‘Fire in the Whole’ from Presbyterian Publishing is now available
by Presbyterian Publishing Corporation | Special to Presbyterian News Service
LOUISVILLE — “Fire in the Whole” explores the anger of Black Christians who feel betrayed by white Christianity’s complicity of perpetuating racism. In this transformative work, author Robert Callahan not only empathizes with this pain, giving words to strong and powerful emotions, but also provides guidance for healing church-related wounds.
In “Fire in the Whole,” available from Presbyterian Publishing Corporation beginning Monday, Callahan explores the poignant journey of Christians who grapple with their sense of belonging within a faith tainted by toxic political ideologies, seeking healing for their souls. Boldly questioning the authenticity of individuals within the white Christian community who adhere to Christian nationalism or claim color-blind ignorance of racial injustice through cultural conflicts, this book navigates the complex modern Christian landscape, illuminating deep-rooted racial and religious rifts exacerbated by recent political figures and toxic theology.
Through compelling storytelling and analysis, Callahan provides meticulous research and heartfelt insights, drawing a roadmap for healing. Whether you are a Christian minority who is hurt and angry, a progressive white ally seeking understanding of what went wrong, or a conservative white Christian willing to engage in constructive dialogue to rebuild a fractured community, this book is a powerful guide to navigating the flames of righteous anger and emerging whole again.
Praise for the book
“Robert G. Callahan, II blends personal testimony, prophetic insight, and legal acumen to offer a compelling read for all who yearn for justice and righteousness in the here and now. ‘Fire in the Whole’ not only exposes the racism and willful hypocrisy within white American Christianity but also presents an honest and liberating pathway toward a better and more faithful Christian witness in the United States.” — The Rev. Dr. William Yoo, Associate Professor of American Religious and Cultural History, Columbia Theological Seminary, and author of “What Kind of Christianity? A History of Slavery and Anti-Black Racism in the Presbyterian Church”
Robert G. Callahan, II is a prolific writer and accomplished attorney, dedicated to his practice at Callahan & King in the heart of Waco, Texas. He earned a Bachelor of Arts in Political Science from Gonzaga University and a Juris Doctorate at Baylor University School of Law, where he now serves as adjunct professor of Integrating Faith and Legal Practice. In 2020, Callahan was named Lawyer of the Year by the Texas Criminal Defense Lawyers’ Association. With an undeniable talent for blending humor and insight, he takes the spotlight in the arena’s three-ring circus of law, race and religion.
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