A Theology of the Land: Terra Australis from Christian-Aboriginal Perspectives
A book by Christopher Sexton, with a note of appreciation from Hon Michael Kirby.
Sexton, a Christian lawyer, consulted deeply with our First Peoples. He found more in common between our distinct spiritualities than might be expected. Proving once again that listening deeply to each other will often yield common ground.
On the face of things, the spirituality of Australia’s Aboriginals is hard to reconcile with a spirituality of Christian theology, with its human centrism apt to a Son of God in Man, made flesh in Jesus.
Christopher Sexton drew on his deep Catholic beliefs and intense dialogues with Aboriginal elders, finds surprisingly ample common ground. The creation stories of each lay emphasis on humanity’s stewardship for the earth and its mystical riches.
Join the virtual launch of A Theology of the Land : Terra Australis from Christian-Aboriginal Perspectives
Thursday 28 May 2020 by visiting www.atfpress.com and type the name 'Sexton' in the search bar, you will have access to the launch transcript by Dr Terry Lovat. The Book and launch material will go live at 3pm AET.
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About the Author:
Christopher Gerard Sexton was a Sydney-based lawyer who spent many years working in Redfern, especially with the Aboriginal community with which he developed an affinity and to which he became a devoted friend. He turned his hand latterly to theology and developed a particular passion for creating intellectual pathways between Christian theology and Aboriginal spirituality, with special reference to issues of creation and Land. His final academic work was in the form of a PhD at the University of Newcastle in which he gave voice to this passion. This book, essentially his thesis, is dedicated to his memory and his noble quest.
PURCHASE
A special purchase price* available until 31 May 2020 through ATF press.
$32.45 for soft cover, $31.85 for hard cover. * use discount 'Sexton'
