The Rosary: A Path into Prayer - Softcover

Kelly, Liz

Softcover

ISBN 10: 082942024X ISBN 13: 9780829420241

Publisher: Loyola University Press,U.S., 2004

Synopsis

Designed to introduce readers to the mysteries of the rosary, this book by author Liz Kelly gently guides the reader on an exploration of this powerful prayer that is well suited even to this modern world. The Rosary, full of the history and practice of this great devotion, includes surprising and moving personal testimonies of the author, other devotees, and saints and holy figures--showing how rosary devotion is a practical and gratifying means of meditation that every person can use. A significant part of the book is devoted to the mysteries of the rosary, including the new luminous mysteries. Exploring the practical as well as the spiritual side of the rosary, Kelly reveals how this prayer can lead us into a closer relationship with God.

About this title

From the Back Cover:

"Kelly's writing provides a very personable and accessible but very rich
path into this devotion. [A]n enjoyable and employable book."
--Susan HooKong-Taylor, director, Deep Water Sound

The rosary has been a central element in the prayer lives of millions of Catholics the world over, including that of Blessed Teresa of Calcutta and Pope John Paul II. In The Rosary, author Liz Kelly explains the practical as well as the spiritual benefits that this often misunderstood prayer can have for modern life. This book includes surprising and moving testimonies by people whose lives have been touched, healed, and forever changed by this simple but powerful prayer.
In 2002, Pope John Paul II added the five new Luminous Mysteries to the rosary. He also called upon Catholics to begin praying the rosary with greater frequency. Liz Kelly reveals how and why this ancient devotional tool can enhance our own prayer lives and deepen our ongoing relationship with God.

Liz Kelly is a writer who
has published both fiction and nonfiction and a jazz singer
who has released two CDs. She received her MFA in creative
writing from the University of Alaska and currently works for Harvard University.
She resides in Watertown, Massachusetts.

Synopsis:

An introduction to the rich tradition of rosary devotion, with new material on the recently added luminous mysteries. The rosary is a central element in the prayer lives of countless people, through it is still often neglected and misunderstood. The Rosary, an updated and revised version of The Seeker's Guide to the Rosary ( Loyola Press, 2001), is a comprehensive look at the history, practice, and benefits of rosary devotion. Designed to introduce the reader to the mysteries of this simple meditative prayer, author Liz Kelly gently guides the reader on an exploration of this powerful prayer that is well suited even to this modern world. The book includes surprising and moving personal testimonies of the author, other devotees, and saints and holy figures, showing how rosary devotion is a practical and gratifying means of meditation that every person can use. A significant part of the book is devoted to the mysteries, five events from the public life of Jesus' ministry that Pope John Paul II added to the devotion in 2002 to give it "Fresh Life."

Exploring the practical as well as the spiritual side of the rosary, Kelly reveals how it can be a powerful tool to enhance one's prayer life and relationship with God.

About this edition

• Publisher: Loyola University Press,U.S.
• Publication date: 2004
• ISBN 10: 082942024X
• ISBN 13: 9780829420241
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 216