On September 16, 2026, the Vatican published a note, A Journey of Hope, reflecting on 60 years of interreligious dialogue and fraternity: “Sixty years ago, Nostra aetate brought hope to the world after the Second World War. Today we are called upon to rekindle that hope in our world, devastated by war and our degraded natural environment. This journey of hope remains open, and all of us are invited to walk it together with courage.” The CSJ Center for Reoncililation and Justice invites you to an evening discussion on the work of interreligious encounter, dialogue and action in light of A Journey of Hope, and why this important work is greatly needed in today’s world. Panelists Layla Karst, Ph.D., associate professor and graduate director of theological studies (moderator) Rabbi Rebeca Carrillo, chaplain for Jewish Student Life and Hillel AdvisorL. Arik Greenberg, Ph.D., clinical associate professor of theological studiestbaTo Attend. This event is open to the university community and general public; no rsvp is necessary. Campus parking fees may apply. Up-to-date information about the event will be posted on this webpage. About Nostra aetate Nostra aetate, or the Declaration on the Relation of the Church with Non-Christian Religions, is an official declaration of the Second Vatican Council and was promulgated on October 28, 1965 by Pope Paul VI. For over sixty years, Nostra aetate has called Catholics to respect other faiths, reject antisemitism, promote dialogue and cooperation among different religious traditions, and acknowledge the shared humanity of all people.