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The Republic of Grace Augustinian Thoughts for Dark Times Charles Mathewes A timely, insightful vision for American Christians living in today’s uncertain world Since 9/11, much ink has been spilled on how religion has shaped and mis-shaped our politics. This book reverses that order, asking instead how American politics has shaped and mis-shaped our religious life. Charles Mathewes has written this primer on politics and the public square to help American citizens, particularly Christians, find hope in public life in these “dark times.” Drawing on the rich Augustinian Christian tradition, Mathewes organizes his Republic of Grace around the theological virtues of faith, hope, and love, discussing first the challenges of terror (to hope), of empire (to faith), and of consumer capitalism (to love). Avoiding simplistic answers to complex national and international problems, Mathewes thoughtfully addresses the nature of terrorism, the challenges of American geopolitics, the promise and perils of globalization, and more as he develops a constructive framework for Christian engagement with this deeply flawed world of ours. A thought-provoking, finely nuanced work, The Republic of Grace will inspire readers to work together for a good larger than each of us, larger than faction or party or nation, a genuinely common good rooted in commitment to the kingdom of God. Charles Mathewes is associate professor of religious studies at the University of Virginia, Charlottesville. His other books include Evil and the Augustinian Tradition and A Theology of Public Life. Of related interest The Way That Leads There Gilbert Meilaender 978-0-8028-3213-9 Reordered Love, Reordered Lives David K. Naugle 978-0-8028-2817-0 The Consolations of Theology Brian S. Rosner 978-0-8028-6040-8 The End of Memory Miroslav Volf 978-0-8028-2989-4 Contents introduction: Teaching in a Time of War 1. Prophecy after the End of History Part I: Seeing as Christians 2. 9/11: Terror, War, and Hope 3. 11/9: Empire, Hegemony, and Faith 4. Love in the Age of Millennial Capitalism Part II: Looking Like Christians 5. Love and Political Responsibility 6. Faith and Political Commitment 7. Hope and Political Engagement conclusion: Learning to Begin Religion & Society September / 978-0-8028-6508-3 6″ × 9″ paperback 280 pages / $20.00 [£12.99] 8 www.eerdmans.com toll free 800 253 7521
Emory University Studies in Law and Religion John Witte Jr., general editor Building Cultures of Trust Martin E. Marty A respected scholar’s reflections on trust in the public sphere American society, with its growing polarizations, is experiencing a profound crisis of trust, from government to mass media to educational and religious institutions. And — whether we realize it or not — this crisis affects us all. In Building Cultures of Trust eminent scholar Martin Marty proposes ways of improving the conditions for trust at what might be called the “grassroots” level. He maintains that citizens must put energy into inventing, developing, and encouraging “cultures of trust” in all areas of life — families, schools, neighborhoods, workplaces, churches, and so on. Marty particularly investigates how the often adversarial proponents of science and religion can develop a “culture of trust” in which to communicate constructively rather than pronouncing and talking past each other. In reply to those who doubt that small-scale efforts at trust-building can actually make a difference, Marty asks, What is the alternative? “The presidential election of 2000, the sexual abuse scandal in the Catholic Church, and the wars in Afghanistan and Iraq have made the degree to which trust in political and religious leaders has been completely broken a serious consideration. In his thoughtful and probing study, Marty, the dean of American religious thinkers, examines some of the reasons that mistrust is fostered in society and then suggests ways that trust can become a more evident feature of society, enriching our lives. . . . Offers hopeful suggestions.” — Publishers Weekly “With Marty’s characteristic depth and insight into American public life, this book is a vital resource for anyone who wishes to contribute to recovering a more ‘civil’ society and moral public discourse.” — Jim Wallis president and CEO of Sojourners author of Rediscovering Values Martin E. Marty is the Fairfax M. Cone Distinguished Service Professor Emeritus at the University of Chicago. Among his many books are Righteous Empire and the three-volume Modern American Religion. Religion & Society August / 978-0-8028-6546-5 6″ × 9″ hardcover 200 pages / $22.99 [£16.99] Also by Martin Marty The Mystery of the Child 978-0-8028-1766-2 www.eerdmans.com toll free 800 253 7521 9
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