The crosses of Christ.(Opinion & ARTS)

From: National Catholic Reporter | Date: March 21, 2008| Author: O'Donovan, Leo J. | Copyright information

For anyone to whom God's Spirit reveals the Word incarnate among us, there is but one full and final way to life. Jesus of Nazareth's sayings and parables seem immediately illuminating. His healing, inclusive way with people draws you directly to him. You long to imitate his balance of private prayer and vivid presence to others. In the witness of the Gospels, he is both modest and commanding--majestic in fact. His understanding of power and his loving union with the poor transcend...

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