A Theology for All Time

James H. Ottley

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• Philosophie et théologie
• Equality
• Religion
• Love
• Justice

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• Publié par: Xlibris US
• Date de parution: 28 février 2023
• Nombre de lectures: 0
• EAN13: 9781669868774
• Langue: English
• Poids de l'ouvrage: 1 Mo

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A Theology For All Time
 

 
Love, Justice, Equality
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
James H. Ottley
 
Copyright © 2023 by James H. Ottley.
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2023903775
ISBN:
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CONTENTS
Foreword
Acknowledgments
Dedication
Introduction
 
Chapter 1       In the Beginning
Chapter 2       Foreigners in a Strange Land
Chapter 3       Abraham’s First Son
Chapter 4       In the Fullness of Time
Chapter 5       The Early Architects of Liberation Theology
Chapter 6       Spain’s Contribution
Chapter 7       How Can You Say to the Poor that God Loves Them?
Chapter 8       Liberation Theology Option for the Poor Bias to the Poor
Chapter 9       Spirituality, Religion, and Human Rights
Chapter 10     Liberation Theology in Latin America
Chapter 11     Liberation Theology in Other Countries
Chapter 12     Liberation Theology and Freedom
Chapter 13     Reactions, Criticisms of Liberation Theology
Chapter 14     A Roman Catholic Document on Liberation Theology
Chapter 15     Liberation Theology and Aspects of the Theology of Liberation
Chapter 16     Liberation Theology and Women
Chapter 17     Power and Authority
Chapter 18     Anglican Communion Documents on Liberation Theology
Chapter 19     Some Anglicans and Other Churches’ Points of Views
Chapter 20     The Holy Eucharist
Chapter 21     The Eucharist and Justice
Chapter 22     Liberation Theology on Reconversion, the Bible, and Changes
Chapter 23     Laudato Si’ of the Holy Father Francis On Care for Our Common Home
Chapter 24     Liberation Theology for Today
Chapter 25     Conclusion Let Go and Let God
 
Notes
Bibliography
FOREWORD
O ver the past many years, I have had the pleasure of traveling though Central and South America with Bishop Jim Ottley. We were on a mission to educate Episcopal clergy about their pension benefits. And, while this did happen, it was I who received a world-class education about life in these countries with Jim as my patient teacher.
I learned about poverty, and woman’s rights. I learned how people found joy and acceptance in spite of the odds that that they faced. I learned about Liberation Theology and how the clergy in this region worked with the people to improve their social and economic conditions. I learned about the people in each country we visited. Often Jim took me around to meet the people who we served and who they served.
Once we went to a dump where people were building their homes above rubbish. And they offered us a meal that came from their sense of hospitality. It was a humbling experience. We went to day care centers, and schools. We met with bishops and clergy from all over the region. What never varied was the respect they had for Bishop Ottley. It was evident in the reverence in which they spoke to him and about him.
It wasn’t long into our travels when I started pestering him to write a book about his life and experiences. He not only knew the origins of Liberation Theology, but he had lived it. He knew all the actors who brought this philosophy to life. He was ordained in the 1970s and was elevated to Bishop of Panama in 1984. His focus was always the social and economic betterment of all people. Clearly, his insight coupled with experience and theological knowledge would make a powerful book.
What impresses me most about the book is the marriage of the bible, theological thought and historical events. It is a must read for seminarians, clergy and those interested in the evolution of the church in Latin America.
- Kathleen Floyd
 
T he author did a great job in putting this book together making historical and theological concepts very straightforward, and easy to read and understand by any layperson. In presenting ‘Liberation Theology’, the Author addresses important topics which are so relevant for this day and age as we strive to build a fair, just, and loving community while also filling in many of those gaps with answers to those unanswered tough questions. Discovering these answers stimulate a desire for continued, ongoing reading and therefore, makes for a great reference book. This book should be in the required reading for all seminarians and theological students, as this will be one, they will never want to part with.
- Helen Bhagwa ndin
 
I consider it a privilege and an opportunity to write the foreword of this excellent book A Theology for all Times, of my brother bishop James H. Ottley. Jim, as we commonly call him, is a friend of many years, a companion of theological studies in the now extinct Episcopal Theological Seminary of the Caribbean, a faithful leader in the episcopate in our beloved Episcopal Church in which both share, in diverse context, and in a variety of circumstances. Bonds of ethnological character has also unite us seeing that he has been joined in an happy marriage with Lillian, his lovely wife which is of “Boriquen” (Puerto Rican) origin, which is the same in the case of my wife.
I am happy to testify to the faithful years of service of Bishop Ottley which is impressive and untouchable. As a person, Jim, incarnates that which is the best known in the Analytical Circles, (The School of Psychology of the Swiss Psychiatrist Carl Gustaf Jung) which are known as archetypes of Senex, representing and symbolizing the anciano (elderly, or senior citizen) in the best sense of the word. Wherein, recognition is given to him in relation to the fountain of information, of acquired knowledge and wisdom that have been accumilated over a long period of time. It is for this reason that many of our brother Bishops have named Jim Ottley as our well beloved and respected Grandfather. In biblical and traditional terms we know the grandfather figure is indicative of a person who inspires respect and at the same time irradiates wisdom. The present work is indicative of that reality: The vast knowledge of the author, his ample and profound wisdom, his opportune initiatives, and above all, his unwavering treasure of life experiences freely and generously sharing them. All transmitted in a full and simple, direct, stimulating and convincing manner.
In a very deliberate manner, Bishop Ottley, titled his book, A Theology For All Times, which I associated with the title of a very historical drama and film wherein Thomas More, preferred to stand by his religious principles rather than succumbing to the King’s request. “A Man for All Seasons.” Both principles of Time and Season are closely related with the person and personality of the author in a conceptual and existential way; his theological perspective is encompassing, with a universal projection that transcends time and space. At the same time this is true of his personal trajectory and professional life over the years where he has been involved in a plurality of local, national and international activities. Bishop Ottley has served as Rector of parishes, Bishop of Panama, El Salvador, Honduras and Cuernavaca, Mexico, President of Province IX, Vice-President of the House of Bishops of the Episcopal Church USA., as the Anglican Observer at the United Nations, liaison for the Church Pension Group for Province IX and Latin America. He is an Author, Lecturer and also professional in the field of mental health, giving his formal studies in the field of Psychology.
The Author begins with the premise that we are living in a particular time which he has decided to call a “Kairos Moment.” Kairos is a theological concept which refers to a sacred time, wherein all are invited to enjoy and participate fully. His most profound feeling is that a true and authentic theology has to be grounded in the KAIROS of God that carries a clear meaning and relevance not only for today, but for yesterday and tomorrow. This means that for a theology to be authentic it must be relevant for the present, the past and the future. From this we can see that the emphasis of the author’s appreciation for a theology for all times, which is the central theme of his presentation.
The author has placed emphasis and particular interest on what many theological circles have come to know as Liberation Theology. In a recent telephone conversation with him without any ambiguity he said to me: “Wilfrido, Liberation Theology is not a new phenomenon...it has always been with us. It has always existed. I must confess that I began to think about what he had said. However, I agreed given the intelligent way in which he defended his thesis. The same which he documented with the Holy Scripture and other resources and theological discussions that reflect serious reflection and investigations by him. The author based his findings on authentic historians to identify the magnitud