St John of the Cross

Like John's leap onto the city walls of Toledo, high above the perilous cliffs of the Tajo, so the saint says, the Christian life must be a similar leap of faith 'in darkness and unknown' as we take a deep breath, place our trust in God and let go into the full clear air alone at last and in terrifying wonder of God's loving embrace.

Within this book we shall encounter John as mystic, artist, theologian, psychologist and initiator of dialogue with other faiths. John can best be understood today, as a practical theologian, offering clear practical help for today's Christians to encounter the living Lord.

'A treasure house of resources... I highly recommend it'                                  Fr. James McCaffrey OCD