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Book Synopsis: To continue his mission in the world, Jesus gave us his Church, the one Body of Christ: "As a body is one though it has many parts, and all the parts of the body, though many, are one body, so also Christ. . . . Now you are Christ’s body, and individually parts of it" (1 Corinthians 12:12,27). The collection of readings in Christ's Mission Through the Church: A Primary Source Reader aims to help you learn more about the Church and how you can share in Christ’s mission as a unique and valued member of the Body of Christ.
Within this reader you will find writings from:
- Saint Paul the Apostle
- Pope Benedict XVI / Joseph Cardinal Ratzinger
- Julian of Norwich
- The Second Vatican Council
- T. S. Eliot
- Dorothy Day
- Meister Eckhart
- Kurt Vonnegut
- Saint Ignatius of Antioch
- Simone Weil
- Saint Thomas Aquinas
- G. K. Chesterton
- Saint Peter Damian
- Blessed Teresa of Calcutta
- Blessed John Henry Newman
This text is the perfect complement to courses on the Church, including those that correspond to the U.S. bishops’ Curriculum Framework course titled "Jesus Christ’s Mission Continues in the Church." Read more
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Are you looking to deepen your understanding of the Church and how you can actively participate in Christ's mission? Look no further than Christ's Mission Through the Church: A Primary Source Reader. This carefully curated collection of readings brings together the wisdom of influential figures such as Saint Paul the Apostle, Pope Benedict XVI, and Julian of Norwich, among many others.
As a primary source reader, this book provides you with authentic and unfiltered insights into the Church's mission. By immersing yourself in the writings of these great minds, you'll gain a comprehensive understanding of the Church's role in the world today.
Whether you're a student, a teacher, or simply someone with a thirst for knowledge, Christ's Mission Through the Church is the ideal companion for courses on the Church. Its relevance is further highlighted by its alignment with the U.S. bishops' Curriculum Framework course titled "Jesus Christ's Mission Continues in the Church."
Discover a wealth of perspectives and thought-provoking ideas that will challenge and inspire you. Join the ranks of great thinkers like Dorothy Day, Kurt Vonnegut, and Saint Thomas Aquinas as they delve into the profound mysteries of faith.
To embark on this transformative journey towards a deeper understanding of the Church's mission, get your copy of Christ's Mission Through the Church: A Primary Source Reader today!
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