Rowman & Littlefield Publishers
Pages: 160
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Trim: 6¼ x 8¾
978-0-7425-3388-2 • Hardback • November 2003 • $21.95 • (£16.99) - Currently out of stock. Copies will arrive soon.
Virgilio Elizondo is one of the leading Latino theologians in the U.S. today. Founder of the Mexican-American Cultural Center in San Antonio, TX and past Rector of the San Fernando Cathedral there, he is currently on the faculty of theology at the University of Notre Dame. His twelve books include Galilean Journey, Guadalupe: Mother of the New Creation, and The Way of the Cross: The Passion of Christ in the Americas. In 2007 Rev. Elizondo was the recipient of the Catholic Theological Society of America's John Courtney Murray Award, for distinguished achievement in the study of theology.
Chapter 1 A Family Friend
Chapter 2 So Human, He Must Be Divine
Chapter 3 Troublesome Beginnings
Chapter 4 Unsuspected Beauty
Chapter 5 Where Are You From?
Chapter 6 A Transformative Experience
Chapter 7 Restored Innocence
Chapter 8 Scandalous Fiestas
Chapter 9 Sacrifice: The Price of Love (The Beauty of Sacrifice)
Chapter 10 A Dying Gift
Chapter 11 A New Humanity
Chapter 12 If Jesus Had Been Born in San Antonio
This book is an example of the truly visionary in theology, a book where scholarly and pastoral insight into the biblical text are one and the same. The very best theology seamlessly provides the reader with intellectual and spiritual profit, and Fr. Elizondo's book delivers admirably on both.
— John Cavadini, Chair of Theology, University of Notre Dame
Elizondo masterfully weaves together moving personal stories and profound theological insights. In a style as dramatic as it is irresistible, Elizondo conveys the sheer extravagance of Christ's love and the radical character of Christ's witness.
— Robert Goizueta, President, Catholic Theological Society of America and Professor of Theology, Boston College
A surprising reading of the gospels that helped me see the God in myself. It empowered me to understand how I too could work for unity and peace in these troubling times.
— Sandra Cisneros, author, The House on Mango Street
By examining the most basic elements of the gospel narratives, Virgilio Elizondo expands the understanding of the journey for justice, dignity and acceptance. Women especially will find healing strength and courage in his insights into the humanity of Mary.
— Sister Maria Elena Gonzalez, President, Mexican American Cultural Center, Sister Maria Elena Gonzalez, President, Mexican American Cultural Center
Maravilloso! It is Jesus up close and personal. I was unable to put the book down until I had read it all. As the center of gravity of Christianity is shifting to the periphery and the accent of theology moves to a more cultural exegesis, the reading of A God of Incredible Surprises makes the transition all the more exciting.
— Dr. Jesse Miranda, head of AMEN, the alliance of Hispanic Evangelical ministries
Elizondo . . . opens our eyes to what it might have been like for Jesus and Mary and other Galileans of their time.
— America: The Jesuit Review of Faith & Culture
Thought-provoking and occasionally provocative. Simply written with a powerful message.
— Religious Studies Review
Father Elizondo does not finger-point but rather demonstrates how one can live the Christ-centered life.
— Brian T. Olszewski; Today's Catholic
Elizondo has produced a succinct personal testament to his life and thought.
— National Catholic Reporter
This is a remarkable new work on Jesus...I recommend the book highly.
— William A. Barry; Book Review Digest