Discover the life of a devoted Jesuit whose letters reveal a calling in action and charity. This biography uses Henry Van Rensselaer’s own writings to illuminate faith lived out in the daily work of a priest and mentor.
This edition gathers his letters and recollections to trace a path from novice days through his parish work in New York. It shows how devotion, discipline, and personal warmth shaped a life of service, ministry, and mission.
- See a priest who writes with tenderness to family, friends, and supporters, and who stays true to his vows.
- Learn how he balanced study, prayer, and active ministry, including missions and parish life in New York.
- Get portraits of colleagues and friends who trusted him, and moments that reveal his humility and generosity.
- Explore the personal anecdotes that illustrate his character as a model for faith in action.
Ideal for readers of religious biography, Jesuit history, and letters that illuminate faith, vocation, and service.
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Vendeur : Forgotten Books, London, Royaume-Uni
Paperback. Etat : New. Print on Demand. This illuminating biography tells the extraordinary story of Father Henry Van Rensselaer, whose spiritual odyssey began with his strict Protestant upbringing and culminated in his conversion to Catholicism and his ordination as a Jesuit priest. Filled with remarkable insights, this book offers a captivating glimpse into the beliefs and practices of Anglicanism, Catholicism, and other Christian denominations during the 19th century. The author provides a rich historical and theological context for Father Van Rensselaer's journey, exploring the complexities of religious life in Victorian America and England. Through the priest's personal letters and writings, readers witness his thoughtful questioning of faith, his struggle with doubt, and his eventual discovery of profound peace within the Catholic Church. This book not only illuminates the life of a remarkable individual but also deepens our understanding of the nature of faith, conversion, and the enduring power of religious belief. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. N° de réf. du vendeur 9781331191315_0
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Vendeur : Revaluation Books, Exeter, Royaume-Uni
Paperback. Etat : Brand New. 368 pages. 9.02x5.98x0.76 inches. This item is printed on demand. N° de réf. du vendeur zk1331191319
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Etat : Sehr gut. Zustand: Sehr gut | Seiten: 368 | Sprache: Englisch | Produktart: Bücher | Keine Beschreibung verfügbar. N° de réf. du vendeur 25912278/2
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