And it is a product of soulful encounters with street people during his years as founder and director of the Palo Alto Urban Ministry. Burklo takes the Bible seriously because he doesn't take it literally. He offers an effective guide to replacing doctrines and practices that no longer speak for the soul. The door into the Christian church just opened wider. Poetic and prophetic for all people determined to find their spiritual path, Open Christianity charts a new road to the heart of Christian faith.
Many congregations have ongoing book groups or adult education classes.
For groups looking for their next book, Open Christianity is a real winner. It is accessible to a wide range of folks without being so simplistic as to offend serious theological scholars and clergy. The straightforward and breathtakingly succinct language illuminates decidedly complex theological questions as well. For someone who is struggling with a sense that Christianity is too dogmatic, this book could be salvation. I will be recommending it widely.