Thomas Fitzgerald

Orthodox Perspectives on Mission

Evangelism & Missions

“Orthodox Perspectives on Mission is a significant collection of essays highlighting the distinctive and creative contributions of Orthodox Christians to both missiology and ecumenical witness. The first part contains classic essays from a number of contemporary Orthodox theologians. These contributions point to the self understanding of the Orthodox especially in light of ecumenical dialogues and interfaith discussions. The second part includes presentations from the Edinburgh Conference of 2010 as well as other papers related to this meeting. This collection is a valuable resource for those concerned with the relationship between mission and ecumenism as well as the broader engagement of the Orthodox Christianity and the Christian West.”

Wealth and Poverty in Early Church and Society

Theology

“The social obligations of the wealthy and the needs of the poor in the teachings and practices of early Christians are examined in these essays with rich insight, having much contemporary value. The authors remind us that for the patristic mind, virtue cannot be separated from piety and learning. To praise the living God as philanthrōpos and to recall his saving actions require also a genuine love for human persons, especially the poor.”