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When the Lion Roars Kindle Edition

by J Rossetti, Stephen (Author) Format: Kindle Edition
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Awaken to the sound of God's voice and take up the journey to a rich and full life. How can I open myself to awareness? What if I have encountered God in some profound way? Which experiences are from God and which are of my own making? Are there right andwrong ways to pray? What about my ordinary life in the everyday world? 


"Mystics are not part of a small elite society.... Rather, they are people who have come to experience the intense, personal desire God has to share himself with us." In this powerful guide, Msgr. Stephen Rossetti reminds us that becoming a mystic is not a matter of learning some "mystical secret," but of entering into the divine simplicity of God's unbounded and unrestrained love. This invitation is for all of us. In a series of practical, readable chapters, Rossetti addresses the many questions and concerns that arise on the path to deeper prayer. He draws carefully from the wisdom of scripture and uses his broad knowledge of mystical writers, from the Desert Fathers to Therese of Lisieux, to guide us on a road we may never have expected to take. Writing from his own experience of prayer and from his expertise as a spiritual director and therapist, he helps us arrive at a deeper understanding of ourselves as wounded and sinful people who are nevertheless caught up in the transforming love of God."

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    152 pages
  2. Language
    English
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  4. Publisher
    SPIRIT DAILY
  5. Publication date
    April 11, 2023
  6. File size
    688 KB
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"Readable and fast-moving, When the Lion Roars offers invaluable and practical insights for anyone serious about Christian prayer and living." --Rev. Joseph M. Champlin

About the Author

Msgr. Stephen J. Rossetti, a priest of the Diocese of Syracuse, is a licensed psychologist with a doctorate in psychology from Boston College and a doctor of ministry from the Catholic University of America. He is the author of scores of articles and several books including Why Priests are Happy, Born of the Eucharist, and The Joy of Priesthood--recipient of a Catholic Press Association book award. Rossetti has been featured on NPR and Meet the Press, and has been quoted in the New York Times, Washington Post, and other major newspapers.

Rossetti has received a Proclaim Award from the USCCB as well as a Lifetime Service Award from the Theological College of the Catholic University of America. In 2013, he was awarded the Pope John Paul II Seminary Leadership award from the National Catholic Educational Association. In 2010, he received the Touchstone Award from the National Federation of Priests' Councils for a lifetime of work with priests. He lectures to priests and religious internationally on priestly spirituality and wellness issues and serves as president of Saint Luke Institute and clinical associate professor of pastoral studies at the Catholic University of America.

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  • ASIN ‏ : ‎ B0C1DQY9CB
  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ SPIRIT DAILY; 1st edition (April 11, 2023)
  • Publication date ‏ : ‎ April 11, 2023
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • File size ‏ : ‎ 688 KB
  • Text-to-Speech ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • Screen Reader ‏ : ‎ Supported
  • Enhanced typesetting ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • X-Ray ‏ : ‎ Not Enabled
  • Word Wise ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • Sticky notes ‏ : ‎ On Kindle Scribe
  • Print length ‏ : ‎ 152 pages
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4.8 out of 5 stars
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Customers find the book compelling and inspiring, with clear explanations of the mystical life. They also say the themes are full of inspiration, truth, and direction.

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Customers find the book compelling, easy to read, and wonderful. They also appreciate the clear explanation of the mystical life.

"...It is wise and it is wonderful and should have a prominent place on your bookshelf." Read more

"This book is worth many reads, or simply read the beginning summary. Very full of inspiration, truth, and direction...." Read more

"Msgr. Rossetti provides a very clear explanation of the mystical life that is approachable for the modern reader. I found it very helpful." Read more

"...This is a well-written, very easy-to-read book for beginner to the experienced prayer. I loved the title and I know the author...." Read more

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"This book is a terrific resource for the spiritual life. The author has a specialgift for describing the spiritual journey in layman’s terms...." Read more

"...Very full of inspiration, truth, and direction. Know what a true mystical experience—or life—entails; don’t be fooled by new age mystical experiences." Read more

"This is an amazing book about being an everyday mystic...." Read more

"...The book is inspiring and powerful. Read on a Kindle, the highlighting feature was used heavily on almost every page. Highly recommended." Read more

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Maria Gallagher
5.0 out of 5 stars Terrific resource
Reviewed in the United States on August 19, 2023
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This book is a terrific resource for the spiritual life. The author has a special
gift for describing the spiritual journey in layman’s terms. It is wise and it is wonderful and should have a prominent place on your bookshelf.
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Mark J. Kelly
5.0 out of 5 stars A challenging and insightful read.
Reviewed in the United States on January 7, 2024
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Monsignor Rossetti lays out a path that is both approachable and challenging to novice and journeyman alike. After a thorough read with highlighting and note taking I plan future reads with an increasing depth of reflection.
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Memur
5.0 out of 5 stars Beautiful, Comprehensive, Easy to Read
Reviewed in the United States on August 7, 2023
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This book is worth many reads, or simply read the beginning summary. Very full of inspiration, truth, and direction. Know what a true mystical experience—or life—entails; don’t be fooled by new age mystical experiences.
6 people found this helpful
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Anne O'Connell
5.0 out of 5 stars Clear, approachable
Reviewed in the United States on August 4, 2023
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Msgr. Rossetti provides a very clear explanation of the mystical life that is approachable for the modern reader. I found it very helpful.
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MR4317
4.0 out of 5 stars Thought provoking
Reviewed in the United States on July 31, 2013
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The author offers some good advice on how to proceed down the Christian path of spirituality without alienating family, friends, or coworkers. You don't have to become a hermit to be a mystic.
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Carol
5.0 out of 5 stars Called to Pray
Reviewed in the United States on September 18, 2014
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This is an amazing book about being an everyday mystic. Rahner once said that the 21st Century Catholic will be a mystic or s/he will be nothing at all. Rossetti has captured the essence of being a mystic for the ordinary person. This is a well-written, very easy-to-read book for beginner to the experienced prayer. I loved the title and I know the author. The book is one which I return to whenever I need a touch of reality in my daily prayer. I believe that we are all called to be mystics --in the best sense of that word.
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WandaCC
5.0 out of 5 stars Inspiring, Compelling Read
Reviewed in the United States on February 18, 2013
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To be a short book of only 158 pages, Fr. Rossetti writes about mysticism in a full and compelling way, defining mysticism and who true mystics are. He writes about undesirable responses to God's grace, warning the faithful to beware of pride and hubris when having a close, mystical experience with God. The book is inspiring and powerful. Read on a Kindle, the highlighting feature was used heavily on almost every page. Highly recommended.
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J Arvin
5.0 out of 5 stars Great condition and great book
Reviewed in the United States on October 14, 2022
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It came quickly and was in great condition.
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