Word, Silence, and the Climate Emergency

Book Description

In a world grappling with unprecedented environmental crisis, Timothy J. Gorringe presents a profound theological exploration that connects ancient Christian wisdom with our planet's urgent needs. This comprehensive work reimagines traditional Christian doctrine through the lens of our current global emergency, offering believers a framework for understanding their faith in an age of climate upheaval.

Gorringe anchors his theological foundation in the prophetic tradition, emphasizing the political dimensions of divine revelation while centering his exploration on the figure of Jesus of Nazareth. He presents God as the antithesis of human projections, discovered not in triumphant displays but in the profound silence of suffering and isolation. This understanding emerges through what the author calls "the silence of the cross and of the isolation cell."

Structured around Trinitarian theology, the book moves systematically through core Christian doctrines. The author examines the nature of divine reality, creation, and providence before turning to the central Christian claim of God's presence in Christ. The final section focuses on the ekklesia, the gathered community of believers, and their essential role in addressing our environmental crisis.

Gorringe argues that the climate emergency represents more than an environmental challenge. It constitutes a confessional issue that should stand at the heart of contemporary Christian concern and action. This work invites readers to discover how traditional Christian teachings can illuminate pathways toward ecological responsibility and spiritual renewal in our troubled times.