The fruit of extensive conversations between sixty pastor-theologians from across the United States--many of whom are contributors to the volume--Persons in Community highlights the basic insights from the ecumenical Christian tradition that still provide guidance and inspiration in the human quest for personal integrity, as well as the pressing need for justice, peace, and freedom today. The authors first re-examine the concept of people as God's image-bearers from biblical, doctrinal, and cultural perspectives. They then develop a fresh portrait of people as God's faithful and prudent managers, created to live in loving community.
