Written by popular teacher and speaker, Dr. Tom Curran, this new and unique "walk through the Mass" gives readers a clear vision of the Who they encounter at Mass: our glorious and living Lord!
The author's goal "to help you see who is present at Mass, Jesus Christ Himself, and to understand how He wants to meet you and change your life" is affectively achieved through his engaging writing style and use of solid, orthodox theology.
This dynamic and surprisingly easy to read book is written in the first person with just the right amount of personal narrative added in. (Sports minded readers will appreciate his analogies to football, baseball and even poker!) It is filled with insights and suggestions that will illuminate the Mass, elevating it from what some sadly view as a boring, dead ritual, to a personal encounter with Jesus Himself.
Beginning with an introduction titled Is Mass Boring or Are We? chapter headings include what the author presents as "the four modes" in which Christ is present at the Mass: Jesus Christ in the Community, Jesus Christ Present in the Word, Jesus Christ Present in the Priest, and Jesus Christ in The Eucharist.
There's also an interesting section on participating in a Mass led by a "less than inspiring or less than orthodox" parish priest (who hasn't experienced that?) And finally, a study guide with questions invites readers to delve deeper. Although written for adults, this inspiring book will find its way into the hearts of teens as well.
Paperback, 134 pages, 5 1/2 " x 8 1/2 ". Ages 16+.
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