<div class="promoPodTabbedPanelsBL"><p>A pioneer in his radical approach to politics and prayer, internationally known theologian and activist Kenneth Leech has for half a century influenced religious leaders on both sides of the Atlantic. This essential reference text brings together his writings on prayer, contextual theology, and social justice in one wide-ranging volume.</p><p>This selection of writings illustrates how theology can inform prayer and action in a local context, plus highlights wider themes such as globalization and inter-faith collaboration. Secondary goals were to present materials from both British and North American perspectives. The key criteria in selecting material were continuing relevance, popular appeal, and readability.</p><p>The book is organized by theme, including:</p><p><strong>FIRST PRINCIPLES —</strong> illustrating how his revolutionary political convictions arose from Trinitarian orthodoxy.</p><p><strong>THE VISIBLE CHURCH</strong> — focusing on the Anglican denomination, and on reaction and renewal of the Catholic tradition.</p><p><strong>MINISTRY ON THE MARGINS —</strong> highlighting Leech’s work in various aspects of ministry, especially with respect to anti-racism, drugs, homelessness, and young people.</p><p><strong>SPIRITUAL THEOLOGY — </strong>containing his reflections about prayer and worship, noting particularly the indivisibility of spirituality and social justice.</p><p><strong>PILGRIM JOURNEY —</strong> including people and places that have influenced Leech and personal reflections about discipleship and ministry.</p></div>