Is Jesus Still Among Us Today?

Is Jesus still present and active in today's world? If so, what does that mean for our lives and for the
Church's mission of the New Evangelization?
Rooted in Sacred Scripture, Catholic theology, the teaching of the Church and of St. Thomas Aquinas, and more than
forty yea.rs of pastoral ministry, Fr. Anthony Dao invites readers to rediscover the living presence of Jesus Christ today.
Beginning with the fundamental questions of faith-Who is God? Who is Jesus Christ? What does it mean to say that
"God is Love"?-he explores how God's love is revealed in Christ and continues to transform lives.
Inspired by the vision of Pope John Paul II and enriched by Pope Francis's emphasis on mercy and accompaniment,
this book combines theological reflection with practical pastoral guidance. It explores Christian identity, the formation
of conscience, and the Church's mission to accompany people with truth, compassion, and hope.
Addressing the realities of an increasingly secular society, Fr. Dao reflects on accompanying those who feel
distant from the faith, including young adults, divorced and civilly remarried Catholics, cohabiting couples, LGBTQ
Catholics, those affected by abortion, and immigrants and refugees.

Dear friends, in this book - "Is Jesus Still Among Us Today? A Theologically-grounded Pastoral Resource for the New
Evangelization." - Fr. Anthony Dao presents a theologically grounded pastoral Resource for the evangelization of all
peoples and of all times. Using the Scriptures, the Doctrine and the Tradition of the Church, he takes us into a path
of profound thinking, meditation and theological reflection, leading us to an examination of conscience based on the
Gospel values Jesus taught us. Fr. Dao's reflections in this work will help anyone who takes Christ Jesus seriously,
move beyond the "knowing" about Jesus to the "living" in God's love by putting faith into action daily.
Peace and blessings,
Bp. Alberto Rojas
Diocese of San Bernardino
This book takes up one of the most urgent questions of our time-Is Jesus Still Among Us Today? A Theologicallygrounded
Pastoral Resource for the New Evangelization-and answers it with clarity, wisdom, and compassion. Fr.
Anthony Dao presents a theologically rich and pastorally luminous journey through Scripture, the life of Christ, and
the contemporary experience of faith. With intellectual rigor, spiritual depth, and pastoral sensitivity, he invites readers
to encounter anew a God who remains intimately present within human history, suffering, and hope.
Is Jesus Still Among Us Today? is an honest and compelling reflection on the Christian faith amid the challenges
of the modern world and a persuasive call to rediscover that faith as living, credible, and transformative. Without a
doubt, this work stands as an invaluable resource for pastors, seminarians, and lay ministers alike, as well as for all
who seek a faith that engages both mind and heart.
-Sr. Theresa Marie Chau Nguyen, O.P., University of St. Thomas (Houston)
Associate Professor
Department of Theology, University of St. Thomas
Author of The Splendor of the Church in Mary