Tag Archives: church in the public square
Amos’ Plumbline; Whose Church?
A Series on the Future of Social Witness Opening Editorial by Chris Iosso Is justice an essential “mark of the church?” Is it a basic aspect of God’s reign, reflecting God’s nature? Is it a basic part of the Gospel, … Continue reading
Does “right make might” in Syria?
Applying just peace criteria to President Obama’s call to arms The President has decided to seek Congressional approval for authorization to use force in Syria. This means that the American public has a week to debate the rationale presented for … Continue reading
Book Review: “Rise of the Spiritual Activist”
A review of Guillermo Márquez-Sterling’s new book, Rise of the Spiritual Activist: A Beginner’s Guide for Integrating Faith and Justice. In his book, Rev. Márquez-Sterling provides the philosophical foundation for spiritual activism as well as interviews with spiritual activists in … Continue reading
Occupy Wall Street Is Doing the Church’s Work
Helmut Gollwitzer and Economic Justice¹ Abstract: Helmut Gollwitzers legacy as a politically concerned pastor and theologian is instructive for those today who want to take seriously both what Christian faith means for socio-economic justice and what that concern for socio-economic … Continue reading