Who Knows the Reach of God?: Homilies and Reflections for Year a (Contemporary Pastoral and Spiritual Books)

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Good homilies reach into the deep places in our lives. They use stories images and metaphors to draw the community into communion with each other and with God. Fr. Corbin Eddys first volume in his trilogy of homilies Who Knows the Colour of God? drew praise for the way he richly illustrates the power of a homily as an "intimate conversation" between priest and parishioners. His three-part series continues with this volume devoted to homilies based on the Gospel of Matthew read during Year A of the lectionary cycle. "The lectionary of cycle A finds its centre of gravity in the Gospel of Matthew " Fr. Eddy writes. "Addressed to a Christian community of largely Jewish origin the teaching of Jesus in Matthew is organized into five great sermons reflecting the Hebrew Torah the first five books of the Bible texts of supreme importance for Israel. Throughout Matthew Jesus is presented as the embodiment and full expression of Israels highest ideals and hopes." Once again this volume is an excellent resource for priests preparing homilies and for lay people with an interest in "breaking open the word" to a deeper understanding of Gods action in their lives