The Social God: Subversive Contemplation and the Renewal of the Radical Christian Tradition

In an era where the church's social concerns are often seen as moderate or co-opted by the Christian Right, this book offers a bold critique and reimagining of the church's mission. It argues that the true essence of Christian practice lies in engaging in subversive contemplation that seeks renewal in unexpected places. Drawing on compelling new evidence, the book explores how monasteries and cathedrals have become unlikely sites of spiritual renewal, particularly in response to the church'...