i was really moved by the policy paper prepared by some young pastors from the church of norway council on ecumenical and international relations presented at the recent gathering of lutheran ethicists.
it is remarkable especially given that it was written in 2000 and presented in january 2001 when vulnerability did not have the sort of tangible resonance it does today, at least for many in the united states. but after 9/11, the pamphlet took on a whole new feel, now even more provocative. why? in part because of the way that the document ties human-ness to vulnerability. in this sense, they argue, one must embrace vulnerability as that which makes us human, and provides the context for both openness and solidarity. they build a powerful case for christian security that includes serious reflection on vulnerability drawing on a theology of the cross, and the evangelical mission of reconciliation. i've not done it, but i think the study has interesting points of connection with miroslav's work on exclusion and embrace.
more to come. i'm finding it hard to post, and just running. but this is rich stuff and i'm going deeper before i go on to other things.
anon, and +peace
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