In this impassioned, analytical, playful, and irreverent book, theologian Amy Laura Hall takes up Julian of Norwich's call to laugh at the Devil as a means to transform a setting of dread and fear into the means to create hope, solidarity, and resistance.
Engaging with contemporary issues, Amy Laura Hall's columns reflect her thoughtful critique of both globalism and the Christian trend towards asceticism. Blending personal anecdotes, scholarly insights, and cultural references, she tackles subjects like school dress codes, surveillance, LGBTQ rights, and workplace dynamics. Her vibrant writing invites readers to consider how to improve their communities and live more fully, emphasizing the importance of local action and the pursuit of daily truth and flourishing.
Exploring the intersection of reproductive bioethics and mainstream Protestantism, the book examines how historical views on family and procreation have shaped contemporary debates on genetic manipulation and designer babies. Through an analysis of media images from the twentieth century, the author reveals a troubling complicity in promoting a culture of selective parenthood, which marginalizes diverse family structures. The work aims to provoke thoughtful discussions within faith communities, encouraging inclusive perspectives on parenthood that embrace all families and children.
This comprehensive study delves into Kierkegaard's complex views on love, highlighting its treachery, inherent difficulties, and the glimmers of hope it offers. By examining his philosophical insights, the book reveals the nuanced interplay between love's challenges and its potential for profound connection, making it a significant contribution to the understanding of Kierkegaard's thought on this universal theme.