Fr Redmond begins his work with the New Testament which gives an inspired record of the beginnings of Christian prayer. He describes the ‘Abba’ quality, the convergence on Jesus and the emphasis on hope.
The author then turns to some famous songs of praise that continue the Testament Alleluias. He provides a theologically and devotionally rich chapter on prayers focused on Jesus, followed by a celebration of the Holy Spirit.
The chapter on Our Lady will delight readers with prayers new to them and will deepen their appreciation of those prayers they already know and love.
‘Signed and Last Prayers’ is a journey through the centuries from Augustine of Africa to Baudouuin of the Belgians. ‘The Sign and the Signature’ recalls the be-all and end-all of Christian prayer. He finishes with a musical finale.
Ecumenical in tone and respectful of history, this book presents Christian prayer as a continuous and practical statement of the Christ-event, of the perennial presence of christ among us, of a sure and certain hope.
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