Christian living Quote by William Stringfellow
““Hence the vocation of the Church of Christ in the world, in political conflict and social strife, is inherently eschatological. The Church is the embassy of the eschaton in the world. The church is the image of what the world is in its essential being. The Church is the trustee of the society which the world, not subjected to the power of death, is to be on that last day when the world is fulfilled in all things in God.””
About This Quote
Source Sermon: The Church and Eschatology, 1960s
The Church’s mission is to embody the future divine kingdom amid worldly conflicts, acting as a living representation of God’s ultimate plan.
In simple terms: The Church should reflect God’s future kingdom now.
Key Takeaway
Live as a future‑kingdom ambassador.
Themes
theology
social justice
mission
eschatology
Mood
hopeful
determined
Type
theological
inspirational
When to use this quote
- political activism
- community service
- interfaith dialogue
- peacebuilding
Key Concepts
Divine purpose
embassy metaphor
human destiny
Questions to Reflect On
- How can the Church balance prophetic vision with everyday realities?
- What does being an “embassy of the eschaton” mean in concrete actions?
A Different Perspective
The claim may overlook practical political constraints and pluralistic societies.
