A Dangerous Dozen: 12 Christians Who Threatened the Status Quo But Taught Us to Live Like Jesus

The Rev. Canon C. K. Robertson, PhD, is canon to the presiding bishop of The Episcopal Church, a noted scholar in the worldwide Anglican Communion and distinguished visiting professor at the General Theological Seminary in New York City. Dr. Robertson serves on several national boards and has published many books and articles (see ckrobertson.com), including The Book of Common Prayer: A Spiritual Treasure Chest¿Selections Annotated & Explained; A Dangerous Dozen: 12 Christians Who Threatened the Status Quo but Taught Us to Live Like Jesus (both SkyLight Paths); Transforming Stewardship; Jesus and Paul: Global Perspectives and Conversations with Scripture: The Acts of the Apostles. He has worked extensively with the U.S. Department of Education, the White House and in the film and television industry. He is a respected speaker on leadership development and conflict management.

Meet fascinating¿at times, intimidating¿Christian change agents who were unafraid to ask what God would have them do in the face of life's realities. Their words and actions challenged the status quo, and showed Jesus to the Church and to the world.

Foreword by Archbishop Desmond Tutu ixAcknowledgments xiPrologue: The Outlaw xiii