In the keynote address, Dr. Justo Gonz lez compared the multiplicity of the four Gospels with the contributions that Hispanics and other minorities can have on theological education. It enriches us all. Gonz lez is an author, church historian and director of the Hispanic Summer Program, a consortium of 40 institutions that offers masters-level courses in theology to Hispanics. After a series of small group discussions where Hispanic scholars and seminary faculty shared insights gleaned from their work together since September, each scholar presented observations ranging from Hispanics and demographics to theological education and culture to conclude the conference. One of three people is of non-European descent.
Hispanic religiosity emphasizes spirituality-it's a piety that's grounded in day to day experiences.
It seems Hispanics are always the guest in someone else's house. Instead, say 'I do not know. We people of faith need to get together. The bridges we build may help this country avoid racial and ethnic violence. It's a bold and daring move.