Part lived experience and part reframed theological framework, Positive Urban Theology is a bold and hopeful invitation to reimagine urban mission and God’s presence on the estate. Revd Dr Cris Rogers draws on personal story, theological reflection, and practical insight to offer a hopeful challenge to the church.

This work encourages readers to view urban communities not as spaces of deprivation, but as places rich with beauty, wisdom, resilience, and hidden treasure. Cris speaks with honesty and warmth to church leaders, missionaries, and working-class readers alike, advocating for a more authentic, rooted, and culturally aware approach to mission.

• Offers a fresh vision for those seeking to love, understand, and serve urban communities well.
• Combines personal story, theological reflection, and practical insight for ministry application.
• Challenges conventional views of urban mission, reframing communities as rich in wisdom and treasure.

This book has received endorsements from key figures in ministry:

• Sam Ward (UK CEO, The Message Trust): “...makes me want to start all over again!”
• +Lynne Cullens (Bishop of Barking): “A book which is both encouragement and resource.”
• +Rob Wickham (Group Chief Executive, Church Urban Fund): “A manual to be treasured and feared in equal measure for those serious in engaging with God’s political mission...”

• Author: Cris Rogers
• Binding: Paperback
• Language: English
• Publication Date: June 8, 2026
• Print Length: 228 pages
• ISBN-10: 1838474374
• ISBN-13: 978-1838474379
• Dimensions: 152 x 13 x 229 mm
• Weight: 408 g

Positive Urban Theology provides essential reading for anyone committed to authentic engagement within urban settings, offering both inspiration and actionable insight for Christian mission.