In the Presence of Our Lord [Paperback]

Benedict J. Groeschel (Author), James Monti (Author)

Book Description

ISBN-10: 0879739207 | ISBN-13: 978-0879739201 | Publication Date: March 1997 | Edition: Not Stated

 He said..., So, could you not watch with me one hour? (Mt 26:40). For centuries, Catholics have answered Christ's plea by placing themselves before His presence in the Blessed Sacrament. Now, for the first time, the theological, historical, and psychological reasons for Eucharistic devotion are revealed. Unlike books that merely present the technical aspects of setting up Eucharistic devotion in a chapel or parish, In the Presence of Our Lord: The History, Theology, and Psychology of Eucharistic Devotion focuses on how the Blessed Sacrament has been a source of comfort and faith for countless Christians. A book that will inspire as well as educate and inform, In the Presence of Our Lord is an invaluable guide for all who would keep watch with Christ. I believe that the authors of this fine work have made a penetrating reflection on the great gift of the Eucharist and the history of adoration with which the Church has responded to such a gift. It has tremendous possibilities as an aid in preaching on the Eucharist and untold probabilities concerning the deepening of one's faith in the Lord's presence in this great gift.    -Most Reverend Harry J. Flynn, D.D.,  Archbishop of Saint Paul and Minneapolis About the Authors:World renowned lecturer and retreat master Father Benedict J. Groeschel is professor of pastoral pyschology at St. Joseph's Seminary in New York. The director for the Office of Spiritual Development of the Archdiocese of New York, he is also a founding member of the Franciscan Friars of the Renewal. A prolific author and regular guest on EWTN, he is founder of Trinity Retreat, a center for prayer and study for the clergy. James Montis is an experienced researcher and writer on topics of Catholic historical interest. He is the author of Our Sunday Visitor's The Week of Salvation, a comprehensive treatment of Holy Week and historical, liturgical, and cultural events.

Product Details

• Paperback: 336 pages
• Publisher: Our Sunday Visitor (IN); Not Stated edition (March 1997)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0879739207
• ISBN-13: 978-0879739201
• Product Dimensions: 8.8 x 6 x 1 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1.2 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.7 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (7 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #159,657 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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35 of 37 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent resource book with history & references, January 14, 1999

By A Customer

This review is from: In the Presence of Our Lord (Paperback)

Well-written book with very good references and documentation. It thoroughly explains historical foundations and evolvement to current practices. This book stands out as being a great information resource on a subject that has many devotional books. It is solidly in-line with the Magisterium as are all of Fr. Groeschel's books. I use it as a teaching tool and as a source for talks on the Real Presence. I highly recommend this book. It will increase your appreciation of the Gift of the Eucharist and the value of adoration.

12 of 12 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Great book to learn about Eucharistic devotion, August 9, 2002

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Rosario Robin (CT) - See all my reviews

This review is from: In the Presence of Our Lord (Paperback)

This book is an intense and detailed look into Eucharistic Adoration. I knew nothing about this topic before I read thisbook. It is not a super easy read--I really had to concentrate. It gave a lot of history and information.. I think it would be great for a theology student or someone interested in this catholic tradition. It is very well written, detailed and complete.

8 of 8 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Great, Informative Read, November 1, 2004

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Maria O'Brien (Canada) - See all my reviews

This review is from: In the Presence of Our Lord (Paperback)

This book is not a super-easy read as others have mentioned, but I got it as a gift when I was in highschool and didn't have a super-hard time with it.

It is historical and spiritual, and if you are interested in finding out more about Adoration of the Eucharist, this is a great book for you.

I recommend this book for people aged 16+, just because of the difficulty, and younger teens might not be as interested in the historical/liturgical aspects of the book.