What does it mean to describe Jesus as Christ, and why does it matter today?

Jonathan Clatworthy has co-edited a new book, What Christ? Whose Christ? New Options for Old Theories.

Come and hear Jonathan describe the book, ask your questions and share your thoughts with other people on Wednesday, May 15, 7pm at Guiseley Methodist Church.

Jonathan has lived in Guiseley with his wife Marguerite since 2020. He is a retired vicar, university chaplain and tutor in Theology and Ethics. His co-editor, Alan Race, is an interfaith specialist.

Traditional accounts of Christ, as in the Creeds, are usually based on church councils of the fourth and fifth centuries. Many Christians now find them unconvincing. Meanwhile Jews, Hindus, Buddhists and feminists are often attracted by what they know of Jesus but repelled by claims that the divinity of Christ makes Christianity the only true faith.

Professor Elaine Graham FBA says: "The question posed by the person and work of Jesus, “Who do you say that I am?” continues to lie at the heart of Christian faith. In this compelling collection, historical and contemporary perspectives combine to help us to revisit this enduring question and to reimagine how to speak of Christ in a changing world."

More details about the book are on https://www.sacristy.co.uk/books/theology/what-christ. Copies will be on sale.