Anabaptism: Radical
Christianity, an introduction to a movement
that emerged in the Reformation era of
the sixteenth century, a movement that
was often condemned by the Church at large
for its anti-establishment egalitarian
views.
This book demonstrates why Anabaptism,
a radical alternative Christianity with
roots in the Reformation, can enrich the
whole Church in its mission and discipleship.
Today it brings its distinctive voice
and practices to the many challenges created
in the failures of traditional western
Christianity. The historic counter-cultural
nature of Anabaptism enables it to offer
viable patterns of witness, discipleship
and worship to enhance the life and mission
of the whole twenty-first century Church.
This book examines the roots of Anabaptism,
outlines it six core practical beliefs,
underpinned by the four key principles
of vision, spirituality, community and
personal activism. It also shows how Anabaptism
can speak into five contemporary UK issues.