Notes from a Wayward Son
A Miscellany
Format:Hardback
Publisher:James Clarke & Co Ltd
Published:30th Apr '20
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This collection showcases Andrew Walker's extensive writings, offering insights into the church's mission and its relationship with modern culture in Notes from a Wayward Son.
In Notes from a Wayward Son, the writings of theologian Andrew Walker are presented, showcasing the depth and diversity of his academic pursuits throughout a remarkable career. Walker stands out as one of the most insightful scholars of his time, as noted by William J. Abraham, who emphasizes the unique blend of wisdom and passion that Walker brings to his teaching. This collection invites readers to engage with a voice that has significantly contributed to the church's understanding of its mission in contemporary society.
The book serves as a 'miscellany' that captures Walker's extensive knowledge, spanning various topics from Pentecostalism and Charismatic Renewal to Eastern Orthodoxy and the works of C. S. Lewis. It also addresses the challenges posed by modernity to the church and explores themes of mission and ecumenism in the West. Each piece reflects Walker's 'ecclesial intelligence' and interdisciplinary approach, making it a valuable resource for those interested in the intersection of theology and culture.
As readers delve into Notes from a Wayward Son, they will find themselves at the table with a teacher who not only imparts knowledge but also inspires deeper reflection on the church's role in a rapidly changing world. Walker's insights are particularly relevant in an age often swayed by fleeting trends, reminding us of the enduring importance of thoughtful engagement with faith and culture.
"Andrew Walker inhabits the life of the mind with rare clarity and insight. He probes and tests the dynamics of contemporary Christianity with innumerable shafts of constructive insight, making sense of theological, sociological, and cultural dynamics. He has the intellectual gifts to understand Christians with whom he cannot fully agree in ways that help them and those unlike them better understand themselves. Andrew's contribution to the academy and the church is profound and admirable." --Rob Warner, Vice-Chancellor and Chief Executive, Plymouth Marjon University "There are very few scholars who bring together genuine experience and appreciation of the Charismatic movement, Pentecostalism, and Eastern Orthodoxy, along with a sensitivity to the currents running through the wider church across the world. Andrew Walker does this and more in this fascinating collection of pieces touching on his extraordinary wide-raging interests. There is much here to stimulate and to instruct--it is forthright yet sensitive, perceptive yet pastoral." --Graham Tomlin, Bishop of Kensington, President of St Mellitus College "The second edition of Notes from a Wayward Son highlights the ground-breaking work of Andrew Walker, bringing together his expertise in sociology and his commitment to orthodox trinitarian theology." --Pete Ward, Professor of Practical Theology, University of Durham
ISBN: 9780227177099
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363 pages