Theologians of a new world order
Book Description
In the turbulent decades of the 1930s and 1940s, a remarkable group of Protestant theologians stepped beyond the walls of academia to reshape America's understanding of its role in the world. Heather Warren chronicles how visionary religious thinkers like Henry P. Van Dusen, Reinhold Niebuhr, John Bennett, Francis P. Miller, Georgia Harkness, and Samuel McCrea Cavert developed a powerful theology that would influence American foreign policy and international engagement for generations.
These theologians faced a critical moment in history when traditional liberal theology seemed inadequate to address the rising threats of racial nationalism and global conflict. Rather than retreating into abstract doctrine, they chose to engage directly with the pressing moral questions of their time. They translated complex theological concepts into language that ordinary believers could understand, providing a spiritual framework for evaluating world events and America's responsibilities.
Warren reveals how these religious leaders established themselves as prophetic voices by challenging both existing theological traditions and the social order itself. They didn't merely critique from the sidelines but proposed concrete solutions and worked tirelessly to implement them through both governmental and ecclesiastical channels. Their influence extended far beyond church circles, reaching national media and shaping public discourse about America's international obligations.
This compelling narrative illuminates how thoughtful spiritual engagement with contemporary issues can create lasting change, offering insights for modern readers seeking to understand the intersection of faith and social responsibility.
Who Is This For?
📖 Reading Level: Short (< 200 pages) (~6 hours)
📄 Length: 199 pages
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