Rev. Dr. Mae Elise Cannon is an author, speaker, and advocate deeply concerned with God's heart for the poor and oppressed. Her writing focuses on the intersection of faith and social justice, exploring how spiritual practices fuel social action and how a more just world can be achieved. Drawing on her extensive background in theology and history, particularly concerning the Middle East, Cannon challenges readers to engage in thoughtful activism and advocates for tangible steps toward a better world.
Evangelical Christianity in America has a reputation for political self- interest and hurtful attitudes toward homosexuals, women, minorities, and followers of different religions. In Forgive Us, four evangelical leaders confess the church's public failings and call their fellow believers to reengage the surrounding culture in a new and better way.
The world is not as God intends it to be. But complex problems warrant more attention than quick posts on social media. How can we actually make a difference? Helping us accomplish change through a range of strategic avenues, activist Mae Elise Cannon shows us how to channel our passions to care effectively for our neighbor and the world.
Focusing on social justice, the book offers a thorough resource for Christians seeking to engage with this vital issue. It includes biblical reasoning and outlines various approaches to justice. Additionally, it covers a diverse array of topics and issues, providing essential background information on justice challenges both domestically and internationally.
Throughout history, Christians have been called by God to active engagement in society on behalf of the poor and oppressed. Christian leaders have been instrumental in caring for people who are poor, fighting injustice and advocating for social change. But they have never done so on their own power. Their energy and zeal were fueled by inner spiritual practices that propelled them forward into the world. Activist and historian Mae Elise Cannon explores the direct connection between Christians' personal relationship with God and outward actions of kindness, mercy, compassion and advocacy. She looks at how notable Christian leaders were able to face societal challenges because of the rich depths of their spiritual practices. For Biographical profiles of these and other key figures from around the world give us concrete examples of how activism and advocacy can be sustained over the long haul. Cannon also describes modern-day activists who embody the synergy of faith and action, with practical lessons for our own lives. Find yourself spiritually transformed by these examples, and follow in their footsteps in just service to the world.