Promise

George Weigel -- Author of Witness to Hope "A man of acute and sympathetic intelligence, a wise pastor, and a wonderful human being, Cardinal Jean-Marie Lustiger, with his faith in the God of Abraham, Isaac, Jacob, and Jesus, helped reopen avenues of theological dialogue between Christians and Jews that had been closed for centuries. This important book will help extend that conversation far into the future." Francis Cardinal George, OMI -- Archbishop of Chicago "The Promise book brings together reflections by Cardinal Jean-Marie Lustiger on identity and relationships among Jews, Christians, and 'pagans.' It evokes hope in the heart and repeats promises that only God can bring to fulfillment. The collected pieces in the book now become Cardinal Lustiger's testament and allow his voice to continue to be heard by all who believe that the destiny of the world is bound up with God's sometimes enigmatic choice of both Jews and Christians." Eugene J. Fisher -- U.S. Conference of Catholic Bishops "This absorbing and challenging book is a spiritual and theological page-turner! It will enrich the understanding of Christians about Jews and Judaism, and provoke Jews to rethink old assumptions about the relationship of the Jewish people to Christianity. Necessary reading for priests, rabbis, teachers, and the folks who make up their congregations. Perfect for discussion by dialogue groups."