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The Church receives from God the mandate to lead men and women from their limited and isolated existence to universal communion, from the natural to the supernatural, from transience to the end of time. In his work on Angels Peterson says in this regard: The starting point of this journey is the binding character of Sacred Scripture. According to Peterson, Sacred Scripture becomes binding and is binding to the extent that it is not only in itself but in the hermeneutic of Apostolic Tradition which, in turn, is brought about in the Apostolic Succession.
Hence the the Church preserves Scripture in a living present and at the same time interprets it. These convictions are continuously developed in the Liturgy as a living space of the Church for praise of God.
The Divine Office celebrated on earth therefore has an indissoluble relationship with the heavenly Jerusalem: Those who take part in Holy Mass stand almost on the threshold of the heavenly sphere from which they contemplate the worship of the Angels and Saints. Wherever the earthly Church intones her Eucharistic praise, she is united with the festive, heavenly assembly, in which, in the Saints a part of her has already arrived and gives hope to all on this earth who are still journeying on towards the eternal fulfilment.
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Perhaps at this point I should make a personal reflection. I discovered the figure of Erik Peterson for the first time in I was then chaplain at Bogenhausen. Mr Wild, director of Kosel, the local publishing house, gave me the recently published book Theologische Traktate Theological Treatises. I read the book with increasing curiosity and let myself be truly impassioned by it because in it I found the theology I was seeking: Indeed, in his research, the author participates in the self-surmounting of the letter, enters into this self-surmounting and lets himself be guided by it.
Thus he comes into contact with the One from whom theology itself derives: In this way the discrepancy between the past, that philology analyzes, today is surmounted in and of itself, because the word leads to the encounter with reality and the entire timeliness of what is written, which transcends itself towards reality and becomes alive and active. Thus I learned from him, in a most essential and profound way, what theology really is.
And I even felt admiration, because here he does not only say what he thinks, but this book is an expression of a quest that was the passion of his life. Paradoxically, the exchange of letters with Harnack is the maximum expression of the unexpected attention that Peterson was receiving. Peterson grasped the full seriousness of this affirmation of the open theologian and let himself be shaken, overwhelmed, bent and transformed by it.
I really did enjoy this book, but it took some time before the book grabbed me. Parts of the book seemed to really drag so I would easily set it aside to do something else. That's rare for me. However, occasionally I set it down because of the heaviness of the read. This isn't an easy enjoyable beach read. Real life occurs in these pages..
The author deals with them well, and I loved the faith theme throughout the book. I loved how it ended because it didn't I really did enjoy this book, but it took some time before the book grabbed me. I loved how it ended because it didn't end as a fairy tale Life is like that. The ending, however, does feel a bit rushed. This book takes real life situations and applies faith and forgiveness. I love the characters in this book as well. It being written from the point of view of a young male was brilliant.
I did enjoy this read and would recommend it. Some of it may be difficult for some readers especially the torture used in WWII. Don't let that deter you from reading a book that is much more true to life than most books portray. I received this book through Bookfun for my honest opinion which I have given.
Jul 04, Kari rated it really liked it Shelves: I would recommend this book to anyone with ties to Lyon, ties to Atlanta, a love for France, a desire to discover French culture or just wanting a break from the same ol', same ol'. This isn't like anything you've read before. The characters are well-developed and stick with you, which is great until you realize you're crying on a bus full of strangers because you are truly feeling their story, and not just reading it.
I've lived in Lyon for four years, but reading this book gave me a renewed an I would recommend this book to anyone with ties to Lyon, ties to Atlanta, a love for France, a desire to discover French culture or just wanting a break from the same ol', same ol'. I've lived in Lyon for four years, but reading this book gave me a renewed and deeper appreciation for the city and its residents.
I'm not a history buff by any stretch, but both in this book and her others, her attention to details and incredible research draw me in. This is truly a case of 'don't judge a book by its cover'. I'd read other books by this author that I'd really enjoyed and appreciated for their insight into cultures I love, but I held off for a while before reading this one. Because of the cover.
I thought it was a romance novel, which is not usually my thing. But I was wrong to have judged it first. Jul 26, Lori rated it it was amazing. This was to me, a very emotional book. I felt Emiles pain at having to move from one country to another. I hated that he's had to wait and watch with worry to wonder of his papa we still alive after all these years. I enjoyed watching Emily grow and learn through his Grandma and his best friend Eternity. Klaus Barbie is a real killer he was nicknamed The Butcher of Lyon. He was as heartless as Hitler was in sending ppl to the concentration camps during ww2.
I was saddened by all that happened an This was to me, a very emotional book. I was saddened by all that happened and I praised the Lord the survivors of the concentration camps finally got what they called peace.
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Elizabeth really made her characters come alive in the telling of the 1st person genre. I really like reading a book this way because I can relate to the characters much better!! Great job Elizabeth for a wonderful story. I couldn't put this book down and it only took me 3 days to read it it was so good!!! Aug 15, Diane Higgins rated it really liked it. It is fiction with a little suspense added in. This story follows the life of Emile De Bonnery.
He was born and raised in France but now he and his mother are in Atlanta coming to live with the grandmother he never met! His father is not coming with him, and Emile is told that his father ran off with another woman. However, Emile does not believe this about his father, and he's determined to find out where his father really is "Searching for Eternity" by Elizabeth Musser is an interesting novel.
However, Emile does not believe this about his father, and he's determined to find out where his father really is.
As Emile is trying to adjust to living and going to school in the states, he befriends a young girl his age who is just as determined to help Emile find his father. This story becomes more complicated as you keep reading. It definitely has a good bit of twists and turns. If you like fiction with some suspense and a good bit of history, I believe you would like this novel.
I received this novel from Bookfun for my honest opinion. Aug 19, Liz rated it really liked it Shelves: Update - I don't know what the problem was 6 years ago; I just revisited this book and really enjoyed it this time. There are several story lines from different time periods going on, but they all work well and fit together. It's one of those stories that had me looking up events, cities, history and such which I love!
The only reason I gave 4 stars instead of 5 is due to the length of the book. There are heavy issues addressed, some added towards the end, and it just felt a little bit long. I w Update - I don't know what the problem was 6 years ago; I just revisited this book and really enjoyed it this time. I was ready to move on to some lighter reading. But very glad that I went back and gave it a second try! I got about half way through this book and still didn't feel connected to this story or the characters. I didn't dislike the book; it just wasn't grabbing me either.
It has gotten good reviews, so I might go back and try it again sometime. Jan 02, Rachel rated it did not like it. There was too much going on in this book. The main storyline would have been plenty, with the French Resistance and disappearance of the father, but then the author added in all these tangents that led to nowhere.
The middle of the story was soooooo sloooooow, even with all the extra stuff she threw in. Some of the extra plots seemed contrived, especially the "Christian" themes, and easy forgiveness that happened at the very end. It just doesn't work to take all these unrelated, and related plot There was too much going on in this book. It just doesn't work to take all these unrelated, and related plots and try to tie it all together in the last 5 pages. It didn't make sense, and all the questions that were central to the story in the first place weren't answered.
The only character I related to, and liked, was the American Grandma. I would not recommend this book, and I definitely won't reread it. Aug 02, Tina Pinson rated it really liked it. I enjoyed the book. It spans several years, and countries as you follow Emile from his home in France to Atlanta in the 's where he doesn't want to be. He's upset that his mother ripped him away from his life in France and dropped in a strange new place. Even worse, she left without waiting for his father.
Who up and left them one night leaving Emile to wonder why and leaving him with a mystery to uncover about his dad. But the writer did a good job moving the story along. It dealt with hard issues of obesity, drinking, antisemitism, revenge and more. It was done with an honest and sometimes heart wrenching take.
There were a couple of times where I felt the story dragged on, but not overly. I would recommend it. This is an incredibly wonderful book. But I fell in love with the characters, especially Emile and Eternity. They felt like close friends, or family, or maybe even part of myself. And I loved that they were "real," that they didn't have everything figured out, they didn't gloss over struggles with Pollyanna faith. They struggled with forgiveness and with moving forward after diffic This is an incredibly wonderful book.
They struggled with forgiveness and with moving forward after difficult things. And, as with "real life" people, they grew in their faith by the Two Steps Forward, One Step Back method most of us are familiar with. And that made them very relatable. So I highly recommend this book -- interesting plot, wonderful characters, and very "real. Mar 04, Deb rated it liked it Shelves: Ever wish your father was a spy?
Emile's father is, but he finds out the harsh realities of such a life when his father abandons Emile and his mother and they are forced to move from France to America. Emile is forced to adapt to an entirely different culture, dodge the bullies at school, and try to figure out what really happened to his father. The only good part of his move to America seems to be that his meets Eternity Jones, a fascinating girl at school who he befriends and tries to help.
As Ever wish your father was a spy? As the story progresses Emile eventually finds answers to his questions--but only after a lifetime of searching. Some of the plot points seem pretty unlikely, but it's an enjoyable story nonetheless. Aug 18, Kimberly rated it it was amazing.
Emile E Bonnery was born in France, then in the s he ended up on the other side of the ocean, in Atlanta. While there, he discovers many things about his father, some good, some not so good.
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Emile finds a friend in search of their own answers. Together they search together. Searching for Eternity is such a well-written book. Set in the time of the French Resistance, Elizabeth Musser was able to make the time and the characters come to life. Her characters were well-rounded and very well defi Emile E Bonnery was born in France, then in the s he ended up on the other side of the ocean, in Atlanta.
Her characters were well-rounded and very well defined. I feel like five stars is not enough for this book. Thank you for allowing me to read this book. I was given this book by the author, Bethany House, and bookfun. May 25, Jackie rated it it was ok. I finished this book! I am not sure why, but this one didn't really grab me the way Musser's other books have. Some answers you will never find—some you will. And then, when you need to respond as He would, somehow that love blooms, watered by years of tears and tended by His Spirit. Maybe not all at once, Emile.
Victims could move on, but deep down they were still victims. Maybe there were parts of us that would never recover from the injuries of the past. And maybe that was all right, because we could still be useful in our maimed and injured state. The occasional mentions of eating at the Varsity in Atlanta have me questioning why I never went there the few years we lived in the area! You should read it. It comes up occasionally on sale for the Kindle app. And I am going to miss these characters! Wow, this sounds like a wonderful book! Thanks for the review. I am going over to Amazon right now and order this book.
It sounds really really good. Thank you for the wonderful review, Barbara. Going on my list right now. My book club loves Musser and this one is a particular favorite. We took a field trip to Atlanta and enjoyed a meal at a French restaurant as well as a stop at the Varsity. January Stray Thoughts. Reading Plans for Stray Thoughts.