The Reckless Way of Love
Notes on Following Jesus
Dorothy Day author Carolyn Kurtz editor
Format:Paperback
Publisher:Plough Publishing House
Published:16th Mar '17
Should be back in stock very soon
This collection offers Dorothy Day's reflections on faith, exploring how to follow Jesus without burnout, making The Reckless Way of Love a valuable resource for spiritual growth.
In The Reckless Way of Love, Dorothy Day shares her profound reflections on the journey of faith and the challenges that come with it. This thoughtful collection draws from her extensive writings, offering readers a glimpse into the honesty and humor that characterized her approach to spirituality. Day's insights reveal the hopes and fears that shaped her life, providing a rich tapestry of contemplation for those seeking to deepen their relationship with Jesus without succumbing to burnout.
The book serves as a guidebook filled with hard-earned wisdom and practical advice, cultivated over decades of striving to know Jesus and embody his teachings. Unlike larger biographies that focus on her radical activism and extraordinary life, The Reckless Way of Love delves into the more personal aspects of Day's journey. It explores the sources of her strength, the unyielding faith that sustained her, and the deep love she held for humanity, even amidst her own doubts and the pressures of her activist endeavors.
Through her reflections, readers are invited to consider how they can follow Jesus authentically and sustainably. Day’s experiences provide encouragement for those grappling with their own faith journeys, reminding us that love and commitment can flourish, even in the face of life's challenges. This compilation is not just a window into Day's beliefs but also a source of inspiration for anyone seeking to live out their faith with passion and purpose.
"Day was no saint: she was “an ordinary person simply trying to walk the road of following Christ.” This is precisely why her reflections on following Jesus are worthy of study." —Christian Century
"In his speech to Congress during his 2015 visit to the United States, Pope Francis held up Dorothy Day as an example of the selflessness needed today, saying, “Her social activism, her passion for justice and for the cause of the oppressed were inspired by the gospel, her faith, and the example of the saints.” In “The Reckless Way of Love,” a compilation of her writings, Day expounds on the driving force behind this love of service: her persistent faith in God." —Our Sunday Visitor
"Saints are not like the rest of us, but the Dorothy Day in these pages is. Her reflections leave one wondering whether what made her so fascinating was that she took the simple teaching of her faith at face value and to heart." —Library Journal
"If you have any degree of devotion to, affection for, or interest in Dorothy Day, The Reckless Way of Love is a must-have addition to your library. The selections are carefully, even prayerfully chosen and meticulously organized."—Mark Gordon, The Dorothy Option, Patheos.com
ISBN: 9780874867923
Dimensions: 177mm x 127mm x 11mm
Weight: 181g
149 pages