"In Catholic university education, one can no longer assume the common language of these terms, particularly in required theology classes. This text provides a handy introduction to a number of these terms, both for advanced theological work and for basic information. I believe this work is an essential step in once again creating a common language among undergraduate theology students."
-Tim O'Malley
doctoral student
Boston College Institute of Religious Education and Pastoral Ministry
"Primer on Biblical Methods is the work of a master teacher. Corrine Carvalho’s book is not only thorough, moving all the way from source to postmodern criticism, but blessedly clear. Examples, questions, and exercises ensure that the reader understands each section. This work will be helpful for students approaching the complexity of biblical interpretation for the first time and also for professors who have been searching for ways to explain the intricacies of our task with clarity and simplicity."
-Irene Nowell, OSB, PhD
a Benedictine of Mount St. Scholastica
Atchison, Kansas
“Perhaps the best test of a book is how students respond. My students found Who Would Jesus Kill? to be informative and engaging. They appreciated the broad historical overview of Christian perspectives on war and how these views shape our current reflections on war and peace. Allman’s text is clear, relevant, and thought provoking as the title suggests.  If you want a textbook that will get your students thinking about the ethical issues related to war, the use of violence, and the search for peace this is one to choose.”
-Dr. Ron Large
Professor of Religious Studies
Gonzaga University
"I'm impressed by the clarity of the material, which, nevertheless, does not sacrifice content or scholarship. Congratulations."
-Bill Mitchell
United Bible Societies
“The Saint Mary's Press® College Study Bible is very well suited to my undergraduate courses.  The footnotes and cross-references are easy to follow, the timelines are very clear and helpful, and the entire volume is designed for maximum readability and usefulness for study.  This will continue to be my required version of the Bible for college-level beginners.
-Maureen R. O'Brien, PhD
Associate Professor of Theology
and Director of Pastoral Ministry
Department of Theology, Duquesne University
"This is an important book which takes a lot of intellectual risks. Challenging those perceptions of religion which are rooted in traditional patriarchal views, it brings into focus those elements of female experience and culture which are usually silenced and repressed."
-Sue Harper
Professor of Film History
University of Portsmouth
"The glossary is a positive and worthwhile undertaking. An important part of learning to think theologically is learning the language of theology and understanding it. The glossary contributes to a greater understanding of Catholic doctrine and theology."
-Andrew W. Lichtenwalner
The Catholic University of America, Washington, DC
"I commend the authors for their effort to offer this kind of introduction to health care ethics, which explains the theological dimension of current issues with the help of practical cases."
-Rev. Steven O'Hala
Saint Vincent de Paul Regional Seminary, Florida
"The Bible is superb; I especially appreciate the nice short essays that speak to college students. We are in the process of deciding to have this edition of the Bible as required for all our students who take religious studies courses. Keep up the good work. I am looking forward to other great texts from Saint Mary's Press."
-Br. Paul R. Demers, SC, DMin
Associate Professor Religious Studies Dept.
Rivier College
"This book reflects a detailed and careful study of Christology. It addresses all of the major elements of theological reflection on the person of Jesus. It is accessible to undergraduate students and written with them in mind. The questions that follow the chapters are an excellent means for challenging students to reflect on the impact of our beliefs and the ways that they are influenced by culture, history and experience."
-Sr. Shannon Schrein, OSF, PhD
Lourdes College, Ohio
“I used Encountering Ancient Voices [First Edition]last term and thought very highly of it.  Carvalho has done a great job in her work and the method of presentation was effective.  I plan to use it again.”
-Cas Stroik
Department of Theology and Philosophy
Briar Cliff University


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