Take Five: Meditations With John Henry Newman

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"To holy people the very name of Jesus is a name to feed upon, a name to transport. His name can raise the dead and transfigure and beautify the living." John Henry Newman Newman's journey to Catholicism is one of the greatest stories of the nineteenth century church. He relied on divine revelation together with logical reasoning and historical facts to reach religious truths and vigorously defend religious doctrines. This book's brief, focused meditations will bring a similar clarity to your daily activities through John Henry Newman's deep Christian spirituality. Each topical entry begins with an excerpt from John Henry Newman's writings, followed by these helpful prompts: THINK ABOUT IT Points that serve as a springboard for prayerful consideration of each meditation topic. JUST IMAGINE Brings to life a scene from the Scriptures, tying it to the issue at hand. REMEMBER A simple memorization passage to help you work through the meditation topic. Learn how to apply John Henry Newman's inspiring teachings to the varied situations of your life

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