ABOUT THE ATR
The Anglican Theological Review is a quarterly journal of theological reflection within the Episcopal Church USA and the Anglican Church of Canada. In the spirit of sound learning that has been a hallmark of Anglicanism worldwide, its aim is to foster scholarly excellence and thoughtful conversation in and for the church. The journal is committed to creative intellectual engagement with Christian tradition and interdisciplinary inquiry that includes literature and the arts, philosophy, and science.
DESCRIPTION OF THE WINTER 2015 ISSUE
The Winter 2015 issue of the ATR opens with two addresses by Carolyn J. Sharp on the challenge of wrestling faithfully with the "difficult texts" of scripture. Using C. S. Lewis as his guide, Travis Dumsday then explores the philosophical arguments used by contemporary atheists to dispute the existence of God. Daniel Marrs continues this exploration of divine presence in his essay on Thomas Cranmer's understanding of the presence of Christ in the eucharist. In her essay, Carol H. Poston examines Evelyn Underhill's relationship with Mary as bearer of the Word but also as guide, mentor, and exemplar for all who seek to mediate the presence of Christ in their daily lives. Finally, in his Practicing Theology essay Simon James Mainwaring offers fresh perspectives on theological education today, and the Review Article by John T. Harwood considers the work of theologian Sallie McFague and her decades of reflection on God's creation. As always, this issue also includes poetry and book reviews.
