Mitch Pacwa
Список книг автора Mitch PacwaThe Eucharist
"They devoted themselves to the teachings of the apostles and to the communal life, to the breaking of the bread and to the prayers" – Acts 2:42 It is called the «source and summit» of our Catholic faith – The Holy Eucharist. But do we really understand its true meaning? In Fr. Mitch Pacwa's The Eucharist: A Bible Study Guide for Catholics you will see the essential connection between the Eucharist and the Scriptures, and through reflection and discussion you'll learn to apply the principles in your own life.</PIn this study you will find answers to these questions and more: Where do we see symbols of the Eucharist in the Old Testament?How do the Old Testament sacrifices prefigure Christ's sacrifice?What did Jesus mean when he said «Do this in remembrance of me»?Why is Jesus called the Lamb of God?How do we meet Jesus in the breaking of the bread? Perfect for group or individual study, The Eucharist will change the way you look at the Mass and allow you to meet Jesus as transformed by his gift of life.
The Holy Spirit
“O Holy Spirit, descend plentifully into my heart. Enlighten the dark corners of this neglected dwelling and scatter there Thy cheerful beams.” —Saint Augustine The Holy Spirit, the third person of the Trinity, remains a mystery for many of us. We “adore and glorify” the Spirit with the Father and the Son, but do we really understand the power or the actions of the Spirit? Father Mitch Pacwa, renowned spiritual leader and popular author and TV host, guides us through seven sessions on the Holy Spirit, and answering questions like: What’s the Holy Spirit’s role in creation?How does the Holy Spirit bestow authority and empower us?How did the Spirit work through the prophets?How does the Spirit give us wisdom and «lead us into all truth»?What is the relationship between the Holy Spirit, Jesus, and the Trinity?How did the Holy Spirit empower Mary and others in the New Testament?What role does the Holy Spirit play in our spiritual lives? Written to be used by groups or individuals, each session includes catechesis, discussion, and a call to put the learning into practice. Let this study encourage you, the words of the Veni, Creator Spiritus, which dates back to the ninth century, pray, “Come Holy Spirit, Creator blest, and in our souls take up Thy rest.”
