The talk on Thursday evening was a great way to connect with some of the young D.C. staffers and meet some veteran operatives. The intersection between religion and politics is fascinating, and I have yet to find someone with more astute insights than the Dutch Theologian/Politician Abraham Kuyper. While I disagree on a few points, Kuyper was the apex of political theology in the 19th century. He builds on Calvin’s political inclinations and offers something lacking in our discourse. He offered coherence among spheres. He offered balance in an age of statism and ecclesiocracy.
The conversation that followed at each table was a delight. It was good to hear the comments from many in attendance that there is a need to recover the Church’s prophetic voice. Contrary to my expectations, I found a robust theology among the attendees and built some wonderful relationships with the young and old. I do hope they bear fruit in the long run.
Thanks to Nick Solheim and WC Dean for their superb hospitality and for giving me a tour of D.C.
