Covenant of Love: Pastoral Reflections on Marriage

by John Joseph O'Connor

Book Overview

The purpose of this book, in the Cardinal's words, "is not simply to emphasize the importance of appropriate preparation for marriage, or to discuss the nature of such preparation-although I do attempt to do this. But I want to go deeper, most particularly by way of exploring the likeness of marriage and priesthood, together with the radical reason for marriage itself." And so this is not a marriage manual, nor a book of strict guidelines and instructions...

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0764803387
• ISBN13: 9780764803383
• Release Date: January 1999
• Publisher: Liguori Publications
• Length: 119 Pages
• Weight: 0.35 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.4" x 5.1" x 7.4"

Customer Reviews

A book of Grace

In contrast to Pope John Paul II's "theology of body", Cardinal O'connor presents a much simpler, yet as elegant collection of pastoral essays on the true meaning and practices of love and marriage. The books aims at the restoration of Divine Mystery in the avenue of life called "Covenant", which most of our contemporary society has ceased to believe in. A perfect blend of inspired Wisdom and everyday experiences- this is a must read for Christian of all vocations.