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The inspiration for this series of reflections initially came from Tim O Brien's collection of short stories reflecting on his time in Vietnam called 'The Things They Carried'. In these stories we don't just hear about the physical things that the soldiers carry, but also their terrors and dreams. The author has taken this idea and applied it to the 'Passion', focussing on the things that Jesus carried: not just the cross itself, but the crown of thorns he was forced to wear, the seamless robe that was taken from him, the other burdens that we laid upon him, and also the hopes and fears that he carried in his heart and that are reflected in the different passion narratives.The idea was further developed for the 2006 Good Friday 'Three Hours' service at St Paul's Cathedral and it is these reflections that have now been expanded and developed into this book.Suitable for Lenten study, either for groups or individuals, the engagingly written meditations will have a life beyond Lent and will bear repeated reading.
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Stephen Cottrell is Bishop of Chelmsford, was formerly Bishop of Reading, and is a key author of the Emmaus series. Born and brought up in Essex, before ordination he lived in South London, working in the film industry, and for a year at St Christopher's Hospice in Sydenham. Alongside his contributions to the Emmaus: Way of Faith series, he also authored the Archbishop of Canterbury's Lent Book 2004, I Thirst. Formerly Canon Residentiary at Peterborough Cathedral, he took on the Reading episcopacy in May 2004.
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The Things He Carried
An excellent book for Holy Week.The atmosphere created by/in these meditative chapters is quite amazing (imagine how it must have come over in St Paul's).
I had intended to use it as the basis of a Lent course for my house group but have decided to use it for personal reflection during Holy Week. It does not lend itself too readily for weekly use throughout Lent.
Bp Stephen Cottrell certainly succeeded with this 'big preach'.
An excellent book for Holy Week.The atmosphere created by/in these meditative chapters is quite amazing (imagine how it must have come over in St Paul's).
I had intended to use it as the basis of a Lent course for my house group but have decided to use it for personal reflection during Holy Week. It does not lend itself too readily for weekly use throughout Lent.
Bp Stephen Cottrell certainly succeeded with this 'big preach'.
3 of 3 people found the following review helpful
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This book is thoughtfully and beautifully written by someone who really knows his subject. I so enjoyed reading each chapter and they all were meaningful for me. I have purchased several copies for friends. I can't give any higher recommendation than that. Five stars from me.
3 of 3 people found the following review helpful
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Such an excellent book - Stephen Cottrell (Bishop of Reading) writes with passion and understanding of Jesus' pain and suffering for us as God's children. I urge you to read it cos your life will change.
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An excellent book for Lent / Holy Week devotions
Our Rector planned to use this book for the basis of the 3-hour devotional on Good Friday this year (2011), and I purchased it (as I was assisting at the service). Read more
Published 12 months ago by Rev'd Richard Allen
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This is a book with a different take on the crucifixion. It makes you think and is suitable for using in a study group
Published 20 months ago by anni
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