Paschal Mystery

';Our paschal lamb, Christ, has been sacrificed.' These words of St.Paul in hisLetter to the Corinthiansexpress thehighestmystery of the Catholic faith, which Christians around the worldcontemplate andcelebrateevery yearduring theLentandEasterseasons: thesuffering, dying, and rising of Jesus. In this newbook from Word on Fire, readers are offered a week-by-week guide through these sacredseasons with a series of reflections onLenten themes like death, temptation, repentance, prayer, fasting, and almsgiving; the events of the Paschal Mystery of Christ recalled during Holy Week; and the joy of the Gospel reflected in the Easterseason. Featuring key passages from Scripture, extended readings from Bishop Robert Barron, and hymns, poetry, prayers, and additional reflections from across two thousand years of Catholic tradition,The Paschal Mysteryis a perfect companion guide for parishes, families, and individuals longing for a deeper encounter with Christ duringLent and Easter.