What is the Point of Being a Christian? by Timothy Radcliffe (English) Paperback

Description: What is the Point of Being a Christian? by Timothy Radcliffe, Cardinal-elect Timothy Radcliffe, OP Winner of the Michael Ramsey prize for the best in theological writing. Cardinal-elect Timothy Radcliffe is in demand the world over with Bishops, priests, lay people and above all young people. This new book is his response. FORMAT Paperback LANGUAGE English CONDITION Brand New Publisher Description WINNER OF THE MICHAEL RAMSEY PRIZE FOR THE BEST IN THEOLOGICAL WRITINGWhat is the Point of being a Christian? One is pointed to God, who is the point of everything. If one thinks of religion as just useful then one has reduced it to another consumer product. But if we are pointed to God, then this should make a difference to how we live. This is not a moral superiority. Christians are usually no better than anyone else. But the lives of Christians should be marked by some form of hope, freedom, happiness and courage. If they are not then why should anyone believe a word they say?In this new book, Timothy Radcliffe is at his best, writing with a prophetic edge. His argument for Christian belief is profoundly Catholic and profoundly human. But what is just as remarkable, Radcliffes argument for and interpretation of Christian Gospel is couched in a deep understanding of human nature and the problems and anxieties of modern men and women.Radcliffe is far distant from the theologians ivory tower and yet his understanding of the Gospel is profoundly theological. The frame of reference for this book is wide, and it is based amongst other things on Fr Radcliffes pastoral experience of dealing with people with problematic marriages, those struggling with celibacy, those trying to understand the nature of religious authority and those trying to remain loyal to the Church which finds their sexual orientation irregular. Author Biography A former Master of the world-wide Dominican Order, Cardinal-elect Timothy Radcliffe is now based in Oxford but spends much of his year giving retreats, lectures and conference key-note addresses in the UK and overseas.He was the winner of the 2007 Michael Ramsey prize for theological writing for his book What is the Point of Being a Christian?. He was the author of The Archbishop of Canterburys 2009 Lent Book Why Go to Church? His other books include Alive in God, Take the Plunge and I Call You Friends, all published by Bloomsbury Continuum. Table of Contents Introduction1 I Will Awake the Dawn2 Learning Spontaneity3 The Peaceful Sea4 Do Not Be Afraid5 The Body Electric6 The Community of Truth7 I Am Because We Are8 Citizens of the Kingdom9 Root Shock10 Breeding Pandas11 Without the Day of the Lord, We Cannot LiveConclusionBibliography Review Full of wisdom and insightful apercus... Radcliffes book leavens its philosophy with good jokes (Tesco ergo sum - I shop therefore I am), references to contemporary novels and films and the timeless, universal pleasures of wine. * The Times *Timothy Radcliffe has written a wholly admirable statement of what it means to be a thoughtful, receptive, faithful, and generous Christian in the West today....Radcliffe displays the Christian life and tradition as being deeply enriching, and does so in language the world can understand. -- Revd Dr Sam Wells * Church Times *This book deserves to be, and indeed must be read ... Radcliffe writes with the essential humility of a man who has lived the Christian life in many different cultures. -- James Kelly * Catholic Times *Eloquent and moving. -- Douglas Hedley * Times Literary Supplement *I cannot imagine this book going out of date because it is based on solid theological and spiritual principles... Radcliffe speaks with authority, reflecting his deep faith, long experience and profound understanding of human nature. * RENEW *...an exploration of what it means to hope...[a] courageous and hopeful book. He points us beyond the words, beyond the comfort zone - can we risk taking up the challenge? * The Furrow *[Radcliffes] chapters progress through certain characteristics that Christian faith should bring: freedom, happiness, courage, comfortableness in our bodies. Drawing on literature, wide theological knowledge and pastoral experience, he lays out how many people are struggling through the complex issues of todays world and stresses the importance of listening to others with whose opinions we may not agree. * National Catholic Reporter *Spiritual writer is at his captivating best....Timothy Radcliffe is in demand the world over with bishops, priests, lay people and above all the young. This new book is his response ... He is a prophet for our times. -- James HickeyHe is deeply spiritual, extremely cultured, and a clear, compelling writer. He possesses a certain fearlessness and optimism about the world without being insensitive to the terrible burdens of our times....Radcliffes book reflects the omnivorous reading; his long meditation on Scripture, liturgy, and the Catholic theological tradition; and his wide knowledge of the world. -- Lawrence S. Cunningham * Commonweal *For me, finding Dr. Bourke as one of many chosen arrows in the Radcliffe quiver brought my awe closer to joy. There is surely much soaring and trenchant truth here for me and a great many more, but less might have seemed more, or been sharper, or flown higher, or felt cozier and less like and overlong homily. * Review For Religious *Timothy Radcliffe is a charismatic, spiritual leader and a rare bird, his talks and broadcasts always surprise....he shows himself in this new book to be passionately concerned with issues relating to environment, globalisation and the pastoral care of the marginalised and the dispossessed. * The Universe *Shot through with humour, friendship and wisdom, the pages of this book outline a manner of living which is at once faithful to the teachings of Jesus and rooted in the tradition of the church. * The Universe *We are offered something altogether more stimulating... This book opens new horizons... Major subjects are handled with insight. -- Edmund Newey * Theology * Promotional Winner of the Michael Ramsey prize for the best in theological writing. Cardinal-elect Timothy Radcliffe is in demand the world over with Bishops, priests, lay people and above all young people. This new book is his response. Prizes Winner of Michael Ramsey Prize for Theological Writing 2007 Long Description Timothy Radcliffe is a charismatic spiritual leader and a rare bird. His talks and broadcasts always surprise. A man with strong liberal instincts, he has held high office in the Roman Catholic Church and has a profound respect for the authority and teaching charisma of his Church.....He is constantly in demand as a speaker, lecturer, preacher and broadcaster and in this new volume he has assembled the best of the addresses he has given over the last three years. At times, he is encouraging liturgical reform at others encouraging local Bishops to stand up to Rome. With political sympathies to the left of centre, he shows himself in this new book to be passionately concerned with issues relating to environment, globalisation and the pastoral care of the marginalised and dispossessed. The constant freshness of his message has made this aristocratic Englishman a man for all people and he packs in audiences from Rome to Toronto, from Helsinki to Rio de Janeiro.....Shot through with humour, friendship and wisdom, the pages of this book outline a manner of living which is at once faithful to the teachings of Jesus and rooted in the tradition of the church and at the same time responsive to the turbulence of the modern world. He is a prophet for our times. Review Quote "We are offered something altogether more stimulating... This book opens new horizons... Major subjects are handled with insight" Details ISBN0860123693 Short Title WHAT IS THE POINT OF B Language English ISBN-10 0860123693 ISBN-13 9780860123699 Media Book Format Paperback DEWEY 248.482 Place of Publication London Country of Publication United Kingdom Illustrations Illustrations Imprint Burns & Oates Ltd DOI 10.1604/9780860123699 UK Release Date 2005-11-13 NZ Release Date 2005-11-13 Translated from English Author Cardinal-elect Timothy Radcliffe, OP Pages 224 Publisher Bloomsbury Publishing PLC Year 2005 Publication Date 2005-11-13 Audience General AU Release Date 2005-11-12 We've got this At The Nile, if you're looking for it, we've got it. With fast shipping, low prices, friendly service and well over a million items - you're bound to find what you want, at a price you'll love! TheNile_Item_ID:161565388;

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