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Mission and reconciliation: Theology for a new remembrance.

Authors :
Jović, Rastko
Source :
International Review of Mission. May2021, Vol. 110 Issue 1, p6-15. 10p.
Publication Year :
2021

Abstract

Conflicts and wars often occur, with devastating consequences in society. Attaining reconciliation is a challenging task, especially if each side in the conflict articulates its identity in terms of victimhood through education, history, and memories. Can theology offer an adequate answer and help overcome conflicts and bring forgiveness? Each time we serve the liturgy, we are reminded to remember the future and remember Christ's ultimate forgiveness. In that sense, worship as a communal and God‐oriented event can remind us of our mission, which is participation in God's salvific work. This paper offers some theological insights as guidelines for Christians and their respective communities to pursue. Hopefully, theology will prove its ability and strength to foster reconciliation and unity in a suffering world. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Details

Language :
English
ISSN :
00208582
Volume :
110
Issue :
1
Database :
Academic Search Index
Journal :
International Review of Mission
Publication Type :
Academic Journal
Accession number :
150474189
Full Text :
https://doi.org/10.1111/irom.12350