The contributors of this book believe so. They also believe that Christians of different traditions-Protestants, Cath-olics, and Orthodox-need to work together to understand these challenges and deal with them.

The authors unite for an intensive examination of key theological, pastoral, and political challenges facing all Christians.

Their message is that through ecumenical cooperation, repentance, faithfulness to historic Christian teaching, and reliance on God, Christians can find the resources for effective witness and service in the realms of theology, church life, and public affairs.