Read by Rev. Howard Gray S.J., Ph.D

Take an unforgettable journey through the Bible's great stories with modern spiritual master, Fr. Howard Gray, S.J., as your guide. For as long as humans have been around, we have found comfort in stories. In Great Biblical Stories: A Narrative Journey with Howard Gray, you will discover newfound theological and spiritual meaning in the Bible's great stories. By looking at the stories God uses in the Bible and developing an informed approach to the literature of faith, you will come to know Him more personally. Under the guidance of Fr. Howard Gray, S.J., you will discover God as both a dynamic actor in the human narrative and a witty and loving teller of tales. A masterful speaker on spirituality, Fr. Gray explores how Jesus' storytelling technique connects to the stories in each of our own lives. In this 12-lecture program, you will first look at the four Old Testament stories of Jonah, Ruth and Naomi, Elijah, and Jacob. In these narratives, you will discover the richness of God's mercy and forgiveness, His hopes for the human family, and the ways He works towards peace and reconciliation. Next, you will look at Jesus as a central figure of the Gospel narratives and as a storyteller in His ministry, exploring His call, compassion, relationship to women, hospitality, and prayer. After looking at how the Spirit inspired the Church to become a Church for all peoples, you will consider God as a storyteller, exploring the ways you can become His partner in this theology of story. If you love stories and want to deepen your understanding of your own Christian heritage, you will treasure the beautiful insights of this course

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