Take Five by Mike Aquilina

Take Five by Mike Aquilina

Newman provides a model for so many different kinds of Catholics. He did what love required. -- Scott Hahn

John Henry Newman's journey to Catholicism is one of the greatest stories of the nineteenth-century Church. He relied on divine revelation, together with logical reasoning and historical facts, to reach religious truths and vigorously defend religious doctrines.

Each topical entry begins with an excerpt from this saintly man's writings, followed by these helpful prompts:

• Think About It -- Points that serve as a springboard for prayerful consideration of each meditation topic.
• Just Imagine -- A scripture scene that brings the issue at hand to life.
• Remember --A simple memorization passage to help you work through the meditation topic.

Learn how to apply John Henry Newman's inspiring teachings to all of the situations in your life!

Velez, Juan R.: - Fr. Juan R. Velez, a priest of the Prelature of Opus Dei, holds a doctorate in dogmatic theology from the University of Navarre where he completed his doctoral thesis on John Henry Newman. Before ordination to the priesthood he was a physician. Author of a number of academic articles on Cardinal Newman, he co-edited a short anthology of texts titled Take Five, Meditations on John Henry Newman.