Description
The Deep End invites readers to come on a journey through the story of Luke's Gospel and to follow Jesus as he makes his way to Jerusalem. Through a series of reflections on the Sunday Gospels of Year C, it offers a fresh perspective for anyone who wants to explore how the Gospels are relevant for today. Jane and Triona believe the Word is alive and active (Heb 4:12) and through it we can reflect on the complexities of our lives.
Today, in a world threatened by ecological break-down, inequality and division, the message of Jesus as presented by Luke has much to say to us. Jesus is someone who has come to deeply challenge people's expectations and bring about God's dream for the world, where the last will be first. We are invited to hear God's voice within and find our way as followers of Jesus of Nazareth, cultivating inclusiveness, compassion and a love which can turn the world upside down.
The book includes tips for prayer and meditation to nourish ourselves along the way, as well as practical suggestions for building communities of welcome and love. There is a particular focus on our call to care for God's creation. There will be many surprises and challenges as we travel through the year; Luke's Gospel offers a radical vision which inspires and gives hope and invites us to continue the narrative.
About the Author
Triona Doherty is a journalist, writer and editor. She has worked in regional journalism for more than ten years, most recently with the Westmeath Independent, and is a former editor of Reality magazine. Triona has carried out editing for Redemptorist Communications, CatholicIreland.net, Messenger Publications and the Carmelite Institute of Britain and Ireland. She also works with Good Shepherd Ireland to help promote their work with asylum seekers, refugees, and vulnerable women and children. Originally from Kells, Co Meath, Triona lives in Athlone with her husband and eight-year-old son. Jane Mellett currently works as the Laudato Si' Officer for Trocaire. Prior to this she was a Parish Pastoral Worker for the Archdiocese of Dublin and has worked in the area of pastoral ministry for over ten years. A native of Carlow, Jane is a qualified spiritual director, yoga teacher and retreat facilitator. Jane also completed a Masters in International Development in 2010 (Kimmage Development Studies Centre, Dublin). She writes for a number of publications including the Laudato Si' column in The Irish Catholic and has contributed articles to Reality and Messenger magazines. In 2018 Jane walked 1,000km from Italy to Poland, as part of the Climate Pilgrimage, carrying the message of Laudato Si' from Rome to the United Nations climate conference (COP24).
Reviews
'...intelligent, thought-provoking...I recommend this book to families and parishes, to the gentle seeker and the well-read.'
Reality
-- Noirin Lynch * Reality magazine *"Inviting, accessible and inspiring, this new book is a wonderful invitation to enter into the Gospel of Luke, with two experienced and lively guides. Highly recommended."
-James Martin, SJ, author of Learning to Pray
'There's treasure here! I cannot recommend this double-act authorship of Triona and Jane too highly... a boon to anyone who wants to deepen their love and knowledge, not just of Luke, but of all the authors they give us a glimpse of.
Catholic South West
-- Denis Blackledge SJ * Catholic South West *'...experience in both academic and practical theology is displayed in pithy and incisive inflections and choice of quotations...a readily-accessible volume.'
The Furrow
* The Furrow *'This stimulating and thought-provoking publication deserves a place in every home or parish library.'
-- Fr Paul Clayton-Lea * Intercom magazine *'a well-structured and very readable book...which will be a meaningful contribution for both Advent and throughout the year.'
* Transforming Ministry *Book Information
ISBN 9781788125062
Author Triona Doherty
Format Paperback
Page Count 144
Imprint Messenger Publications
Publisher Messenger Publications
