A Thought-Provoking Rethinking of Christianity
The Theology of Peter Lewis
A Collection of Short Articles edited by Shane St Reynolds
Foreword by The Honourable Michael Kirby AC CMG
“A thought-provoking rethinking of Christianity.”
— Kirkus Reviews, Feb 1, 2025
Revitalizing Christianity
The Theology of Peter Lewis
Have you ever felt that your faith could use a fresh perspective? Dr. Peter Lewis, a prominent figure in progressive Christianity, provides an engaging approach that challenges traditional beliefs and deepens your connection with Jesus. In Revitalizing Christianity: The Theology of Peter Lewis, his thought-provoking work is made accessible to both long-time believers and those exploring new viewpoints. Edited by Shane St Reynolds, a Christian author and theologian from Australia, this collection invites readers to delve into a transformative understanding of Christian thought.
As Kirkus Reviews notes, Lewis offers a “transformative perspective on Christian thought,” boldly challenging orthodox assumptions and advocating for a Christianity that is inclusive, compassionate, and socially engaged. His work explores provocative ideas, providing readers with an opportunity to reconsider traditional interpretations and engage in deeper reflection on the nature of faith.
Featuring a series of enlightening articles and critical reflections, this book encourages you to embark on a journey of discovery and add your own voice to the evolving conversation about faith.
“A must-read for anyone seeking a deeper, more inclusive understanding of Christianity.” — TheGoodNewsBlog.org
ISBN: 9798334716773 • Pages: 88 • Published: September 5, 2024
Foreword by The Honourable Michael Kirby AC CMG
Former Justice of the High Court of Australia
The Honourable Michael Kirby AC CMG honours this collection with a foreword that speaks to the importance of progressive theological voices in contemporary Australian Christianity.
Visit michaelkirby.com.auDr. Peter Lewis
Dr. Peter Lewis is a former surgeon who has undertaken postgraduate work in Biblical studies. He is a globally recognized voice of progressive Christianity whose transformative perspective on Christian thought challenges fundamentalist interpretations of the Bible and questions orthodox assumptions about the nature of Jesus.
His work is ecumenical in approach, exploring a core message of Christianity: “I must try to love like Jesus.” Lewis’s probing analysis is accompanied by a robust bibliography, but the text is written in an accessible style that includes pop-culture references and full-color images.
Shane St Reynolds
Christian Author, Theologian & Editor
Editor and Christian author/theologian
Based on the Gold Coast and Perth, Western Australia
Former Seeker, Anglican Diocese of Brisbane — Graduate of St Francis Theological College
Educated and mentored by leading Oxford-trained theologians including The Rev’d Dr Jo Inkpin and The Rev’d Penny Jones
University of Oxford (Christ Church, UK) — Theology Summer School (2023) — “Christian Theology in a Time of Global Crisis” — scholars including Professor Anthony G. Reddie, Dr. Nicholas Turner, and Dr. Emily Reed Burdett
Former Board Member: LGBTI Legal Service Inc.
Former Pastor: Metropolitan Community Church Gold Coast
Partnered with Anthony Venn-Brown OAM (ABBI) to organise Walking Between Worlds seminar
Advocate for ordination of clergy in diverse marriages in Anglican Church of Australia (milestone adopted Dec 2025)
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Progressive Christianity
A spiritually open, enquiring path of engagement with the Christian tradition and the life and teachings of Jesus. By calling ourselves progressive Christians, we mean we are Christians who believe that following Jesus’ teachings can lead to a deeper awareness of the Sacred and the unity of all life, recognizing these teachings as one of many paths to this understanding, and we value wisdom from diverse sources; we seek an inclusive community for all people regardless of belief, identity, or background; we understand that our actions reflect our beliefs; we value questioning over absolutes in our pursuit of understanding; we are dedicated to promoting peace, justice, environmental stewardship, and a lifelong commitment to learning, compassion, and selfless love.
All proceeds from this book are donated to the Centre for Coins Culture & Religious History (CCCRH Foundation Trust)