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My Jewish Friend is a wonderful book for young people (and their parents and teachers) to read. Not only does it introduce Judaism to Catholics, it also illuminates Catholicism for Jews. In My Jewish Friend Chris and David share their understanding of Catholicism and Judaism. Christopher and David have a lot in common. After all, they've been friends since grade school! David is making his bar mitzvah and Chris will soon be preparing for Confirmation. Each of the boys is learning about the faith and religious convictions of the other. Along the way, with the help of their families, they also discover quite a bit about tolerance?and the meaning of true friendship.Bringing out what we have in common liturgically, biblically, and theologically, and, equally, discussing what separates us into two traditions despite our common roots in biblical Israel, enables us to delve ever more deeply and with a clearer understanding into the rich spiritual heritages that are ours.Includes notes for Catholic teachers and parents; children's resource about the Holocaust; and resources for adults.Features & Benefits:Sidebars and text boxes supply detailed information on both Judaism and Catholicism.Loaded with useful information about Judaism for Catholic parents and teachers.Perfect for children ages 10 and up.A wonderful resource for both Catholics and Jews.A valuable addition to every library, school, and homeschool library.About the author:Celia Sirois holds an M.A. in Biblical Studies from Providence College. Currently an adjunct professor of Sacred Scripture in the Master of Arts in Ministry Program at St. John's Seminary, she also teaches in the Permanent Diaconate Formation Program and is a coordinator and instructor for CHRISM, a Bible study program serving the parishes of the South Region of the Boston Archdiocese. For fifteen years she has co-directed New Directions in Catholic-Jewish Dialogue, an interfaith educational initiative.What Are People Saying about this Title?"...brings to life the teachings of the Second Vatican Council about the relationships between Catholics and Jews in a remarkable way..." ?Cardinal William H. Keeler, Retired Archbishop of Baltimore."This is religion at its best! I highly recommend this book for Jewish and Catholic children and for their parents" ?Rabbi Samuel Chiel, Rabbi Emeritus, Temple Emanuel, Newton, Massachusetts
My Jewish Friend is a wonderful book for young people (and their parents and teachers) to read. Not only does it introduce Judaism to Catholics, it also illuminates Catholicism for Jews. In My Jewish Friend Chris and David share their understanding of Cat
