New Dimensions

Many Christians at the grassroots believe Christianity should be more inclusive and compassionate than traditional labels would suggest.

Reverand Eric Elnes led a group of progressive Christians across the country, walking 2500 miles from Phoenix, Arizona to Washington, D.C. During this walk they discovered a new form of Christian faith is emerging at the grassroots, one that transcends labels and stereotypes, and renews the path of Jesus in today's world. Elnes says, "There is a whole paradigm shift right now in the Christian faith. It is more intellectually honest and more honestly compassionate. America is already living several clicks ahead into a more hope-filled faith. There are many creative people who are open and joy-filled with their faith, who are not condemning people of other faiths, and who are not worried about people burning in Hell if they don't believe the way some vindictive God believes. They are actually embracing a God of love and holding together this love of God, neighbor and self." The inspiring and provocative story of this walk serves as the focus for this conversation.

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