Sr. Ruth Lautt, O.P., Esq and Fr. Scott Gunn will discuss the connection between discipleship and politics. How ought our beliefs as followers of Jesus lead us to take part in the public political landscape? Clearly, there is wide disagreement among Christians on this as some advocate a complete separation of the church from politics, while others advocate a theocratic nation. Both of our panelists will offer possible paths or a middle way between these extremes. So come join what is sure to be a vibrant and thought provoking conversation to see where Sr. Ruth and Fr. Scott find common ground and where they diverge as we consider our vocations as both Christians and as members of the body politic. This topic matters greatly as we consider our upcoming elections, foreign policy, involvement with local political issues, and more.
- The Rev. Scott Gunn is executive director of Forward Movement. An Episcopal priest, he has served parishes in Rhode Island and Ohio.
- Sr. Ruth Lautt, O.P., Esq. is a practicing attorney and the Founder and Director of the St. Fidelis RC Church Street Outreach in College Point, Queens.
Tickets are being offered on a “pay what you can” basis. The suggested ticket price is $15, with options to pay more or less. Free student rush tickets are available on the door.
The Dialogues on Divinity are an offering of the Community at the Crossing, an intentional ecumenical community hosted by Chemin Neuf at the Episcopal Cathedral of St. John the Divine. Graymoor Ecumenical & Interreligious Institute is an ongoing collaborator of the Community and a co-sponsor of this dialogue series.