
This Side of Heaven
Race, Ethnicity, and Christian Faith
Oxford University Press Inc
Published on 30. November 2006
Book
Hardback
370 pages
978-0-19-531056-6 (ISBN)
Description
In recent years Christian scholars have become increasingly aware of their responsibility to recognise and repsond to the challenges posed by ethnic and racial diversity. Similarly, historically white Christian colleges, universities, seminaries and congregations are struggling to transform themselves into communities that are welcoming to minorities and sensitive to their needs. This collection of all-new essays is meant to enable those who are engaged in these initiatives to understand the historical linkage of race , ethnicity and Christianity and to explore the ways in which constructive change can be achieved. Written by an interracial and interethnic team of scholars representing diverse disciplines, this book will meet a pressing need and set a new standard for the discussion of race and ethnicity in the Christian context.
Reviews / Votes
Amply documented and with helpful bibliographies, this set will appeal to all concerned about diversity in evangelical congregations, schools, and other agencies. * Choice * This Side of Heaven is a major contribution to the study of race, ethnicity, and religion. I found an incredible wealth of knowledge and insight in the book's chapters. This is a book to use in college and seminary courses, to read in your home, and to work through in small groups. Be prepared for serious discussions, as this volume if full of hard hitting chapters that cut to the core of religion, race, and ethnicity. Strongly recommended. * Michael O. Emerson, co-author of Divided by Faith and United by Faith * This Side of Heaven is unique among Christian books on multiculturalism and race because the authors combine thier social science analysis with their theological viewpoints. * Contemporary Sociology * The editors have managed to produce a volume that has unity and clarity, combining the realistic double edge of social analysis with a courageous rereading of biblical texts and a hopeful attitude in spite of discomforting facts. In short, this book represents missiology at its best. * International Bulletin of Missionary Research *More details
Language
English
Place of publication
New York
United States
Target group
Professional and scholarly
Illustrations
2 maps, 2 line illus.
Dimensions
Height: 240 mm
Width: 161 mm
Thickness: 25 mm
Weight
722 gr
ISBN-13
978-0-19-531056-6 (9780195310566)
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Persons
Robert J. Priest is Director of the PhD Program in Intercultural Studies and Professor of Mission and Anthropology at Trinity Evangelical Divinity School. His research and writing have focused on religious conversion, moral discourse, and missionary practices. Alvaro L. Nieves is Department Chair and Professor of Sociology at Wheaton College. He recently served as General Editor of The Latino Heritage Bible and has also
served as a consultant to the Department of Energy.
served as a consultant to the Department of Energy.
Editor
Director, PhD Program in Intercultural StudiesDirector, PhD Program in Intercultural Studies, Trinity Evangelical Divinity School
Professor of SociologyProfessor of Sociology, Wheaton College, Illinois