It is important to live in the present. However, especially with refugee week coming up and the noise being made by certain politicians, we also need to remember that we are part of a living communion of Saints.
“The Radical Tradition” (Edited by Gilbert Márkus op DLT 1993) Tells the stories of some of our ancestors who’s lives challenge the world order. They inspire us to dig deep into the roots our Christianity and draw strength. Radical, rooted, anchored with love for our neighbours. Living in a relationship with the architect of creation.
Many Christians feel utterly alone when struggling with corrupt political or economic systems, or being ridiculed for their commitment to racial justice or sexual equality, or even confronting the law when they feel, in conscience, they must disobey while seeking peace.
Frequently they will be criticised or even abused by other Christians for ‘mixing politics and religion’. They may find their pastors unsympathetic or worse …
… But they should be comforted, because it is they who are bearing the mainstream of the Christian tradition, not their critics. For at the very heart of the Christian faith we have these examples of sanctity, of what it means to follow Christ in the world of violence and slavery and falsehood.
Introduction Xiii
