Revisioning Christian Unity: Journeying with Jesus Christ, the Reconciler at the Global Christian Forum, Limuru, November 2007 (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781608991099)

We have here what might be described as a new Pentecost.Cecil M. Robeck, Fuller Theological SeminaryThe most important aspect of the forum is that, in deep and direct human encounters, we have found Christ in each other. It has confirmed to me that we are being led by the Holy Spirit to deepen our commitment to unity. This is the hour of His grace, if only we would listen. Bishop Brian Farrell, Pontifical Council for Promoting Christian UnityWe believe this table brings greater understanding and breaks stereotypes.Geoff Tunnicliffe, World Evangelical AllianceThis wasn't a conference that produced papers. We prayed together. This wasn't a conference that debated doctrines. We shared our faith stories with one another. This wasn't a legislative body that voted, creating winners and losers. We listened to one another. That is why we gathered.Bishop Jessica Crist, Evangelical Lutheran Church in AmericaIf the Global Christian Forum continues for a couple of decades, this gathering will some day be viewed as a watershed in twenty-first century Christianity.Larry Miller, Mennonite World ConferenceSome would have said this event is not possible, but here we are.Rev. Samuel Kobia, World Council of ChurchesThe forum enriched my faith and expanded my view of Christian diversity, as I came to a deeper realization that the Christian faith is so much bigger that any one denomination or fellowship.Bishop James Leggett, Pentecostal World FellowshipThis meeting has been a milestone, setting an example and suggesting standards for dialogue among Christians. It has built up momentum that will now be felt in many other places.Rev. John Mathews, Malankara Orthodox Syrian ChurchMy participation in the forum will help me to understand where o

Author: Huibert Van Beek
ISBN-10: 1608991091
ISBN-13: 9781608991099
Publisher: Wipf & Stock Publishers
Language: English
Published: 10/01/2005
Pages: 288
Format: Paperback
Weight: 1.00lbs
Size: 8.90h x 6.10w x 0.70d