The Future is Mestizo: Life Where Cultures Meet

“Virgil Elizondo’s poignant and moving story of his faith journey is a modern-day epistle with a powerful message of conversion and respect for the dignity of all God’s people. The Future Is Mestizo captures the heart and soul of a simple and brilliant priest who has dedicated his life to generating among, the people of the world unity rather than division, hope : rather than despair, and love rather than fear. It is vintage Virgil — once you start to read it, you can’t put it down!” –Elinor R. Ford, President, William H. Sadlier, Inc.

“… profound and prophetic theological insights reveal the richness of Hispanic experience as a source for theological reflection. This book challenges North American Christians of whatever background or denomination to grow in their faith by opening themselves to the voices of the marginalized in our society. At a time when U.S. Hispanic theology is developing its own voice, as distinct from those of Latin American and Anglo theologies, Elizondo continues to be our standard-bearer.” –Roberto S. Goizueta, Ph.D., Aquinas Center of Theology, Emory University

“Virgil Elizondo teaches me what it means to be related to Mexico. He writes of the soul of Mexico and teaches us all what it means to be Catholic.” –Richard Rodriguez, Author of Hunger of Memory

Virgil P. Elizondo, founding president of the Mexican-American Cultural Center and Rector of San Fernando Cathedral in San Antonio, Texas, is an internationally known theologian and teacher. A Professor of Theology at the Oblate School of Theology in San Antonio, he is the author of Christianity and Culture and Galilean Journey.