Systematic Theology and Climate Change Ecumenical Perspectives [Paperback]

This book offers the first comprehensive systematic theological reflection on arguably the most serious issue facing humanity and other creatures today. Responding to climate change is often left to scientists, policy makers and activists, but what understanding does theology have to offer? In this collection, the authors demonstrate that there is vital cultural and intellectual work for theologians to perform in responding to climate science and in commending a habitable way forward. Written from a range of denominations and traditions yet with ecumenical intent, the authors explore key Christian doctrines and engage with some of the profound issues raised by climate change. Key questions considered include: What may be said about the goodness of creation in the face of anthropogenic climate change? And how does theology handle a projected future without the human? The volume provides students and scholars with fascinating theological insight into the complexity of climate change.

1. Introduction Michael S. Northcott & Peter M. Scott  2. Triune God Timothy Gorringe  3. Christology Niels Henrik Gregersen  4. Spirit Michael S. Northcott  5. Creation Celia Deane-Drummond  6. Creatures Rachel Muers  7. Humanity Peter M. Scott  8. Sin and Salvation Neil Messer  9. Church Tamara Grdzelidze  10. Eschatology Stefan Skrimshire

This exemplary work cuts new roads through a dense and intractable global problem: human destruction of our planetary environment. Here sharp minds venture into scientific complexities where most systematic theologians fear to tread. Their collective depth, range, and sophistication -- both scientific and theological -- opens the way to profound re-appropriations of l“%