A prophet makes a vow of love and not of alienation. What distinguishes a prophet from an unhappy person acting out his or her own angers? What prophetic stance brings the fire of Jesus rather than the fire of division? How do we speak prophetic words and do prophetic actions in a country, church, and community that are deeply divided without causing further division?

Ronald Rolheiser is a Catholic priest in the Missionary Oblates of Mary Immaculate. He is President Emeritus and a Professor of Spirituality of the Oblate School of Theology in San Antonio, Texas. A communitybuilder, lecturer, and writer, his popular books and weekly newspaper present theology and spirituality in a compelling manner. Oblate Communications and Franciscan Media offer 15 DVDs of his retreats, much loved for both individual and group use. Earlier, he taught theology and philosophy at Newman Theological College in Edmonton, Alberta for 16 years, served as Provincial Superior of his Oblate Province for six years, and served on the General Council for the Oblates in Rome for six years. He has been President at Oblate School of Theology since 2005.