Why We Live in Community

Eberhard Arnold, Thomas Merton, Basil Pennington , Basil Pennington

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German

Plough Publishing House
27 May 2014

Protestantism & Protestant Churches; Personal Christian testimony & inspirational works; Christian social thought & activity

Series: Plough Spiritual Classics: Backpack Classics for Modern Pilgrims

Everyone these days seems to be searching for community in one way or another - whether in the form of committed, nourishing relationships at home and at work, support networks, small groups, house churches - even cyberspace. But mention 'community' and many people literally go blank. They claim that they're not ready for the commitment such a term implies, or lack sufficient energy, gifts, or time. It's just not 'where they're at.' Or is it? This new translation of a time-honoured manifesto adds a fresh, engaging voice to the vital discussion of what real community is all about: love, joy, unity, and the great ""adventure of faith"" shared with others along the way. Neither Arnold nor Merton describe (or prescribe) community here, but for the individual seeker, they do provide a vision to guide and inspire the search, and for those who may have already answered the call to community, they offer the disarming challenge of greater commitment and a continually deepened faith.

By: Eberhard Arnold, Thomas Merton
Foreword by: Basil Pennington, Basil Pennington
Imprint: Plough Publishing House
Country of Publication: United States
Edition: 3rd Revised edition
Dimensions: Height: 177mm, Width: 127mm, Spine: 6mm
Weight: 113g
ISBN: 9780874860689
ISBN 10: 0874860687
Series: Plough Spiritual Classics: Backpack Classics for Modern Pilgrims
Pages: 86
Publication Date: 27 May 2014
Audience: General/trade , ELT Advanced
Format: Paperback
Publisher's Status: Active

Why community? Faith is our basis Community answers the social-political question Community is the answer of faith Community through the history of the church Life in community means life in the Spirit The symbolism of community Community is a sign of the coming kingdom Community is a call to love and unity Community means sacrifice Community – an adventure of faith T h o m a s Merton Two interpretive talks Building community on God’s love Community, politics, and contemplation Notes to Merton’s talks

Eberhard Arnold founded the Bruderhof Communities in 1920, in his native Germany. With Jesus' Sermon on the Mount as a blueprint, he and a handful of friends formed a Christian community, grounded in prayer, fellowship, nonviolence, and reverence for life.

Reviews for Why We Live in Community

Henri J. M. Nouwen One of the most challenging statements on community that I have ever read. Its radical God-centeredness makes it not only very demanding, but also very inviting, comforting, and reassuring.