Being Christian today

By George Weigel

Book Description

In a time when faith and public life intersect in increasingly complex ways, this thoughtful collection brings together leading voices from across the Christian spectrum to examine what it means to live as a believer in contemporary America. Richard John Neuhaus orchestrates a meaningful dialogue between evangelical Protestant, ecumenical Protestant, and Roman Catholic perspectives, creating space for honest conversation about the most pressing social and ethical questions of our time.

The contributors tackle challenging issues that every person of faith encounters: How do we navigate questions of human freedom and its proper boundaries? What does Christian witness look like when addressing poverty, economic development, and global concerns? How should believers engage with matters of war, peace, and emerging world order? The discussion extends to cultural questions about the state of both intellectual and popular culture in America today.

Rather than offering simple answers, this book models how Christians from different traditions can engage respectfully with difficult topics while maintaining their convictions. The format includes major essays followed by thoughtful responses from seventeen additional scholars and practitioners, creating a rich tapestry of perspectives that mirrors the complexity of real-world faith communities.

For readers seeking to understand how Christian faith applies to public life and social responsibility, this collection provides both intellectual rigor and practical wisdom for navigating the intersection of belief and citizenship in modern society.