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Book SynopsisThe Great Mysteries responds with passion and skill to the growing concerns of spiritual seekers and teachers of the Catholic faith. In radical, refreshing fashion, Greeley explores 12 essential questions of faith and grounds them in human experience. With the skill of a master storyteller and the passion of a deep believer, Greeley contemplates questions at the heart of human life—is there any purpose in my life? Are there any grounds for hope? Why is there evil in the world?—and reveals how the symbols, rituals, teachings and mysteries of Catholicism both shape and respond to these profound uncertainties.
Trade ReviewWithin the Catholic Church, Greeley's staunchly against-the-grain stances on such hot-button issues as birth control, female clergy and abortion, as well as his sex-and-corruption-tinged novels, have made enemies and waves. -- Mike Thomas * Chicago Sun-Times *
This deceptively simple catechesis is actually an invaluable primer of Catholic beliefs and traditions that will intrigue both the faithful and the merely curious. * Booklist *
Table of ContentsChapter 1 The Mystery of God Chapter 2 The Mystery of Jesus of Nazareth Chapter 3 The Mystery of the Spirit Chapter 4 The Mystery of the Cross and Resurrection Chapter 5 The Mystery of Salvation Chapter 6 The Mystery of Grace Chapter 7 The Mystery of the Holy Eucharist Chapter 8 The Mystery of the Church Chapter 9 The Mystery of Baptism Chapter 10 The Mystery of Mary the Mother of Jesus Chapter 11 The Mystery of Heaven Chapter 12 The Mystery of the Return of Jesus
