Theology as Threshold

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Theologies that have been formed and nurtured beyond colonial confines are key to the relevance of theology. This collection, "from a thickly contextual perspective" (as the editors put it), sets Maori, Pasifika, and Pakeha voices at the thresholds of theology. In the global south, the threshold of homes, buildings, and all entrances, are sacred places that welcome, greet and include all-stranger and friend. In such places, excluded or ignored theological voices find affirmation and freedom of expression. This collection is such a place! -- Aruna Gnanadason, feminist author and theologian, India Theology as Threshold is a whariki (tapestry) that weaves together the voices and rich insights of Maori, Pasifika and Pakeha theologians based in Aotearoa New Zealand. The volume showcases some of the reflections and concrete practices of theologians who are grappling with the complex, open-ended work of decolonising theological education. All of us who teach in seminaries and universities in Oceania (and elsewhere) need to read and learn from these essays! -- Michael Mawson, Charles Sturt University When theologians from Aotearoa (New Zealand) and Pasifika (Oceania) re-envision theology as space and threshold, the world needs to listen up-not because of prevalent commitments to diversity and inclusion but because our collective survival on this planet depends on it. -- Joerg Rieger, Vanderbilt University This exciting volume invites creative imagination about the thresholds of theology by showcasing the works of Aotearoa and Pasifika scholars. This symphony of voices includes storytelling, rereading the Bible and theology, and critique of theological education. I highly recommend it. -- Kwok Pui-lan, Candler School of Theology, Emory University