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A Retreat for Lay People Paperback – September 15, 2011

by Monsignor Ronald Knox (Author)

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C.S. Lewis called him the wittiest man in Europe, and Ronald Knox was a deft apologist, an astute translator of the Bible, and the preacher for occasions great and small throughout the first half of the twentieth century in England. But he was first and last a priest, and it is in his sermons and retreat conferences that we meet Ronald Knox the spiritual guide. A Retreat for Lay People brings together a collection of his conferences preached over a period of fifteen years. His opening topic is Discouragement in Retreat, and he concludes with a reflection on Our Lady's Serenity. In between, Knox addresses the big questions - the fear of death, the problem of suffering, the world to come - but he also explores the little questions that loom large in our daily lives, like minor trials, liberty of spirit in prayer, and the use of God's creatures. Msgr. Knox shapes his collection around the classic Spiritual Exercises of St. Ignatius. The first eight conferences address the foundations of our spiritual life; the next eight offer reflections on the life of Our Lord; the final eight take up practical questions of living our faith in daily life. These pieces of eight are punctuated by two meditations suitable for a Holy Hour. The Eucharist was at the heart of Knox's life and his profound love for Christ in the Blessed Sacrament shines through in these talks. As in all his writing, in these conferences Ronald Knox combines love for Scripture, commitment to the Catholic faith, and sympathy for the struggles and joys of Christian discipleship. A Retreat for Lay People is solid spiritual food, served up with refreshing simplicity and a dash of wit.

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300 pages
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English
Publisher

Ignatius Press
Publication date

September 15, 2011
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5.5 x 0.75 x 8.25 inches
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1586175920
ISBN-13

978-1586175924
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Throughout the first half of the 20th century, both as an Anglican and as a Roman Catholic, Ronald Knox was a well-known part of the English literary landscape. He was a favored preacher for occasions great and small; his articles on a host of topics found a place in the newspapers and monthly literary magazines; his voice was heard often on the BBC. He wrote numerous popular spiritual and literary works including The Belief of Catholics, Captive Flames, The Hidden Stream and Pastoral and Occasional Sermons.

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Publisher ‏ : ‎ Ignatius Press; First edition (September 15, 2011)
Language ‏ : ‎ English
Paperback ‏ : ‎ 300 pages
ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 1586175920
ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-1586175924
Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 15.2 ounces
Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 5.5 x 0.75 x 8.25 inches

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Djinna M. Gochis

Helping us all on the difficult road to sainthood.

Reviewed in the United States on December 2, 2014

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If it were up to me, Fr. Knox, born just two years before the death of Cardinal Newman, whom he resembles in his life's journey, would be on his way to official sainthood, if only because of his preaching skills. This series, given at retreats oh so many years ago, is astounding in depth and theology. The last one I read, about death, the death of Christ and our own deaths, not a finish, but an achievement--for our future in heaven becomes secure if we understand what His death really meant--is so splendidly presented as to provide on the spot hope. Monsignor Knox has become a constant companion. To me, this is as meaningful a book as the Imitation of Christ by Thomas a Kempis.

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The perfect book for the faithful, and for those who have questions

Reviewed in the United States on June 25, 2013

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As always, Msgr. Knox writes perfectly, clearly, and movingly. He brings hope during dark times, and reminds us that we are not the top of the spiritual food chain. My only regret is that he did not live long enough to write a sequel to this book, and a sequel to the sequel. It is a wonderful book for believers and, if you are not a believer, read this and you will become one. Which is the very best thing you could possibly do.

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avidreader

Old-fashioned in a perceptive way

Reviewed in the United States on June 13, 2013

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Msgr. Knox lived in an era when sin was a lot less gory. No abortuaries a la Gosnell et al, no serial rapist/killers,at least none the press went gaga over, no Manson Family, no Weathermen, you get the drift. Consequently his retreat conferences can concentrate on the kind of personal, day-to-day sins and spiritual problems that are so embarrassing to confess for the 14th time in a row. He writes from the perspective of a confessor/spiritual counselor and some of his insights, if not exactly original, are clearly and incisely put., e.g. the meaning of today, the effects of the fear of death. I found some of his illustrations, such as the moths on the windowpane, very clarifying. His prose is also excellent and devoid of theological showing off. I had a few minor problems with his viewpoint on some things and he screwed up a Latin translation that was simple enough for even me to figure out. On the whole, worth reading if you are seriously interested in your own spiritual growth.

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Jim DEMING

My favorite thing he does during his talk about the Villa ...

Reviewed in the United States on February 4, 2016

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I really want to give it 4.5 stars. Its a very old book written in the 1950's. the only reason I didn't give it 5 stars is that Msgr. Knox is a pre-Vatican !! priest and small bits of his information is no longer in practice. My favorite thing he does during his talk about the Villa Dolorosa, he reminds us that in all likelihood, Jesus was one of 3 people who were carrying crosses to their deaths on the same day, and what might have been on the minds of the 2 criminals who shared the path that day. interesting to think about.

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Retep Gnuttab

A great resource for retreats.

Reviewed in the United States on December 7, 2016

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Great book where 3 or more retreats can be formulated. The topics in the book can be well fitted for different levels of spirituality. The topics are well discussed and can be useful guide to develop different retreats for the lay.

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Five Stars

Reviewed in the United States on June 30, 2018

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Superb book

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RMC

A Retreat for Lay People

Reviewed in the United States on August 3, 2017