Meditations Before Mass - Softcover

Guardini, Romano

Softcover

ISBN 10: 1622821661 ISBN 13: 9781622821662

Verlag: SOPHIA INST PR, 2013

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"Insightful and inspiring." -- Rev. Michael Scanlan "Personal Endorsement"

"Anyone wishing to delve deeply into the meaning of the Holy Mass will want to own this book. To read this book is to move to the most profound levels of the liturgy Among Guardini's many talents is a remarkable ability to formulate succinct and illuminating definitions." -- "The New Oxford Review" "Endorsement"

"I encourage you to prayerfully read these reflections to help you participate more fruitfully in the Mass, the 'source and summit of the whole Christian life.'" -- Archbishop Samuel J. Aquila, Archbishop of Denver "Personal Endorsement"

"You will encounter in these reflections one of the most important spiritual writers of this century." -- Fr. Henri Nouwen "Personal Endorsement"

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In these pages written for the average Catholic in the pew by an internationally-acclaimed master of the spiritual life you'll learn how to pay closer attention during Mass and to pray better despite distractions or other obstacles to prayer. And you'll discover:

The three principal hindrances to full participation in the Mass to which all of us are prone

The real meaning of "keeping holy" the Sabbath. Its special importance for the family

One tendency we must overcome when listening to Scripture readings

How to gain control over your wandering attention

The one indispensable element of a deep liturgical life

What to do when the Mass becomes boring and "routine"

How to achieve a genuine not superficial stillness

The importance of listening. Inner barriers that prevent it

Why it's good to arrive early at Mass whenever possible

The true significance of kneeling and standing in church

When to start preparing for Mass, and how

The source of the sense of monotony. How to break free

The primary purpose of attending Mass. How it should inform our bearing and behavior

The right way to receive Communion, make the sign of the Cross, and make other holy gestures

And dozens of other practical ways to enrich your worship

Although he was an eminent theologian, Msgr. Guardini wrote for ordinary Catholics who are struggling to become closer to Christ. In fact, these pages originated as talks before Mass to help prepare worshippers for its celebration. Practical, straightforward, yet full of wisdom, Meditations Before Mass will help you to quiet your soul, concentrate your mind, and grow more receptive to grace.

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• Verlag: SOPHIA INST PR
• Erscheinungsdatum: 2013
• ISBN 10: 1622821661
• ISBN 13: 9781622821662
• Einband: Tapa blanda
• Anzahl der Seiten: 184