Reflections on the Sunday readings (Year C) by Maryknoll missioners bring a global perspective to the reading, understanding, and following of the Gospel.
An exploration of the Bible and God’s plan for humankind and the universe through the lens of our evolving role in co-creation with Jesus.
Fresh views from womanist theologians on theodicy.
Two activist scholars offer scriptural foundations for the cause of restorative justice.
Profiles individuals who illustrate the challenge of peacemaking, reconciliation, and restorative justice.
A spiritual gem, focusing on the ways the practices of Zen and Christianity can enrich each other.
J. Severino Croatto addresses the problem of how to read the Bible in order to bring its most profound and timeless meaning to life.
A revised edition of a landmark in contemporary biblical criticism, "Quite simply, the most important commentary of a bok of Scripture since Barth's 'Romans'."--Walter Wink, The Christian Century
This landmark work provides a compelling vision of two religions--one of "creation" and the other of "empire"--running throughout the Hebrew and Christian scriptures and the profound implications this holds for believers today.
A study of the relationship between Biblical Studies and colonization, with ways to separate the two on both a conceptual level as well as a practical one.
Probes Christian wisdom and contemporary thought to help us "give an accounting for the hope" that is within us (1 Peter 3:15).
Through Palestinian eyes, a challenging view of how the reality of empire shapes the context of the biblical story and the ongoing experience of Middle East conflict.
A leading spiritual writer provides deep insight into some of the best-known verses of the Bible.
Explores Mark's Gospel in both its original context and as related to the life of the Black church today.
In the tradition of midrash, here are twenty-one stories of "gospel women."
A bestselling author on building a spirituality of resistance to the despair and injustice we find in the world.
How Christian revelation overcomes violence, mimesis, and scapegoating.
The bestselling author makes the strongest case yet for the kind of church that was and has been, laying bare its historical, theological, and spiritual roots.
Introduces the biblical student to the history and meaning of the wisdom literature.
A revised edition of a classroom favorite.
A missional reading of the Old Testament aimed at showing how Israel became a "missionary people" by opening its Covenant with Yahweh to the nations.
This imaginative reading of the beloved parable of the Prodigal Son bears implications for a church that enters compassionately into the world of those on the margins.
A new edition of Albert Nolan's perennial best-seller that introduces Jesus before he was enshrined in dogma, doctrine, and ritual.
Prominent rabbis and others look at the Jewish Jesus both personally and historically.
A biblically grounded presentation of the value of migrants, immigrants, and refugees to each and all of us.
Offers a compelling new reading of the story of Lazarus, which calls us all to pursue a life of peace.
More stories of Biblical women in this eagerly awaited sequel to her first book 'Not Counting Women and Children'
Examines the Old Testament story to demonstrate the significant role the underrepresented and oppressed can play in reconciliation: personal, social, and global.
A popular teacher of Scripture inspires us to not only appreciate God's Word but to live it and know the peace and joy that comes from it.
Provides a provocative new commentary that emphasizes the roles of marginality and empire in the Gospel of Matthew.
A commentary on the Acts of the Apostles and the biblical text as they apply to the challenges of mission and ministry in today's multicultural context.
This classic by the renowned Jesuit offers a cogent and challenging exploration of the doctrine at the heart of Christian faith.
Offers fresh insights into the stories of Biblical women from Esther to Mary Magdalene.
The "father of Latin American liberation theology" offers a profound reading of the Book of Job.
Explores the requirements of Christian discipleship through a powerful new reading of Mark's Gospel.
Invites readers to feel the penetrating power of Jesus' own stories.
Shows how the biblical prophets of old pronouce the word of God and call us to account even today.
How to read the Bible from the perspective of the poor, the oppressed, and victims of discrimination.
In this absorbing work, a Hispanic biblical scholar connects contemporary issues of migration of peoples with biblical texts.
