Born in Winnipeg in 1927, Lois Wilson was the first female
moderator of the United Church of Canada, the first female
president of the Canadian Council of Churches, and the first woman
and first Canadian president of the North American region of the
World Council of Churches. A respected human rights defender and
activist for peace and social justice around the world, she was
appointed by successive Canadian governments to head missions in
Korea, El Salvador, Guatemala, and Sudan, among others, over her
long and distinguished career. For the Sake of the Common Good is a
tribute to the life and work of this remarkable Canadian. It brings
together contributions from internationally recognized figures such
as Louise Arbour, Lloyd Axworthy, and Irwin Cotler; national
leaders such as Bill Blaikie, Alia Hogben, Mary Jo Leddy, Stan
McKay, and Michael Blair; and local heroes such as Alexa Gilmour
and Brent Hawkes, who have been influenced by Lois Wilson's
practical Christianity, progressive values, and commitment to
ending oppression in all forms. Their essays urge us to think about
the many ways we can work toward the common good: by welcoming
refugees, developing ecologically sustainable ways of life,
repairing relations with Indigenous Peoples, protecting the rights
of LGBTQ+ people and all who are oppressed, defending political
prisoners, and respecting religious rights and the place of faith
in public life. In such ways, we can restore right relations with
the Earth and with each other. For the Sake of the Common Good
gratefully acknowledges Lois Wilson's inspiring legacy while taking
on the important task of continuing her work.
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