The Founder of the Passionists
by Paul Francis Spencer, C.P.1994 was the tercentenary of the birth of St Paul of the Cross, a fine occasion for publishing a new English language biography of a fascinating saint. Want to talk about dysfunctional families? He knew all about them. Living in a place of social upheaval and political uncertainty? He did that. Any career setbacks or disappointments with people you trusted? Oh, yes. At least two things will happen if you read this book: you'll be immersed in a gripping story, simply but interestingly told, and the many lovely and evocative photographs will draw you even more deeply into contemplating how one man passed through life's vicissitudes to sainthood. Here is is an inspiring story filled with beautiful color photographs which help readers enter into the story of the life of St Paul of the Cross. From the preface: From the Preface"As a missionary, [the aim of Saint Paul of the Cross] was to preach the gospel as the living word of God and to do so in a language that was clear and simple. As a spiritual director and teacher of prayer, he passed on to others what he himself had learned: that when we pray, everything becomes possible. Gifted with imagination and dogged perseverance, an all too rare combination, Paul was able to see possibilities and then go on to actualise them." The book's author, Fr Paul Francis Spencer, C.P., is Rector of St Mungo's Church in Glasgow. From 1989 until 1996, he served as Rector of St Joseph Parish for English-speaking Catholics in Paris. Ordained in 1980, his work has included postings to India, Belfast, and Rome.201 pp.; hard cover. |
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