A Polity of Persuasion

"There can be few writers, at present, who are able to comment on the challenges that are facing Anglicanism, with such wisdom and insight. Driver writes as both a scholar and an archbishop, and as such is able to bring an all too rare re-visioning of what the church is and might yet become. This is an accessible and scholarly book that leads to deeper reflection and new ways of envisioning Anglican Identity."

--Martyn Percy, Principal, Ripon College, Cuddesdon, Oxford



"In addition to being an acknowledged commentator on international Anglican affairs, Driver's own contributions to public discussions about the identity and integrity of Anglicanism as a senior church leader reveal his personal commitment to respectful dialogue and his deeply held conviction that fellowship is integral to theological discourse. . . . Those alleging that the Anglican Communion is dying will find much that is life-giving in this highly engaging and thoroughly insightful book. It is highly recommended."

--Tom Frame, Former Director, St Mark's National Theological Centre, Canberra, Australia



"This is a timely and important book. How the church handles difference, conflict, and dissent is vital to its presentation of the gospel. This is especially so in a loose-limbed ecclesiology such as Anglicans have. This book sets out the issues clearly, presents a good argument, and is full of good ideas. Its discussion of a polity of persuasion is vital . . . and essential for Christians in all circumstances to engage with."

--Bruce Kaye, Adjunct Research Professor, Centre for Public and Contextual Theology, Charles Sturt University, Australia