Cover art for Bartholomew
Published
Thomas Nelson, February 2017
ISBN
9780718086893
Format
Hardcover, 304 pages
Dimensions
23.6cm × 16cm × 2.7cm

Bartholomew Apostle and Visionary

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Surrounded on all sides by Islam, the beloved Ecumenical Patriarch Bartholomew continues to impact the world for Christ from his seat in Constantinople, a city central to Christian history.

The Orthodox Church, that great beacon of the East, now boasts 300 million members worldwide. In one of the most remarkable tenures of the patriarchate it has been more than twenty-five years since Bartholomew first accepted this ministerial position, which is considered "first among equals" of all Orthodox leaders around the world. He is viewed by many to be a strong, humble leader who is well-loved across a wide variety of political and religious boundaries.

With unfettered access to church files, Bartholomew's personal notes, and the patriarch himself, author John Chryssavgis has woven together a picture of a man who has longed to serve God, the Church, and the world his entire life. Through personal and institutional challenges, Bartholomew continues to strive toward unity within the Orthodox community and build bridges to others. It is a task that can be as daunting as it is important. This book removes the veil that some may have placed upon this joyful man of God who is anything but mysterious, as evidenced by the heartfelt contributions to the book from world dignitaries, influencers, and religious leaders:

Pope Francis

Pope Benedict XVI

Rowan Williams

Rabbi David Rosen

George Stephanopoulos

Jane Goodall

Joe Biden, Jr.

Al Gore, Jr.

Discover for yourself the man who embodies the meaning of the word ecumenical-while not altering one thing in what he believes-and experience his passion for God, the Church, and the world.

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