Social Justice Handbook: Small Steps for a Better World

Social Justice Handbook: Small Steps for a Better World (BridgeLeader Books)
2010 Outreach Magazine Resource of the Year award winner: justice category Every day we are confronted by challenging societal problems, from poverty and institutional racism to AIDS and homelessness. It can all seem so overwhelming. But while none of us can do everything, all of us can do something. This handbook will help you discover what you can do. Mae Elise Cannon provides a comprehensive resource for Christians like you who are committed to social justice. She presents biblical rationale for justice and explains a variety of Christian approaches to doing justice. Tracing the history of Christians in social engagement, she lifts out role models and examples from the Great Awakenings to the civil rights movement. A wide-ranging catalog of topics and issues give background info about justice issues at home and abroad, such as
- sex trafficking
- domestic violence
- living wage initiatives
- debt relief
- environmental stewardship
- bioethics
- and much, much more
This handbook includes dozens of practical exercises for taking action, as well as profiles of key figures and movements like William Wilberforce, the Salvation Army and Bono, highlighting how Christians and churches can make a difference. Also included are spiritual practices and resources to help us move from immobility to advocacy. God has always worked through his people to accomplish improbable tasks, and he can use you too. This handbook will be an essential companion for living justly, loving mercy and walking humbly with your God.
Country USA
Brand IVP
Manufacturer IVP
Binding Paperback
ItemPartNumber 014001
ReleaseDate 2009-09-11
UnitCount 1
EANs 9780830837151

Country	USA
Brand	IVP
Manufacturer	IVP
Binding	Paperback
ItemPartNumber	014001
ReleaseDate	2009-09-11
UnitCount	1
EANs	9780830837151

Social Justice Handbook: Small Steps for a Better World (BridgeLeader Books)

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