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Book Synopsis: This selection of writings from the most important moments in the history of Christianity has become established as a classic reference work, providing insights into 2000 years of Christian theological and political debate. While retaining the original material selected by Henry Bettenson, Chris Maunder has added a substantial section of more recent writings. These illustrate the Second Vatican Council; the theologies of liberation; Church and State from 'Thatcher's Britain' to Communist Eastern Europe; Black, feminist, and ecological theology; ecumenism; and inter-faith dialogue. The emphasis on moral debate in the contemporary churches is reflected in selections discussing questions about homosexuality, divorce, AIDS, and in-vitro fertilization, amongst other issues. This further expanded fourth edition brings the anthology up-to-date with a new section looking at issues facing the twenty-first century churches. This includes extracts exploring the churches' responses to questions of social justice, international politics, trade and debt, environmental change, and technological development. New material also covers the global growth of Christianity, the progress of Christian unity, and mission in multi-faith and postmodern societies.
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Looking for a comprehensive collection of Christian writings? Look no further than "Documents of the Christian Church"! This timeless classic is a must-have reference for anyone seeking insights into the theological and political debates that have shaped Christianity over the past 2000 years.
With this newly expanded fourth edition, edited by Chris Maunder, you not only get the original material selected by Henry Bettenson but also a substantial section of more recent writings. Explore the Second Vatican Council, theologies of liberation, Church and State in different political contexts, and the emerging voices of Black, feminist, and ecological theology.
But that's not all - this comprehensive anthology also delves into the moral debates that contemporary churches grapple with. Discover thought-provoking discussions on issues such as homosexuality, divorce, AIDS, and in-vitro fertilization. These selections shed light on the ongoing dialogue surrounding these important topics.
In addition, this latest edition looks towards the challenges facing twenty-first-century churches. Learn about their responses to social justice, international politics, trade, debt, environmental change, and technological development. Explore how Christianity has grown globally, the progress of Christian unity, and the unique mission within multi-faith and postmodern societies.
Don't miss out on this invaluable resource! Stay informed, deepen your understanding, and engage in meaningful conversations inspired by the diverse range of writings in "Documents of the Christian Church." Order your copy today and embark on a journey through the history and future of Christianity. Order now to enrich your spiritual knowledge.
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