Breaking Boundaries in Theology : In Conversation with Roger Haight SJ / edited by Andreas Telser.

Format:

Book

Contributor:

Telser, Andreas, editor.

Series:

Religion and Transformation in Contemporary European Society ; 40.

Schöningh, Fink and mentis Religious Studies, Theology and Philosophy E-Books Online, Collection 2026.

Religion and Transformation in Contemporary European Society ; 40

Schöningh, Fink and mentis Religious Studies, Theology and Philosophy E-Books Online, Collection 2026

Language:

English

Subjects (All):

Theology and World Christianity.

World Christianity.

Physical Description:

1 online resource (224 pages)

Edition:

1st ed.

Other Title:

In Conversation with Roger Haight SJ

Place of Publication:

Paderborn : Ferdinand Schöningh, Brill Deutschland, 2025.

Language Note:

English

Summary:

American Jesuit Roger Haight (born 1936) undoubtedly belongs to the circle of Catholic theologians who have set standards across denominational boundaries, particularly in the English-speaking world. Haight's writings have attracted both attention and criticism. The anthology will be the first comprehensive and international examination of central aspects of Haight's theology. A detailed introduction, which primarily aims to situate Haight's theology in his social and cultural context, is followed by three sections that present central aspects of his theology and conversationally develop them. The first section, Finding God within the World, has the clearest fundamental theological contours, echoing Ignatian themes. The following sections focus on Spirituality and on Haight's Christology in connection with his liberation theological concerns. The book includes also an online conversation with Roger Haight. “Like the music of Mozart and Beethoven which he loved, Roger Haight’s theology flowed in creative ways while building upon a deep structure. Never without his playlists, earbuds, or tickets to the NY Philharmonic, he radiated curiosity and a centered peace.” – Elizabeth Johnson, Distinguished Professor Emerita of Theology, Fordham University, New York City “Roger Haight’s theology was simply a reflection of who he was: such a keen mind, so good-humored, ready always to advise ‘onward and upward,’ and yes, above all, kind.” – Leo J. O’Donovan, SJ, President Emeritus, Georgetown University, Washington D.C. “As a teacher, theologian, priest, mentor, and friend, Roger Haight was without peer. His openness, generosity, and incisive clarity – paired with a ready and wry sense of humor – were wellsprings of inspiration and joy for those who studied and worked with him. This book is a wonderful testament to the theology of conversation of Roger Haight.” – Lisa Holsberg, Adjunct Professor, Fordham University, New York City

Contents:

Front Cover

Half Title

Series Information

Title Page

Copyright Page

Table of Contents

To Roger Haight SJ in Gratitude

Foreword

Locating and Showcasing Roger Haight's Theology in a Developing American Catholic Theology

Part I Foundational Issues

1. Introduction to Part I

2. Foundational Issues: Finding God within the World

3. Mutual Un-limitation of Boundaries. A Salvation-Historical Worldview as Chance and Challenge of Christian Faith in a Pluralistic World

4. Religious Experience, Grace, and a Theology of the Cross: Notes for Ongoing Conversations with Roger Haight

Part II Creation and Spirituality

5. Introduction to Part II

6. Creation and Spirituality - Union with God in Action

7. "… limitless horizon" (R. Haight): Aesthetics as a Mediating Sphere for Theology and Spirituality?

8. On Being Individual and Collective: Reading Roger Haight on Race, Spirituality and Creation

Part III Christology in a Pluralist Situation

9. Introduction to Part III

10. Christology in a Pluralist Situation: Religious Pluralism and Liberating Christology

11. Jesus Christ - Spirit and Word of God

12. Incarnation as Representation

Part IV In Conversation

13. In Conversation

Bibliography of Roger Haight

List of Contributors

Back Cover.

Notes:

Includes bibliographical references and index.

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Description based on print version record.

ISBN:

9783657797820

OCLC:

1555342294

Publisher Number:

10.30965/9783657797820 DOI