Finding Light In The Darkness A Journey Through The Stations Of The Cross

Fr. Dan Farley experienced the first symptoms of ALS (Lou Gehrig's disease) in a war zone in Afghanistan. As a Catholic priest and a chaplain in the Army, Fr. Dan went wherever he needed to go to bring the message of Jesus Christ to those most in need. Whether it was his parishioners in the Diocese of La Crosse, Wisconsin, youth gangs in the neighborhoods of East Lost Angeles or soldiers in combat zones around the world, Fr. Dan served others with compassion and love. He lived with epilepsy and eventually ALS. Through it all, he persevered in his call to the priesthood. In this story of suffering and perseverance, Fr. Dan helps us carry our own cross to the Mount of Calvary. In this intimate and very personal account of his life, Fr. Dan Farley offers all of us inspiration, healing and hope.

An experienced pastoral practitioner writes with poetic insight and reflective discipline about the practice of ministry and the life of the priestly person. Doug Purnell is also a professional artist and the book shares many of his drawings as part of the text. His book will touch you deeply. It will not be a gentle read, but it will be ministry shaping. You will think in new ways about ministry and about the role of the priestly person as a result of reading this book. You will be enriched.

This book is about my journey to find Jesus. The walk started in two thousand and six at age twenty-two. I am hoping that this book shows my journey and helps someone that needs help finding Jesus. I hope my poetry will touch your life. This is my walk to find the light in this wicked and darkness of the world. So please join me on this journey to find the light of Jesus. I prayed that this book will inspire you on your journey.

For hundreds of years, followers of Jesus have been contemplating his last earthly hours by retracing his journey to the cross. This visual and thoughtful exploration of Jesus' path to the cross, focuses on eight of the Stations found in scripture. Visual Liturgy is designed not only to see Jeus journey afresh, but so that you'd be invited on your own spiritual pilgrimage. Find yourself called deeper into the pain, shame, and darkness of the cross, so you can begin to see the person of Jesus and the light of redemption in new ways. Allow renown Denver artist Forrest Morgan and pastor Ryan Paulson to guide you using artistic expression and theological exploration through one day that changed the course of history. As you use your eyes and mind to walk with Jesus, you'll find your heart being changed. Look for more in the Visual Liturgy series.

Found in Common Worship: Times and Seasons, The Way of the Cross is a series of scripture-based devotions for personal or group use in Lent and Holy Week. Similar in intent to the traditional Stations of the Cross, it focuses wholly on the biblical narrative of the passion, death and resurrection of Jesus. This seasonal companion provides the sequence of fifteen meditations appears in full, including opening and concluding prayers. Each is accompanied by three short reflections from different perspectives by three of today's very best spiritual writers: - Paula Gooder offers reflections on the scriptural narratives; - Stephen Cottrell considers the story from the perspective of personal discipleship; - Philip North explores the story's challenge to mission and witness.

Unlock the profound lessons of the Stations of the Cross with this no-nonsense guide. Struggling with the meaning behind the Stations of the Cross? Want a straightforward, uncomplicated explanation of these historical events? 1. Avoid the confusion and mixed messages surrounding the Stations of the Cross. 2. Discover the unfiltered truth behind each station in an easy-to-read format. 3. Explore and learn from the themes of suffering, forgiveness, and redemption. 4. Understand Christ's journey to the cross and what it means for men today. 5. Gain practical insights to apply these lessons to your daily life. 6. Get insights from a redpilled, rational perspective. 7. Be free from the constraints of cultural Marxist influences. 8. Master the Stations of the Cross and strengthen your faith with this must-read guide. If you want to understand the Stations of the Cross in a fresh, unapologetic way, then buy this book today!

My story examines such issues as child abuse, domestic violence, substance abuse and recovery. This story spans a forty year period including examining the toxic relationship between an alcoholic Mother and her young daughter. This is also a story of redemption, on the road to recovery. and a candid look at childhood trauma and its correlation with later domestic violence. Herein, this story attempts to unlock the mysterious and often illusive mind of a batterer. and his relationship with his children. The emotional life of the alcoholic and its secrets is also examined. The impact of substance abuse on children and later, as adults presenting with stress disorders. The importance of a spiritual life in the treatment of substance abuse is considered. The twelve step model of recovery is explored. Therapeutic intervention in the treatment of dual diagnosis, stress disorders and substance abuse is examined. The cycle of violence in the case of domestic violence is presented. The Role of Child Protective Service in cases of domestic violence is introduced, as is there role in issues of child sexual abuse. Further, a personal look at the exploitation of children by the batterer in cases of child custody.