So, a second chapter is out. This time as part of two volume collection of studies, dedicated to Rev Prof René Camilleri. Honoured to be one of the contributors. My chapters is in volume 2.

BRIFFA J.M. (2026), “Life and Death, Sex and God: Can the Wisdom of Ancient Purity Laws Be Relevant to the Church Today?” vol. 2, pp. 333-353 in J.A. Berry & K. Schembri (eds.), Beyond certainty : reimagining faith in a changing world. Malta: Malta University Press.

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Here’s what the Malta University Press had to say:

Malta University Press is pleased to announce the publication of ‘Beyond Certainty: Reimagining Faith in a Changing World’, edited by Prof. John Anthony Berry and Rev. Dr Kevin Schembri.

This two-volume work brings together 52 authors from 34 institutions across 19 countries to explore the future as a shared challenge and opportunity for society and the Church. Addressing themes of uncertainty, change and hope, the collection invites readers to reimagine faith as a source of trust and renewal in a changing world.

Dedicated to René Camilleri, who served at the University of Malta from 1984 to 2019, this timely publication offers thoughtful reflections for navigating the challenges of our time with wisdom, courage, and hope.

Volume 1: https://www.um.edu.mt/…/beyond-certainty-reimagining…/

Volume 2: https://www.um.edu.mt/…/beyond-certainty-reimagining…/

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