{"product_id":"blind-spot-dorothy-ranaghan-9781565486638","title":"Blind Spot: War and Christian Identity","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eBlind Spot\u003c\/em\u003e subtitled War and Christian Identity deals with the problem inherent in that phrase. Considering these two concepts as running in parallel and for that very reason incapable of converging, the author boldly asserts that Christians who are unaware of this incompatibility are either turning a blind eye to it or are suffering from a Blind Spot.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe author goes on to say that arguments for a just war, though possibly relevant in the past, do not apply since the deployment of weapons of mass destruction, and that the role of Christ's followers, based on His direct teaching, is to work for justice and peace. This, she recognizes, may at times seem an impossible task, but concludes that with true commitment and the guidance of the Holy Spirit great changes may be wrought for the benefit of all.\u003c\/p\u003e This is a book of life for life. It is a must read for anyone who is open to learning about war and peace. Read it, you will change and heal the world. \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAndrea Bartoli\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003cem\u003eRepresentative to the United Nations Community of Sant'Egidio\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e Informed and informative, thoughtful and thought-provoking, inspired and inspiring, \"Blind Spot, War and Christian Identity\" is very highly recommended reading for all members of the Christian community regardless of denominational affiliation. \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMidwest Book Review\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e I read this courageous book in one sitting, cover to cover. I was personally challenged and felt, like Ranaghan, 'an inconsistent advocate of non-violence' in many regards. \u003cem\u003eBlind Spot\u003c\/em\u003e is a prophetic wake-up call for Christians of all denominations. \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eP. Raniero Cantalamessa, OFM Cap.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003cem\u003eFormer Preacher to the Papal Household\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e Drawing on her rich experience in the charismatic movement, Dorothy Ranaghan helps us see the difference the Holy Spirit can make for how we as a church can be an alternative to war. \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStanley Hauerwas, \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003cem\u003eProfessor of Theological Ethics at the Divinity School of Duke University\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cem\u003eBlind Spot\u003c\/em\u003e is a remarkable book - well-written and totally engaging. I thought I'd already given ample thought to the teaching of the Church on war and violence. But, Ranaghan tackles this complex subject in a straightforward and thought-provoking way which brought me face to face with my superficial understanding of war and Christian identity. \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCharles Whitehead, \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003cem\u003ePast Chairman, National Service Committee for the Charismatic Renewal in England\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e In this well-researched and well-reasoned book, Dorothy Ranaghan challenges us and offers healing for a major blind spot in our contemporary understanding of the teachings of the church and Scripture on war and violence. \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBert Ghezzi, \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Author of \u003cem\u003eVoices of the Saints: A 365-Day Journey With Our Spiritual Companions\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e This is a thought-provoking and consciousness-raising little book and well worth reading. \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAlexandra Irvine\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003cem\u003etheGoodBookStall.org.uk\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e Anyone seriously concerned about the implications of military service, patriotism, \"the war on terror,\" or the culture of war in general - but who has not yet made a mature decision about any of the above - should probably read this book. It is an impassioned plea for nonviolence, carved out of the rock of Christian scriptures but acknowledging that from that same rock, other possibilities or modifications might also have been realized. The strengths and weaknesses of Just War Theory are clearly presented (31-40), as is the practice of Peacemaking (87-102). The author adds a timely reminder that sometimes the very language we use to describe our differences and disagreements can become overloaded with acrimonious and bellicose terminology (We wage a war of words, as we struggle or fight to convince others; and the Church itself is often described as separated into opposing sides, locked in conflict) ... It would be helpful for preachers, as well as for reading clubs or workshops. It is accessible but not simplistic; and the references and bibliography are very good for a book of such modest scope and size. \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAnthony J. Gittins, CSSp\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003cem\u003eCatholic Library World\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eAuthor:\u003c\/b\u003e Dorothy Ranaghan\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eISBN-10:\u003c\/b\u003e 1565486633\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eISBN-13:\u003c\/b\u003e 9781565486638\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePublisher:\u003c\/b\u003e New City Press\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eLanguage:\u003c\/b\u003e English\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePublished:\u003c\/b\u003e 01\/01\/2015\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePages:\u003c\/b\u003e 112\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eFormat:\u003c\/b\u003e Paperback\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eWeight:\u003c\/b\u003e 0.26lbs\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eSize:\u003c\/b\u003e 7.80h x 5.10w x 0.40d","brand":"Dorothy Ranaghan","offers":[{"title":"Paperback","offer_id":48445380985087,"sku":"9781565486638","price":16.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0662\/2982\/9887\/files\/img_3ec6b593-cef8-4c4c-a657-1cffcdb40109.jpg?v=1777218245","url":"https:\/\/www.whiterainbookhouse.com\/products\/blind-spot-dorothy-ranaghan-9781565486638","provider":"WR Book House","version":"1.0","type":"link"}