Brian Brock is lecturer in moral and practical theology atthe University of Aberdeen, Scotland. He is the author ofSinging the Ethos of God: On the Place of ChristianEthics in Scripture and has written extensively onmedical ethics and disability theology. For moreinformation, visit the University of Aberdeen website. John Swinton is professor of practical theology and pastoral care at the University of Aberdeen, Scotland, and founding director of Aberdeen's Centre for Spirituality, Health, and Disability. He worked as a nurse for sixteen years within the fields of mental health and learning disabilities and later also as a community mental health chaplain.
Jean Vanier
founder of L'Arche
"A book that is indispensable for all those who reflect upon the
value of people with a disability and their place in the church. It
gives significant extracts of eminent theologians and people
committed in the church over the ages on this subject." Frances
Young
University of Birmingham
"From the Cappadocian Fathers and Augustine, to Vanier and
Hauerwas, by way of Aquinas and Julian of Norwich, Luther and
Calvin, Bonhoeffer and Barth - not to mention other unexpected
bypaths - this remarkably comprehensive reader is a highly
significant contribution to the burgeoning field of theological
reflection on disability." Presbyterian History
"This book has a place in conversations about disability and the
meaning of being human, and in understanding that studying church
history introduces us to voices that speak to contemporary issues."
Studia Historiae Ecclesiasticae
"This is a timely book on an aspect that has been scandalously
neglected in theological literature -- people living with
disabilities. . . . The book deals with a deeply human issue in an
academically interesting and theologically responsible way. It
should not only be compulsory reading for studies in the field, but
should also be brought to the table as part of the core business of
theologians." Interpretation
"Makes a unique and important contribution to the ongoing
discussion of disability and theology by bringing the Christian
tradition to bear on the contemporary conversation. At the same
time, it provides a model for faithful and creative engagement with
texts from different eras." Churchman
"The quality of the contributions is excellent throughout, with
much scope for reflection and utility beyond disability theology as
a unique discipline. . . . This is an invaluable resource for those
thinking about how to engage in this area, and to give some depth
for pastoral and personal reflection on the topic." Theology
"The great contribution of this book is that it widens and deepens
the conversation by bringing to the table some of the most
influential writers of the Western Church tradition and courteously
interrogating them for their thoughts on the subject of disability.
The result is an intriguing and suggestive collection of resources.
. . . The real strength of this collection is the range, scope and
creativity of its contributors who, collectively, have made a
contribution greater than the sum of its parts." Church Times
"The editors of this volume, with its contributors, have brought
together a rich and nourishing body of work, which should both
inform and stimulate debate. It approaches serious matters with
sensitivity and intelligence, and is strongly recommended."
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