- 272 pages
- English
- ePUB (mobile friendly)
- Available on iOS & Android
About this book
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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Table of contents
- Cover Page
- Title Page
- Copyright Page
- Dedication
- Contents
- Foreword
- Prologue
- Introduction
- 1. A Delicate Mosaic: Bridge Builder In a Volatile World
- 2. Heart Wide Open: Ecumenical Advocate to the Christian World
- 3. From Imvros to Istanbul: Childhood, Education, Ordination
- 4. A Culture of Communion: Visionary Facilitator of Orthodox Unity
- 5. The Green Patriarch: Caring About This World As the Next
- 6. Profile of a Patriarch: Personal and Pastoral Dimensions
- Conclusion
- Acknowledgments
- Bibliography
- Index
- About the Author
- Photos