By Chelsen Vicari, Juicy Ecumenism blog, The Institute on Religion & Democracy
An annual Progressive Christian gathering of 21 provocative speakers endeavored to answer one big question over the weekend: what must we do to ensure Christianity’s vibrant, lasting future?
Peppered into each speaker’s 21 minute answer, existed one common thread. The future of Christianity depended upon reaching out to those marginalized by their sexuality, gender, race, class, and culture. Unfortunately, the striking absence of the so-called marginalized as well as the future generation tasked with fostering Christianity’s success was nowhere to be found at C21.
Guest speaker Noel Castellanos, the CEO of the Christian Community Development Association, offered an explanation for why Christianity’s success will always rest with those he has deemed marginalized. “Here’s the thing about Christianity in the 21st century,” he said. “At the heart of God’s revelation to us on this planet is that the margins are the center of His ultimate concern and love.”
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“Future of Christianity depends on LGBTQ, minorities and global church, says C21 speakers” ..
Um .. right … which is why most of the mainline denominations who have caved to the pressure of those who worship the idol of culture are losing members, not gaining.