Now in paperback: a beautiful set of meditations on the life of Jesus by one of the world’s most beloved authors.

"Girzone's empathy for the loneliness and insecurity of being human guides readers toward a more satisfying religious experience."—Booklist

Following closely the Gospel accounts of Jesus' life, ministry, death, and resurrection, Father Joseph Girzone focuses on particular aspects of Christ’s nature and mission and their significance for Christians today.

Some of the meditations bring to life Jesus' humor and wit; others illuminate his penetrating insights into human frailties. Together they give us a portrait of a warm and supremely compassionate being who relates to each person as an individual of worth.

Girzone shows how our own compassion is the most profound expression of God’s love and wisdom. These thoughtful, incisive meditations will inspire everyone to embrace God’s eternal message of love and hope, help and healing.

Joseph F. Girzone, a retired priest, is the author of the Joshua series of novels, including Joshua: A Parable of Our Time and Joshua and the Children (Doubleday), which together have sold more than 3 million copies. His most recent novel is The Homeless Bishop (Orbis). He lives in Altamont, New York, where he continues to offer retreats and workshops through the Joshua Foundation.