Seasons of the Soul: An Intimate God in Liturgical Time (Contemporary Spirituality)
'This series of nourishing meditations on the liturgical seasons is written by an excellent theologian. In addition to the Introduction, which is simply flabbergasting, readers will be taken by the bodily, indeed the womanly character of her spirituality, her associating the whole cosmos with the Incarnation, and her adroit, poetic play with symbols. A profound, short book, which deserves to be read more than once.' --Louis Roy, O.P., formerly Professor of Theology at Boston College, now teaching at the Dominican University College in OttawaSeasons of the Soulis a required text in the Lay Spiritual Formation Program at Aquinas Institute of Theology. With inspiring images and metaphors, Sr. Carla Mae invites the formation students to explore a deeper relationship with God and the Church through the lens of the liturgical cycle. Grounded in reality and the stuff of life,Seasons of the Soulfinds a resonance with the life and spirituality of the lay minister. --Marian Love, MAPS, Director, Lay Spiritual Formation Program, Aquinas Institute of Theology, St. Louis, MOI recommendSeasons of the Soulto all who wish to enter more deeply into the spirituality of the liturgical seasons. The reflections, meditative questions, and poetry of Sr. Carla Mae present a sacred doorway through which insights into our humanity, our discipleship, and our relationship with Christ can be explored and which go beyond the interesting facts and rituals of the seasons into their life-giving meaning. --Joseph Milner, Director of Christian Initiation for the Archdiocese of St. LouisRooted in the rhythms of the liturgy, this volume offers a rich resource for prayer and reflection in every season of life. --Mary Catherine Hilkert, O.P., Professor of Theology, University of Notre DameI recommend Seasons of the Soul to all who wish to enter more deeply into the spirituality of the liturgical seasons. The reflections, meditative questions, and poetry of Sr. Carla Mae present a sacred doorway through which insights into our humanity, our discipleship, and our relationship with Christ can be explored and which go beyond the interesting facts and rituals of the seasons into their life-giving meaning. --Joseph Milner, Director of Christian Initiation for the Archdiocese of St. Louis