John Henry Newman
Description
Saint John Henry Newman offers us these profound meditations on the coming of Christ, both in preparation for Christmas, and in preparation for the en
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d of time. Newman’s masterful command of language and in-depth understanding of sacred scripture unlock for any reader rich spiritual preparation for Christmas, a deep entering into the joy of Christ’s birth, and a an abiding awe and wonder at the lasting mystery of the Epiphany which illumines the way for us on to live Christian life in the blessings and encounters of every day.
This volume contains a highly curated selection of fifteen of Newman’s sermons preached throughout the sacred seasons of Advent, Christmas, and Epiphany.
About the Author
St. John Henry Newman (1801-1890) began as an Anglican clergyman and leader of the Oxford Movement who eventually undertook the long and arduous journey that led to his conversion to the Roman Catholic Church. He was ordained a Catholic priest (and later a Cardinal) and became founder of the English Oratory of St. Philip Neri. Cardinal Newman is one of the preeminent masters of the English language, and his life and spiritual writings have led countless people into the Church.
Canonized in 2019, St. John Henry Newman has been acclaimed by the highest authorities as the exemplary of Saint for modern times.
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