Samuel L. Butts (Foreword by), Michael V. Johnson (Epilogue by)

There will be three volumes outlining a proposed Code of Canon Law for the African American Diaspora Church, aiming to establish standardized governance and organizational principles to enhance unity and recognition within the broader Christian community. This first volume covers a range of topics. Here are some:

Importance of Canon Law for African American Diaspora, the Establishment, and the Historical Context and Apostolic Succession

The volumes outline a proposed Code of Canon Law for the African American Diaspora Church, aiming to establish standardized governance and organizational principles to enhance unity and recognition within the broader Christian community. The establishment of a standardized system of canon law is crucial for the governance and unity of the African American Christian community. The historical foundations of church governance emphasize the importance of apostolic succession and orderly arrangements.

The Foundation of the African American Church

The African American church has its roots in the establishment of the first black Baptist congregation in the United States, highlighting its historical significance which was founded by Reverend George Leile in Savannah, Georgia.

A Call for Unity and Recognition

The effort to establish canon laws for the African American church aims to create a structured and recognized framework for leadership. The council led by Bishop Roger Hardiman Phillips, Sr. Ph.D. aims to author a set of Code of Canon Laws specific to the African American Diaspora. The council's mission includes promoting Christian unity and establishing legitimacy as successors to the Apostle Peter.