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“I hope that millions of Christians will read this book, and ask themselves how eating meat in today’s world can possibly be compatible with the compassion they advocate.”—Peter Singer, author Animal Liberation
“Stephen Kaufman and Nathan Braun have developed a theological case for vegetarianism that all Christians need to take seriously. The authors’ handling of Scripture and tradition is sensitive; their grasp of the task of interpretation is firm. Above all, they understand that the eternal Spirit of God speaks to the particular conditions and concerns of every generation.”—Bruce Chilton, Bernard Iddings Bell Professor of Religion at Bard College, Rector of the Church of St John the Evangelist, and author of over 50 books
“The new version of Good News for All Creation is, in my opinion, the best book (by far and bar none) on the issue of Christianity and vegetarianism—and I am fairly sure I’ve read them all.”—Bruce Friedrich, Vegan Campaign Coordinator, PETA (http://www.brucefriedrich.org)
“In a world where animals are the most abused and defenseless of all its victims, Good News for All Creation will help Christians realize more fully their vocation to take the side of the weak against the strong and be a voice for the voiceless.”—Charles Patterson, author of Eternal Treblinka: Our Treatment of Animals and the Holocaust
“Stephen Kaufman and Nathan Braun make a compelling and inspiring case as to why all Christians should look deeply into the Bible’s explicit message of compassion for animals.”—Kim W. Stallwood, Institute for Animals and Society
“No book does a better job of exposing the profound contradictions between Christ’s teachings and animal-based food production. Good News for All Creation carries explosive insights, yet relates them in measured, compassionate tones.”—Erik Marcus, author of Meat Market: Animals, Ethics, and Money
“Like nature, scripture can be invoked to justify almost anything humans want to do. Instead of dwelling on Bible verses that invite us to be pompous and violent, Good News for All Creation focuses our attention on passages that encourage us to be peaceful, participating members of creation. In the best sense of the word, this book is a “how to” guide to better living through vegetarian practice and advocacy in harmony with the core values of religious aspiration.”—Karen Davis, President of United Poultry Concerns and author of More than a Meal
“If you need a biblical mandate for changing your diet, this book
will meet that need. It is important to read for your own good, for the good of the world, and for God's sake.”—Tony Campolo, professor of sociology, Eastern College, St. Davids, PA
“Good News for All Creation is an effective and powerful testimony that becoming vegetarian strengthens, rather than weakens, one's Christian
beliefs and one's personal witness of Christ's compassion.”—Keith Akers, author of The Lost Religion of Jesus
“Stephen Kaufman and Nathan Braun have been tilling the soil of
Christian vegetarianism for years, and their labor has borne much fruit.
They speak with much theological integrity, passion, and common sense.
Their approach to diet is moderate and balanced, mixing practical advice
with a serious engagement with Scripture. This book is a generous gift
to all Christians who want to explore the spiritual aspects of food.”—Stephen Webb, author of Good Eating and On God and Dogs
“If anyone wants solid reasons why so many Christians are becoming vegetarian, here they are. The book also offers sound advice about promoting vegetarianism among Christians, as well as up-to-date nutritional information. Overall, it is a thoughtful, clearly written, and very practical book with many helpful suggestions. Recommended.”—Richard Alan Young, author of Is God a Vegetarian? Good News for All Creation notes that plant-based diets reflect the love, compassion, and peace of Christ, and they constitute good, responsible stewardship of God’s creation. Using traditional Christian teachings, the authors make a compelling case that, if Jesus were among us today, he would choose to be vegetarian.
Stephen R. Kaufman is an ophthalmologist specializing in retinal disease and is a clinical assistant professor at both Case Western Reserve University and Northeastern Ohio Universities College of Medicine. He is cochair of the Medical Research Modernization Committee, president of Vegetarian Advocates (a Cleveland-based group), and medical director of the Christian Vegetarian Association. He has written and lectured extensively on animal experimentation's scientific shortcomings, diet and health, and Christian spirituality and vegetarianism.
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