Mystery & Tradition: Catholicism for Today's Spiritual Seekers

Experience the enduring power of Catholicism and its message of meaning and hope for today.  Joseph Stoutzenberger acts as a knowledgeable guide, leading spiritual seekers through the depth of wisdom that Catholicism has to offer. He goes beyond the common knowledge, delving into underlying thinking and historical contexts, and then asks, "What do you think?" The book proposes that Catholicism is invaluable in the quest for what it means to be genuinely human. It explores how elements of Catholicism speak to pressing concerns of today. Through both triumphs and failures, Catholicism manifests in ornate symbols and rituals, sinners and saints, heroic selfless acts, and ordinary people doing unheralded good work. Its inspiration comes from Jesus and from the recognition that holiness surrounds us. The book invites conversations that are needed today as we seek wisdom, direction, beauty, and hope. Both lifelong Catholics and those who wonder if the church can be a nurturing home can deepen their understanding of the faith through this book. Insights from multiple sources serve as jumping-off points for seekers of other faiths or no faith. The book does not shy away from questions and controversies associated with Catholicism, instead, it offers insightful perspectives on them. You will discover that Catholicism is no stranger in the search for truth and has much to say about it.