This may sound like a bit of an overstatement, maybe even hyperbole; however, I believe one of the most influential theologians in the last 300 years is Jon Zens. Again, I know that sounds like a stretch, especially since you may never heard of the guy before. However, it is true. And what is great about his practical anonymity is that he is reachable, touchable and...

A LETTER FROM A CONCERNED CHURCH LEADER TO JON ZENS, 1979   [I was going through an old box of papers recently, and found this letter & my reply from 30 years ago.  Ted never replied to my response.]   August 20, 1979   Dear Jon,   Though I do not have time at the present to indicate the reasons why, I must inform you that I am very disappointed in the...