My Jesus: Encountering Christ in the Gospel [Paperback]

Cardinal Christoph Schonborn (Author), Robert J. Shea (Translator)

Book Description

Publication Date: October 2005

Encountering Christ in the Gospel Christoph Cardinal Schönborn Who is Jesus Christ? People have been asking this question for 2000 years. The search for the answer begins with the four Gospels, but how are they to be understood? Sunday after Sunday, Cardinal Christoph Shönborn, one of the leading candidates in the recent papal election, explains the Gospel in understandable words. By following the Gospel of Matthew over the course of a year, there emerges a comprehensive picture of Jesus presented in this book. Includes beautiful illustrations from various epochs of Christian art history.

"Cardinal Schönborn convincingly brings home the truth and power of the Gospel image of Jesus. If you have lost touch with Christ, you will find him again. Disciples of Christ will discover new strength, conviction, and joy in this fresh expression of the reality of your Jesus and mine."

—Fr. Benedict Groeschel, C.F.R.

"Cardinal Schönborn’s reflections on the Gospel offer heart-warming food for thought not only for priests, but also for lay persons who want a personal encounter with Jesus the Savior."

—Fr. Kenneth Baker, S.J. Editor, Homiletic and Pastoral Review

Product Details

• Paperback: 225 pages
• Publisher: Ignatius Press (October 2005)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0898709873
• ISBN-13: 978-0898709872
• Product Dimensions: 8 x 5.2 x 0.8 inches
• Shipping Weight: 10.4 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (1 customer review)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #815,122 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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5.0 out of 5 stars Meeting Christ (for non-theologians), May 7, 2009

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This review is from: My Jesus: Encountering Christ in the Gospel (Paperback)

"My Jesus: Encountering Christ in the Gospel" is one of three books which comprise commentary on the weekly Sunday gospel readings for Years A, B and C of the liturgical Church year. I belong to a small study group of half a dozen lay people who meet weekly to study the scripture readings for the coming Sunday. We take turns facilitating. When my turn comes, I often look to these books.

The Cardinal's books are a gift. His comments on each week's Gospel are two to three pages each, a perfect length for our group's study and discussion. Best of all, they read as though the Cardinal was personally addressing us. It is very clear that the Cardinal has spent many years not just studying the scriptures academically, but walking with Jesus intimately on a day-to-day basis. I respect the Cardinal as a scripture scholar, but what the other members of the Bible study group and I receive from the Cardinal through these books is "This is my friend Jesus, and I want you to know him." Highly recommended!