Edge-walkers: Reimagining faith, church and theology

Edge-walkers: Reimagining faith, church and theology is an exploration of emergent and generative 'Christianities', seen through the lenses of a diverse range of reflective practitioners in Australia.

In this book, 20 cutting-edge leaders explore and interrogate what it means for them to be on the fringes of faith, church and theology. The book stresses the urgent need for 'edge' ministries today and how they contribute to the much-needed renewal and life of the church and our faith.

These edge-walkers are reimagining faith, church and theology in their practice. The book amplifies their voices so that we can learn from these emerging iterations and possibilities of the Christian faith. Each chapter focuses on the theological and practical implications of their lived experiences, wrestling with practices such as Neighbourhood, Evangelism, Digital Connection, Play, Pakipaki, Decolonisation and Eucharist. Some practices are ancient to the Christian faith, while others have emerged in recent times as people contextualise the gospel. The Christian faith is not monolithic, but multi-coloured and diverse.

The edge-walkers in this book show us what is possible in a season when so many are leaving the church and deconstructing (and reconstructing) their faith. Their persistence, innovation and gentleness give us hope for the future of the changing landscape of the church, faith and theology.