The Joy of Priesthood

The Joy of Priesthood

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Author: Stephen J Rossetti
Publisher: Ave Maria
ISBN: 9781594710667
Format: Paperback
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Description

In the last few years, the priesthood has been challenged by crisis and tension. Addressing this crisis, licensed psychologist and director of the Saint Luke Institute, Fr. Stephen Rossetti stresses that psychology can be effective in enriching the lives of priests, and the priesthood itself, if it works with a basis of spirituality. Rossetti invites priests to recognize the dignity of their calling through honest and psychologically based self-assessment because happiness in the priesthood flows from both wholeness and holiness. Rossetti also highlights the need for systemic changes to coincide with personal conversions. He calls for a change in the culture of clerical life; emphasizes the need for greater accountability, openness and honesty on all levels; demands stronger relationships between bishops and priests; and suggests changes in seminary formation that will address the personal challenges faced by priests.

Author

Msgr. Stephen J. Rossetti, a priest of the Diocese of Syracuse, served for many years at Saint Luke Institute in Silver Spring, Maryland, where he became president and CEO. A priest of the Diocese of Syracuse, he previously served in two diocesan parishes. He is a licensed psychologist with a doctorate in psychology from Boston College and a doctor of ministry from the Catholic University of America. He is the author of scores of articles and several books, including Born of the Eucharist, The Joy of Priesthood—recipient of a Catholic Press Association book award—and When the Lion Roars, and he is editor of Behold Your Mother.

Endorsement

“Father Rossetti is uniquely qualified to give sound practical advice to Catholic priests on how to manage their commitments. His wise and encouraging reflections will be welcomed by many young priests embarking on their ministry and by seasoned priests who feel dry and overburdened. This is a book that will help priests to show forth Jesus as light of the world and will help all readers to understand the challenges and consolations of the priesthood today.” – Avery Cardinal Dulles, S.J. “

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