“‘Who is God?’ There is no more central—or highly debated—theological question. Drawing on the riches of the Christian, and specifically Catholic, tradition, as well as contemporary cultural resources, John Markey’s Who Is God? is learned and poetic, engaging and accessible. Markey and his colleagues Greg Zuschlag and Paul Contino, master teachers all, have provided an excellent and creative text for a broad readership. Highly recommended for undergraduate students, pastoral ministers, faith-related discussion groups, and all engaged in the quest for ultimate meaning in human life.”

“Informed by the best of contemporary theology and biblical studies, John Markey’s Who Is God? is wonderfully concise and surprisingly accessible. Carefully chosen poetry and literature serve as an entryway and invite the reader into a vision of a God of infinite loving compassion whose ‘heart’ is tuned to the cries of the poor. Remarkably thorough, Markey’s narrative deftly surveys the major historical developments and key figures who have honed and plumbed this vision through the centuries and ends by revealing the contemporary relevance of such an understanding of God.”

“In Who Is God?, John Markey’s vast knowledge of the Christian tradition is distilled and explained in clear and simple language. But such clarity and simplicity are in no way a ‘dumbing down’ of the tradition’s richness and complexity. On the contrary, it takes a master teacher to tell this story, and Markey succeeds admirably. Integral to the book as well are the artistic reflections of Greg Zuschlag and Paul Contino. They offer a wonderful context in which this story can come alive in readers’ experience.”

“John Markey’s Who Is God? tackles a big question by telling the compelling story of a loving God who is profoundly interested in us, a God who is profoundly for us. With ample questions for reflection built around classic poetry and contemporary film, Who Is God? will prove a valuable conversation starter in college classrooms, parish programs, and adult study groups. It is a gift from teachers to teachers . . . and to their students.”