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Inside the Field of Jewish–Christian Relations: A Conversation with Daniel Joslyn-Siemiatkoski
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What is the field of Jewish–Christian relations—and why does it matter more than most people realize?
In this episode of the Bridge Builders Forum, we sit down with Rev. Dr. Daniel Joslyn-Siemiatkoski, director of the Center for Christian-Jewish Learning at Boston College @bostoncollegectrforchristi8244 , for a conversation that takes you inside a world many people don’t even know exists.
Drawing from a recent conference at Boston College titled Mapping the Field of Jewish–Christian Relations, we explore the growing body of scholarship, collaboration, and conversation dedicated to helping Jews and Christians better understand each other—biblically, historically, and relationally.
But this episode is about more than the academy.
It’s about bridging the gap between what’s happening in scholarly spaces…and what reaches people in pulpits and pews.
Together, we discuss:
What the field of Jewish–Christian relations actually is—and how it developed
Why collaborative research is essential for building healthier relationships
The shift in New Testament scholarship toward reading the text within Judaism
The difference between Jewish–Christian dialogue and long-term relationships
How the field engages sensitive and complex topics like Israel and Palestine
Why the future of Jewish–Christian relations depends on broader, more diverse participation
If you care about how Jews and Christians understand the Bible, relate to one another, and navigate difficult questions in today’s world, this conversation will give you a clearer map of the terrain.
Learn more about the Center for Christian-Jewish Learning at Boston College at https://www.bc.edu/bc-web/centers/Center-for-Christian-Jewish-Learning.html. Access their YouTube page at https://www.youtube.com/@bostoncollegectrforchristi8244
Learn more about the Council of Centers on Jewish-Christian Relations at https://www.ccjr.us/
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