Description
Redeeming the Past by Michael Lapsley is a powerful memoir recounting the author’s life, faith, and survival amid South Africa’s struggle against apartheid. Lapsley, a New Zealand-born Anglican priest, was exiled for his anti-apartheid activism and later severely injured by a letter bomb in 1990, an attack widely linked to apartheid-era security forces. In this deeply personal account, he reflects on the events leading up to the bombing, including his growing conviction about the social and political implications of the Gospel and his commitment to justice. The book also traces his journey of recovery and transformation, as he becomes a “wounded healer,” working to support others affected by violence and trauma. Rooted in themes of suffering, forgiveness, and reconciliation, Redeeming the Past offers insight into both an individual life and a broader national history, making it especially relevant to readers interested in South African history, faith, and human resilience.
