This volume draws together in one place several previously published essays by Princeton theologian George Hunsinger, showing the scope and depth of his recent work. As he explores such apparently varied topics as the Eucharist, torture, and the theological gifts and problems in the works of Hans Frei and H. Richard Niebuhr, Hunsinger embodies afresh the core commitments he has learned through his lifelong study of Karl Barth: generous, tough-minded ecumenism that seeks ecclesial unity without sacrificing theological substance; and deep engagement with the Nicene, Chalcedonian, and Reformation Christian traditions in order to witness today to the saving significance of Jesus Christ for the entire world.

Martha More-Keish, Columbia Theological Seminary, USA

George Hunsinger brilliantly demonstrates how key theological impulses from Karl Barth continue to challenge the church to greater faithfulness in worship and sacraments, political witness, and ecumenical relations, also with Jews. Hunsinger’s generous orthodoxy is firmly grounded in Nicaea, Chalcedon, and the Reformation, while welcoming insights from other theological perspectives. These essays richly summarize commitments that have characterized all of Hunsinger’s work, including church catechisms and the National Religious Campaign Against Torture.

John Burgess, Pittsburgh Theological Seminary, USA

Another significant volume from the well-known Princeton scholar George Hunsinger: a wide ranging vision of contemporary theology especially regarding urgent ecumenical questions.

Michael Weinrich, University of Bochum, Germany