Explores through the various ideological versions and interpretations of Jesus for his true contemporary importance and the personal and communal challenges he presents today. Bibliogs

Challenge of Jesus

John Shea

DOUBLEDAY

With a goal of transcendent awareness, John Shea presents this commentary on the Sunday Gospel readings for those who are drawn to the spiritual wisdom of the Gospels. Ideal for Christian preachers and teachers, and Christians who meditate on the Gospels, Shea's book takes a literary-spiritual approach. He analyzes the mindsets of characters and how Jesus complimented, critiqued, praised these mindsets, to inspire meditation, reflection, and spiritual development. On Earth as It Is in Heaven, Year A is the first book of a four-volume set, The Spiritual Wisdom of the Gospels for Christian Preachers and Teachers. This set is a lectionary-based resource that references both Roman Catholic and Revised Common Lectionaries, making it useful and interesting to various Christian denominations. A Scripture index makes Shea's insightful reflections accessible for personal reflection on the Gospel texts as well as other uses outside of liturgical preparation. With wisdom relevant to our contemporary world, The Spiritual Wisdom of the Gospels for Christian Preachers and Teachers: On Earth as It Is in Heaven will find its way to the top of your resource list. John Shea, STD, is a theologian and storyteller who lectures nationally and internationally on storytelling in world religions, faith-based health care, contemporary spirituality, and the spirit at work movement. He has published thirteen books and lives in Chicago, Illinois.

On Earth as It Is in Heaven Year A

Religion & Spirituality

Christian Books & Bibles

Liturgical Press

2006 Catholic Press Association Award Winner! With a goal of transcendent awareness, John Shea presents this commentary on the Sunday Gospel readings for those who are drawn to the spiritual wisdom of the Gospels. Ideal for Christian preachers and teachers, and Christians who meditate on the Gospels, Shea's book takes a literary-spiritual approach. He analyzes the mindsets of characters and how Jesus complimented, critiqued, praised these mindsets, to inspire meditation, reflection, and spiritual development. Eating with the Bridegroom, Year B is the second book of a four-volume set, The Spiritual Wisdom of the Gospels for Christian Preachers and Teachers. This set is a lectionary-based resource that references both Roman Catholic and Revised Common Lectionaries, making it useful and interesting to various Christian denominations. A Scripture index makes Shea's insightful reflections accessible for personal reflection on the Gospel texts as well as other uses outside of liturgical preparation. With wisdom relevant to our contemporary world, The Spiritual Wisdom of the Gospels for Christian Preachers and Teachers: Eating with the Bridegroom will find its way to the top of your resource list. John Shea, STD, is a theologian, author, and storyteller who lectures nationally and internationally on storytelling in world religions, faith-based health care, contemporary spirituality, and the spirit at work movement.

The Spiritual Wisdom of the Gospels for Christian Preachers and Teachers, Year B, Eating with the Bridegroom

The Spiritual Wisdom of the Gospels for Christian Preachers and Teachers is a lectionary-based resource that references both Roman Catholic and Revised Common Lectionaries, making it useful and relevant to all Christian denominations. This four-volume set is ideal for Christian preachers and teachers, and those who meditate on and are drawn to the Gospels.

The Spiritual Wisdom of the Gospels for Christian Preachers and Teachers (4 Volume Set)

Stories of Faith

The Mercier Press Ltd

Stories of God: An Unauthorized Biography

Starlight: Beholding the Christmas Miracle All Year Long

Renowned theologian John Shea provides a ?freewheeling exploration of the spiritual life through the images, stories and ideas associated with Christmas.? While some of the stories are based around Christmas, others contain related themes. This revised edition contains a new Introduction and new stories as well.

Reference

ACTA Publications

The Our Father: Unpacking the Lord's Prayer

What a modern Catholic believes about sin, heaven & hell

Thomas More

The Declaration of Independence (Milestone Documents in the National Archives)

Natl Archives Trust Fund Board

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