The Passion and the Cross by Ronald Rolheiser
Reflections on the central mystery of the Christian faith, from one of the most trusted spiritual writers of our day.
The well-known spiritual writer Ronald Rolheiser OMI, based in Texas, draws on more than 40 years of study and reflection* The Church Times *
The book was featured in the Church Times's Lent feature. * The Church Times *
All his virtues as a writer of popular theology are displayed in this excellent, insightful and moving book. * The Irish Catholic *
An exploration into loss, suffering and redemption. * The Church Newspaper *
Produced with Lent in mind and consists of 40 popular reflections, which draw on Scripture, story, theology and contemporary culture. Endorsed by Brueggemann, it could be a useful resource for preachers. * Ministry Today *
Ronald Rolheiser invite[s] the reader to a "new understanding of redemption", while offering profound insights into the meaning of our own loss and suffering. * Methodist Recorder *
Ronald Rolheiser, the most pastoral of spiritual writers, is full of profound insights... a completely convincing understanding of the Resurrection...This deserves to be a classic. * The Tablet *
Each of the 40 readings focuses on a short passage of scripture and offers the author's personal thoughts and experience on the deeper meaning of the words. * Life and Work Magazine *
The reflections, while short, are substantial and "meaty", giving plenty of material to reflect upon. It is the kind of book which might send us off to do further reading and look for further conversation. * Methodist Recorder *
The book was featured in the Church Times's Lent feature. * The Church Times *
All his virtues as a writer of popular theology are displayed in this excellent, insightful and moving book. * The Irish Catholic *
An exploration into loss, suffering and redemption. * The Church Newspaper *
Produced with Lent in mind and consists of 40 popular reflections, which draw on Scripture, story, theology and contemporary culture. Endorsed by Brueggemann, it could be a useful resource for preachers. * Ministry Today *
Ronald Rolheiser invite[s] the reader to a "new understanding of redemption", while offering profound insights into the meaning of our own loss and suffering. * Methodist Recorder *
Ronald Rolheiser, the most pastoral of spiritual writers, is full of profound insights... a completely convincing understanding of the Resurrection...This deserves to be a classic. * The Tablet *
Each of the 40 readings focuses on a short passage of scripture and offers the author's personal thoughts and experience on the deeper meaning of the words. * Life and Work Magazine *
The reflections, while short, are substantial and "meaty", giving plenty of material to reflect upon. It is the kind of book which might send us off to do further reading and look for further conversation. * Methodist Recorder *
Ronald Rolheiser is a Roman Catholic priest and member of the Missionary Oblates of Mary Immaculate. In addition to being a popular speaker and writer, his books are popular throughout the world and his weekly column is carried by more than seventy newspapers worldwide. He is president of the Oblate School of Theology in San Antonio, Texas. Rolheiser is among the most popular and inclusive spiritual writers today. Although rooted in the Catholic faith, he is able to transcend denominational boundaries and religious language to appeal to both practising Christians and unaffiliated seekers.
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| ISBN 13 | 9781473626683 |
| ISBN 10 | 1473626684 |
| Title | The Passion and the Cross |
| Author | Ronald Rolheiser |
| Condition | Unavailable |
| Binding Type | Hardback |
| Publisher | John Murray Press |
| Year published | 2016-01-14 |
| Number of pages | 160 |
| Cover note | Book picture is for illustrative purposes only, actual binding, cover or edition may vary. |
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