Your Life Is Worth Living: The Christian Philosophy of Life [Hardcover]

Fulton J. Sheen (Author), Esther B. Davidowitz (Editor)

Book Description

Publication Date: July 2001

Archbishop Fulton J. Sheen was one of the leading religious figures of the 20th century and the chief spokesman of American Catholicism. Previously unpublished, this work reflects his 16 years of service as national director of the Society for the Propagation of the Faith and 26 years on radio and television. It is the only work where he describes his Christian philosophy. Sheen created this compendium in 1965 in the privacy of his New York City residence at the conclusion of the Second Vatican Council. The series ran over 21 hours on 25 vinyl records. It is his response to millions of letters he received from people around the world writing him in search of truth, salvation, and spiritual guidance and was also conceived to explain his mission to evangelize the world. This book provides Sheen’s answers to life’s most profound questions and presents the Christian philosophy of life. Released solely on audiocassette for 20 years, it is now available for the first time in print.

Editorial Reviews

From Publishers Weekly

Archbishop Fulton Sheen has been dead for more than two decades, but you'd never guess that from the number of his sermons and writings that are republished and anthologized every year. Into this mix, St. Andrew's Press offers something unique: a never-before-published book by Sheen. Your Life Is Worth Living: The Christian Philosophy of Life is based on a transcript of an audio narrative called "Life is Worth Living," which was also the title of Sheen's long-running inspirational television program. Here the archbishop investigates doctrinal issues (1965 was, importantly, the concluding year of the Second Vatican Council) and answers the questions of his many fans. The book, transcribed and edited by Jon Hallingstad, showcases Sheen's oratorical talents (amazingly, he recorded this using no notes at all) and demonstrates the homiletic depth that made him so popular. ($24.95 416p ISBN 0-9701456-8-3; Sept.)

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From Booklist

Those searching for more personal theological and philosophical information to complement biographical overviews of Sheen's private life and professional career should check out Your Life Is Worth Living. This book, previously unpublished in written form, comprises the text of a 25-record audio recording released by Sheen in 1965 as an intimate response to the many inquiries about the intricacies of the Catholic religion he received in his capacity as the National Director for the Society of the Propagation of the Faith. Covering a range of topics such as the relationship between God and humanity, the significance of Christ as both God and man, the purpose of both sin and sacraments in daily life, and the fundamental tension between the soul and the material world, Sheen addresses an array of spiritual and corporeal issues that continue to intrigue and puzzle a new generation of both the faithful and the merely curious. Margaret Flanagan
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Product Details

• Hardcover: 416 pages
• Publisher: Saint Andrew's Press (July 2001)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0970145683
• ISBN-13: 978-0970145680
• Product Dimensions: 9.1 x 6.3 x 1.4 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1.6 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (2 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #1,015,553 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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11 of 12 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars EXCELLENT., September 3, 2005

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If you want a complete overview of the Catholic Life.

THIS IS THE BOOK TO PURCHASE. The books is deep and simple at the same time. I highly recommend this book to any Catholic and those who are striving to stay the course in the walk of faith.

HIGHLY RECOMMENDED !!!

6 of 7 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Wonderful!, September 5, 2007

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A wonderful book, with many insights. Reminiscent of the television series, but being in book form, you can stop and think about some of the amazing insights he gives on a number of Catholic beliefs. I will probably read this one a second time.