The Time Is Now: A Call to Uncommon Courage [B1642]

2019 HCDJ in nice clean condition. A beloved nun and social activist offers a soul-stirring guide for all who feel disillusioned and dissatisfied with the power-hungry institutions and systems of this world. "A cri de coeur against the status quo and for a bold spirituality to fight injustice."-The New York Times.

In The Time Is Now, Sister Joan Chittister-a rabble-rousing force of nature for social justice and fervent proponent of personal faith and spiritual fulfillment-draws on the wisdom of prophets, both ancient and modern, to help us confront the societal forces that oppress and silence the sacred voices among us. Pairing scriptural insights with narratives of the truth-tellers that came before us, Sister Joan offers a compelling vision for readers to combat complacency and to propel ourselves toward creating a world of justice, freedom, peace, and empowerment. For the weary, the cranky, and the fearful, this energizing message invites us to participate in a vision for a world greater than the one we find ourselves in today. This is spirituality in action; this is practical and powerful activism for our times. "A series of short essays to encourage and refresh the spirit of activists . . . applicable to both progressive and conservative Christians. Will appeal to spiritual readers seeking an encouraging book for social justice advocacy."-Library Journal (starred review).

From the MANY recent Amazon/GoodReads reviews: "Such a good read for this incredibly difficult time. Sr Joan is a wonderful writer. I needed to hear this message."; "A call to Christians to action, to fight the injustices of the world - timely"; "This is a clarion call for action, a challenge to stand up and be counted. Faith is a verb, not a noun."; "I can't believe I wasn't aware of this author a long time ago. She speaks with authority and wide open heart. And she's clear. As a nation, we are facing a deep moral crisis. The eroding of real values. And she asks real questions? How can we as a supposed 'Christian' nation be ignoring the values established by Jesus, who spoke on behalf of compassion, love and generosity for all people? She points out the power of prophets in leading change and reform, in the past and in the modern day. I am impressed. I couldn't put this book down."