“Laurence Graham is not just an observer of church mission, but a practitioner. He outlines how the Christian Church adapted her methods through history as she faced different circumstances. We hear the word ‘unprecedented’ often these days. Yet, as this book makes clear, we would be foolish to ignore the missional lessons from our past.”

“As a British Nigerian Pastor, ministering in Ireland, I found Laurence’s views on mission very insightful and relevant especially in the interesting time and season we are in. The book underscores that there is an urgent need for the church to step up to the plate by thinking outside the box with innovative ideas that can be deployed in reaching out to lost souls, previous church goers and even people who have made up their mind not to be receptive to the gospel, through the various utilisation of hospitality which was typical of Jesus’ approach during His earthly ministry. I therefore recommend the book to every soul-minded believer.”

“Hope from the Margins is a fascinating journey through the panorama of church history exploring how Christians have shared and demonstrated the good news of Jesus Christ down through the ages. But this is not a history textbook. By pondering how the past can inform our present and future, Laurence Graham’s timely and essential book draws from his years of experience of grassroots mis‐ sion. Hope from the Margins is an inspiring and thought-provoking ‘must read’ for anyone passionate about finding authentic, contextualised approaches to Gospel ministry in contemporary Ireland.”

“Mission has and always will be the heartbeat of the Church. For history to be of benefit to future generations they must learn the lessons from it.
In his book, ‘Hope from the Margins’, Laurence takes us on a journey from the early days of the New Testament Church to present day Ireland highlighting what has and hasn’t worked. It is clear from every age that there is no greater influence to the mission of the Church than ordinary Jesus followers living “distinctive and attractive life‐styles before their family, friends and neighbours,” showing how their faith impacts in every area of their lives.
He skilfully shares the pitfalls to be avoided and enough hope to believe we can rise to make a difference in our generation. My prayer for those who read this book is that they rise to that challenge and so fulfil the call of God upon His Church.”

“If today’s church in Ireland is to fulfil its mission, Laurence Graham argues that it must give closer attention to the church of the first three centuries than the church of the last three centuries. This is a brave, thought provoking and practical look at the mission challenges that lie ahead in Ireland.”