"Weinandy's work indeed brings new insight and theological vibrancy to the study of the gospels. I am not aware of any other contemporary source that manages to capture in one volume such an extensive theological exposition of the gospels. Imparts a delightful freshness to the study of the gospels today, adapting traditional theological concepts to a modern context in order to help readers better see the face of Jesus who is true man and son of the Father."?Matthew J. Ramage, author of The Experiment of Faith: Pope Benedict XVI on Living the Theological Virtues in a Secular Age (CUA Press) "Having given us an excellent exposition of the Synoptic Gospels in Jesus Becoming Jesus, Volume 1 , Father Thomas Weinandy has now produced a fascinating theological reflection on John's Gospel. It is a deeply personal work that reflects the author's own faith and rigorous theological training. Emerging from the one and the same oral gospel tradition, the Beloved Disciple is seen as the interpreter of the Synoptics who enhances 'the evermore radiant portrait of Jesus becoming Jesus.' This book is not an abstract treatise of speculative theology, but rather a mediation on the Incarnation that lends itself to Kniende Theologie.
"?Cardinal Sean O'Malley, OFM Cap., Archbishop of Boston "When it comes to unpacking Christology, explaining who Jesus is, there is no scholar better at this in the English-speaking world than Weinandy. In this sequel to his J esus Becoming Jesus: A Theological Interpretation of the Synoptic Gospels , Weinandy studies the person of Christ through the lens of the Gospel of St. John, in which Jesus speaks with a 'divine gravitas.' This work is rich in theological insights, but more than that, it leaves the reader feeling confirmed in his or her faith. The theological virtues of faith, hope and love are all on show here."?Tracey Rowland, University of Notre Dame, Australia "Fr. Weinandy's theological interpretation of the Gospel of St.
John is a great gift. It brings to life the Trinity, the Incarnation and the Sacraments. Jesus, in all his splendor, is made manifest. It is a true treasure (with many surprising gems) that I am able to bring with delight to the faithful that I serve."?Fr. James Thermos, St. Francis de Sales, Denver, CO "Fr. Thomas Weinandy is a committed Capuchin, but this new volume of his trilogy on the Gospels brings to mind an old Dominican adage: 'Contemplata aliis tradere '?to hand on, communicate what one has contemplated.
This study of the first part of John?which follows the first volume, on the Synoptic Gospels, and will be followed by a reading of John 13-21?is the fruit of loving contemplation, and demands no less of the reader."? First Things " Jesus Becoming Jesus has the commendable quality of never being boring and always being thought-provoking. It is the mature work of a theologian seeking to penetrate deeply into the meaning of the Gospel and to the identity and character of the Triune God as manifested in the saving acts of the Word made flesh. Even when offering extended doctrinal readings, this theological-doctrinal reading of the Fourth Gospel always stays close to the biblical text. It remains a genuine biblical commentary crafted by a reliable guide to the profound mysteries of John's Gospel."? Nova et Vetera "The present work is a valuable guide to the inspired work of St. John. While Father Weinandy is a professional theologian, no one should fear that his writing is inaccessible; indeed, any decently catechized believer can read, understand and profit from this text.
"? The Catholic Response.