One, Holy, Catholic, and Apostolic
From the Church of the Apostles to the "Synodal" Church
We live in apocalyptic times: secularization, persecution, and atheism abound. In the history of the Church, the faithful relied on councils to unify and help them weather life's fierce trials. But what recourse do we have when the synods themselves begin sparking confusion and discord?
Cardinal Joseph Zen of Hong Kong was formed during the "wind of Pentecost" surrounding the Second Vatican Council and taught theology and philosophy in seminaries for more than fifty years. In these pages, collected from His Eminence's homilies, pastoral letters, and addresses, Cardinal Zen breaks open the Gospels and Sacred Tradition to help you remain steadfast in the true Faith and enliven your personal relationship with our Lord.
These wise teachings will safeguard you and provide the spiritual medicine and "rich nutrition" need for fruitful daily living. Cardinal Zen reveals how to transmit the Faith with vitality and love to every generation - even from your own home. Through his insights, drawn from extraordinary real-life experience, you will also glean:
- Three indispensable elements of the Church that lead directly to Christ
- The dangers of the Synod on Synodality
- The "great grace" God has given us and how you can receive it
- Surefire ways to "test the spirit" and discern the truth
- How clergy can embody the Good Shepherd
- How to love and worship God above all and grow in confidence over fear
Regardless of where you are on your faith journey, Cardinal Zen reminds you: "Jesus has crazily fallen in love with you with all His heart, has dedicated Himself to you, and will not give up on you." As you encounter Christ's transformative presence in your life, you will be empowered with the courage to invite others to loving union with Him.
Endorsements
This book by Cardinal Joseph Zen is an important witness of the love that His Eminence has for the “one, holy, catholic, and apostolic” Church, and this explains also his warnings about the present crisis of the Church. In this regard, it is important to read carefully what he has to say, especially about the “Synod on Synodality.” It is a valuable book to reflect on some important Catholic truths that today appear almost forgotten.
Athanasius Schneider
In this insightful book, sorely needed in a time such as ours in the Church, Joseph Cardinal Zen shows that the Church is at a crossroads on the reception of the ecclesiology of Vatican II in Lumen Gentium: the liberal/progressive and conservative/neo-traditionalist. Cardinal Zen addresses an issue of continuing urgency in post–Vatican II theology—namely, harmonious development of that ecclesiology, as in the writings of Popes Paul VI, John Paul II, and Benedict XVI, or deviation from, and rupture with, Catholic tradition. The author is to be applauded for his efforts to implement the authentic teachings of the council.
Eduardo Echeverria
In each generation, often in moments of crisis, there emerge unique men and women endowed with a clarity of mind who speak out in so compelling a manner that their words can bring insight and encouragement when confusion, doubt, and discouragement prevail. One of those contemporary voices is that of His Eminence Joseph Cardinal Zen, a man whose humility may sometimes cloak his intelligence, strength, and insight. His fidelity to the apostolic tradition, which pervades these pages, will stir the soul and engender boldness in confidently speaking the truth.
Robert Sirico
Cardinal Joseph Zen is one of the great Christian witnesses of our time, a man full of faith who lives the joy of the gospel. His words of wisdom will, I hope, inspire Catholics around the world to believe as firmly as he does.
George Weigel
This book by Cardinal Joseph Zen is a book needed in our time of great confusion in the Church. In his text, Cardinal Zen reminds everyone what the Church really is and what the Church always should be, a Church that Christ has given us for the salvation of humanity—not a sort of NGO. The words of the former bishop of Hong Kong are a wake-up call for all those who have forgotten what the Church is about and what should be her nature and structure. The pages on the Synod on Synodality also cause us to think about what is at stake in our day, and they should be considered with our utmost attention.
Gerhard Cardinal Müller
A book by Cardinal Zen is earning the highest attention today. Cardinal Zen is a rock of orthodoxy in a time when the Church in Western countries is weakened by the loss of faith. Hearing the voice of this holy bishop is, in this era of heresy and ignorance, a comfort and gives hope that the Holy Spirit has not left the Church.
Martin Mosebach
Cardinal Zen is a giant of the Faith.
Paul Mariani
In this book, Cardinal Zen shows himself to be a wise and learned shepherd. Most of the chapters are taken from homilies, pastoral letters, and other pronouncements made during his time as the coadjutor and then bishop of Hong Kong (1996–2009). The cardinal touches on a wide range of topics, including moral theology, eschatology, sexuality, the priesthood, and marriage. In his final chapter, he offers his insights and concerns about the current Synod on Synodality. While recognizing synods as a historical reality, he examines competing views on what synodality actually means for the life of the Church today. This book should be of interest to all Catholics who share Cardinal Zen’s passionate love for the one, holy, catholic, and apostolic Church. Even those who might disagree with some of his views will find his points provocative and engaging.
Robert Fastiggi
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