rising of Bread for the World, The
Book Description
When ordinary people unite around a shared spiritual calling, extraordinary transformation becomes possible. Arthur R. Simon chronicles the remarkable journey of how Bread for the World emerged as a powerful Christian voice in the fight against global hunger.
This inspiring account reveals how a grassroots movement grew from humble beginnings into an organization of over sixty thousand members who actively influence national policy on hunger issues. Rather than simply offering charity, these committed individuals discovered how to create systemic change by engaging directly with Congress and government officials to advocate for more effective anti-hunger policies.
Simon demonstrates how everyday Christians can move beyond individual acts of compassion to become agents of structural transformation. The book illustrates how collective action, rooted in faith, can reach millions of people worldwide who struggle with food insecurity both domestically and internationally.
For readers seeking to understand how spiritual conviction translates into meaningful social impact, this narrative offers both practical insights and spiritual encouragement. It shows how religious communities can effectively engage with political systems while maintaining their moral compass and Christian identity.
The story serves as a compelling example of how faith-driven advocacy can bridge the gap between personal spirituality and public policy, creating lasting change that extends far beyond what any individual could accomplish alone.
Who Is This For?
📖 Reading Level: Short (< 200 pages) (~5 hours)
📄 Length: 168 pages
What You'll Discover
- ✓ Explore Church work with the poor
- ✓ Explore Religious aspects
- ✓ Explore Christianity
- ✓ Explore Bread for the World (Organization)
- ✓ Explore Religious aspects of Hunger
- ✓ Explore Food supply
- ✓ Explore Hunger
- ✓ Explore Religious aspects of Food supply
