Love in Action by Simon Cuff

Love in Action by Simon Cuff

Described as 'the Catholic church's best kept secret,' Catholic Social Teaching provides a rich body of thought, and finds a particular resonance as all denominations in the church seek to engage with the needs of contemporary society. Yet beyond the immediate context of the Catholic church, it is all too readily ignored.   Resolutely aimed at those who come from traditions beyond the movement’s traditional catholic heartlands but who seek to view their ministry through the lens of generous orthodoxy, Love in Action offers a deeply scriptural but accessible introduction to this vital approach to the church’s ministry in the world.

“When Justin Welby referred to Catholic Social Teaching as, ‘one of the greatest treasures that the Churches globally have to offer,’ not only was he correct but also speaking for many of us who aren’t Roman CatholicsToo many Christians are still unaccustomed with this rich vein of Church teaching, though. Into that void steps Fr Simon Cuff as an able guide. He takes us on a whistle stop tour of vital concepts such as solidarity and human dignity and demonstrates their urgent need in today’s politically febrile atmosphere. Vitally, he roots this teaching in practical examples from his own experience. A book for leaders, both clergy and lay, in all Christian denominations who are concerned with God’s heart for justice.”

-- Andy Walton, Writer and Broadcaster
“Many may have heard of Catholic Social Teaching, but wondered what it is and why it matters. Simon Cuff has written a lucid, well-researched and accessible introduction to this important strand of thinking which helps the church engage critically and constructively with the life of the societies in which it lives.” -- Graham Tomlin, Bishop of Kensington
'...a well-written and thought-provoking guide to issues which should be of concern to all Christians, not least the concept of ‘the preferential option for the poor’, which goes beyond compassion for the poor but involves justice for the poor too. This is a theological text-book with a punch!' -- Paul Beasley-Murray, Chairman of the College of Baptist Ministers

Fr Simon Cuff is a Tutor and Lecturer in Theology at St Mellitus College. He studied Philosophy and Theology and Jewish Studies at Oxford University. His doctoral research was on the reception of Scripture in recent philosophy and critical theory. He is Coordinating Fellow of the Centre for Theology and Community.

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ISBN 13	9780334057932
ISBN 10	0334057930
Title	Love in Action
Author	Simon Cuff
Condition	Unavailable
Binding Type	Paperback
Publisher	SCM Press
Year published	2019-02-28
Number of pages	215
Cover note	Book picture is for illustrative purposes only, actual binding, cover or edition may vary.