The Church And Modern Life (1908)

The Church and Modern Life is a book written by Washington Gladden and published in 1908. Gladden was an American Congregationalist minister, social reformer, and writer who was known for his progressive views on social issues. In this book, Gladden discusses the relationship between the church and modern society, particularly in the context of the early 20th century.Gladden argues that the church must adapt to the changing social and economic conditions of modern life in order to remain relevant and effective. He explores various social issues of the time, including poverty, labor relations, and the role of women in society, and discusses how the church can address these issues in a meaningful way.Throughout the book, Gladden emphasizes the importance of social justice and the need for the church to actively engage with the wider community. He also critiques the traditional view of the church as a separate and distinct institution, arguing that it should be more integrated with society and work towards the betterment of all people.Overall, The Church and Modern Life is a thought-provoking and influential work that continues to be relevant today. It offers a compelling vision of how the church can play a positive role in modern society and provides valuable insights for anyone interested in the intersection of religion and social justice.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.