Encountering Jesus in word, sacraments, and works of charity - Peter J. Vaghi

In one of the first homilies after his election, Pope Benedict XVI said: 'There is nothing more beautiful than to be surprised by the Gospel, by the encounter with Christ. There is nothing more beautiful than to know Him and to speak to others of our friendship with Him.' Pastor and teacher Msgr Peter J Vaghi connects this vision to everyday life, drawing on gospel passages that portray Christ's power and his important teaching in parables and offering challenging reflections that show readers how they can draw near to Christ: in scripture, through the celebration of the sacraments, and by exercising the ministry of charity. - This is an excellent resource for the New Evangelisation, for the newly baptised, and for anyone seeking to deepen their awareness of Christ's presence and action. Prayers and reflection questions at the end of each chapter make this an ideal guide for small groups and other settings of faith formation.