BLIND SPOT
War and Christian Identity
Dorothy Garrity Ranaghan
War and Christian
Identity
PAPERBACK; 112 PAGES; 2011
ISBN: 978-1-56548-395-8
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About this Book
Many Christians have a collective "blind spot"—theological
or practical—on the issues of warefare and violence.That inability to
"see" seems to stem from a hole in our vision of Christian identity.
This book attempts to heal that blind spot through a thorough understanding
of Jesus’ Gospel message.
Some Reviews:
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. Blind Spot is a prophetic wake-up call for Christians of
all denominations.
P. Raniero Cantalamessa, OFM Cap., Preacher to the Papal Household
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.
Stanley Hauerwas,
Professor of Theological Ethics at the Divinity School of Duke University
Blind Spot 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.
Charles Whitehead,
Past Chairman, National Service Committee for the Charismatic Renewal in England
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.
Bert Ghezzi,
Author of Voices of the Saints: A 365-Day Journey With Our Spiritual Companions
This is a thought-provoking
and consciousness-raising little book and well worth reading.
Alexandra Irvine, in theGoodBookStall.org.uk
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.
Anthony J. Gittins, CSSp in Catholic Library World
About the author
Dorothy Garrity Ranaghan
Dorothy Ranaghan is the author of several books and writes for various Christian
magazines. She co-authored Catholic Pentecostals, the first book detailing
the history of this renewal movement and articulating its theological implications.
Dorothy holds an MA in Theology from the University of Notre Dame and was
a founding member of the People of Praise, a charismatic, ecumenical Christian
covenant community.
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