In this newest papal exhortation, released on April 9, 2018, and entitled Gaudete et Exsultate (Rejoice and Be Glad), Pope Francis looks at the call to holiness in today's world, which is something to which we all can aspire. No matter who we are, young or old and no matter what our vocation, it is in the very act of living-with humility, kindness, and mercy-that we can become holy.
Holiness is in everyday life, with its risks, challenges, and opportunities, but we do not have to settle for a mediocre existence. Rather, the pope challenges us to find a practical holiness, a "next door" holiness.
The pope's overarching message here, and the theme of his papacy, is this: We must cultivate seeing and acting with mercy. As the pope writes, "A person's perfection is measured not by the information or knowledge they possess, but by the depth of their charity."
Chapter One: The Call to Holiness
Chapter Two: 2 Subtle Enemies of Holiness
Chapter Three: In the Light of the Master
Chapter Four: Signs of Holiness in Today's World
Chapter Five: Spiritual Combat, Vigilance, and Discernment
Chapter summaries, along with a study guide by Mark-David Janus, CSP, make this an approachable, uplifting volume.
- ISBN10 0809154307
- ISBN13 9780809154302
- Publish Date 5 June 2018
- Publish Status Active
- Publish Country US
- Imprint Paulist Press International,U.S.
- Format Paperback
- Pages 144
- Language English