In a world of so much uncertainty, Matthew has much to say to us. It is a Gospel written for a community at a turning point, trying to discern their identity as a community, reflecting on who they are and who Jesus is for them. This early Christian community were nourished by the Risen Christ, alive and active, present in their community, just as the Word is alive and active, Christ present in our world today (Heb 4.:12).

Matthew is written to offer hope from Jesus, their Teacher. We are also invited to this encounter, so that we can be nourished and sustained in our desire to live out Jesus' teaching and example and find a way forward in a world and a Church that are also at a turning point. In Jesus' most famous sermon, delivered from the mountain top, we hear the challenge of The Beatitudes. These are the core teachings of Christianity today, characteristics for Christian living. They set out before us the challenge to live like Jesus, and show us that God always sides with the poor, those who thirst for justice and peace, those who are persecuted and those who mourn.

The book includes tips for prayer and meditation to nourish ourselves along the way, as well as practical suggestions for living out our faith in the modern world. Following on from our inclusion of the Season of Creation in the Luke edition, we continue to focus on the cry of the earth and the cry of the poor.
As we navigate Matthew's Gospel, we hope to address the question of how this Gospel is relevant for everyday life in all its complexities and in doing so, offer a nourishing spirituality grounded in the Word of God.

About the Author

Jane Mellett currently works as the Laudato Si' Officer for Trocaire. Triona Doherty is a journalist, writer and editor of Reality magazine.

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

-- James Martin SJ

'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 *

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* Catholic South West *

'...a helpful volume for preachers and leaders of worship, especially those who deliver sermons frequently'

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Book Information
ISBN 9781788125642
Author Triona Doherty
Format Paperback
Page Count 144
Imprint Messenger Publications
Publisher Messenger Publications