Jordan Glenn
Jordan Glenn - Borders And Belonging The Book Of Ruth - Paperback
Jordan Glenn - Borders And Belonging The Book Of Ruth - Paperback
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Description: A leading poet and a theologian reflect on the Old Testament story of Ruth a tale that resonates deeply in today's world with its themes of migration the stranger mixed cultures and religions law and leadership women in public life kindness generosity and fear. Ruth's story speaks directly to many of the issues and deep differences that Brexit has exposed and to the polarisation taking place in many societies. P draig Tuama and Glenn Jordan bring the redemptive power of Ruth to bear on today's seemingly intractable social and political divisions reflecting on its challenges and how it can help us be effective in the public square amplify voices which are silenced and be communities of faith in our present day. Over the last year the material that inspired this book has been used with over 6000 people as a public theology initiative from Corrymeela Ireland's longest - established peace and reconciliation centre. It has been met with an overwhelming response because of its immediacy and relevance enabling people with opposing views to come together and be heard.
Title: Borders And Belonging The Book Of Ruth
Author(s): Jordan Glenn
Publisher: Canterbury Press Norwich
Barcode: 9781786222565
Pages: 144 Pages
Publication Date: 1/20/2021
Category: Christian Social Thought & Activity
Description: A leading poet and a theologian reflect on the Old Testament story of Ruth a tale that resonates deeply in today's world with its themes of migration the stranger mixed cultures and religions law and leadership women in public life kindness generosity and fear. Ruth's story speaks directly to many of the issues and deep differences that Brexit has exposed and to the polarisation taking place in many societies. P draig Tuama and Glenn Jordan bring the redemptive power of Ruth to bear on today's seemingly intractable social and political divisions reflecting on its challenges and how it can help us be effective in the public square amplify voices which are silenced and be communities of faith in our present day. Over the last year the material that inspired this book has been used with over 6000 people as a public theology initiative from Corrymeela Ireland's longest - established peace and reconciliation centre. It has been met with an overwhelming response because of its immediacy and relevance enabling people with opposing views to come together and be heard.
Title: Borders And Belonging The Book Of Ruth
Author(s): Jordan Glenn
Publisher: Canterbury Press Norwich
Barcode: 9781786222565
Pages: 144 Pages
Publication Date: 1/20/2021
Category: Christian Social Thought & Activity
