The Inside of the Cup — Volume 06

"The Inside of the Cup — Volume 06" by Winston Churchill is a book that centers on Hodder, a minister wrestling with both his own faith and the church's place in the world today. He struggles specifically with the morality of riches and the responsibilities of the church to the poor. As Hodder contemplates his evolving connection with McCrae, his assistant, and the issues he believes are the roots of injustice and materialism, he prepares to face a wealthy financier named Eldon Parr. Hodder must reconcile his own beliefs with what his congregation expects, which leads to a dramatic confrontation about money and ethics. The beginning of the book creates a strong, thoughtful mood, suggesting a big change for both Hodder and the church.