“Frank Fromherz and Sister Suzanne Sattler chronicle the development of a courageous minister of the gospel driven by an empathetic social conscience; an auxiliary bishop with a global flock. Tom Gumbleton's openness to God's Spirit allowed him to be formed not only by family, friends, and seminary, but by hostages, women, victims of abuse, migrant workers, residents of the inner city, LGBTQ persons, the tortured, the destitute and homeless, and so many other fellow pilgrims on his journey whose impact is rarely felt by the church's hierarchy.”—Bishop John Stowe, OFM Conv., Bishop of Lexington; Bishop-President, Pax Christi USA
“Bishop Tom Gumbleton’s seemingly endless empathy for people afflicted by wars and exploitation led him to an unusual ministry, sometimes marked by discomfiting risks, but always enabling him to build rich relationships. . . . This book will extend the reach of his greatly needed and extraordinary example.”—Kathy Kelly, Board President, World BEYOND War
“Thomas Gumbleton is not just, hands down, the greatest bishop in U.S. history but one of the great saints and prophets of our time. He walks clearly in the footsteps of the nonviolent Jesus, and lives and proclaims the Gospel whether it’s accepted or not.”—Fr. John Dear, director, Beatitudescenter.org; author, The Nonviolent Life
“No Guilty Bystander captures beautifully Bishop Gumbleton’s depth of holiness, reach of courage, and commitment to Gospel nonviolence. His inspiring story is an important reminder that true servant leadership is still possible in our broken world.”—Marie Dennis, co-president, Pax Christi International
“This book is a celebration of what authentic discipleship looks like, and, for anyone who wonders what it means to speak truth to power from a place of deep and abiding faith, reflecting on the life of Tom Gumbleton is the perfect place to start.”—Johnny Zokovitch, Executive Director, Pax Christi USA
