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The Gift of Peace
Joseph Cardinal Bernardin's gentle leadership throughout his life of ministerial service had made him an internationally beloved figure, but the words he left behind about his final journey would change the lives of many more people from all faiths, from all backgrounds, and from all over the world.
In the last two months of his life, Joseph Cardinal Bernardin made it his u...more
In the last two months of his life, Joseph Cardinal Bernardin made it his u...more
Paperback, 176 pages
Published
November 10th 1998
by Image
(first published 1997)
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Had it not been a bookside bed at the Catholic Retreat House where I spent last week-end, I would not have chosen this. It was an easy read, written simply and written within the last two months of the Cardinal's life.
The focus of the book is on the three years prior to his death and includes reflections on his being accused of sexual mis-conduct (a charge that was proven untrue and for which the accuser apologized) and his experience with Cancer.
It sets no stylistic standards. It reads much li...more
The focus of the book is on the three years prior to his death and includes reflections on his being accused of sexual mis-conduct (a charge that was proven untrue and for which the accuser apologized) and his experience with Cancer.
It sets no stylistic standards. It reads much li...more
i only read his chapters on being accused falsely of a crime. bernardin is Arrogant. he may be a good preacher, i've not heard him, or administrator but by his own words he is no pastor.
later in the book he writes about getting cancer. just guessing - he didn't deserve it and his pride was strengthened by surviving it.
later in the book he writes about getting cancer. just guessing - he didn't deserve it and his pride was strengthened by surviving it.
I read this along with Tuesdays with Morrie for a book club. I expected this to be a very dry and boring book but was mistaken. Cardinal Bernardin found that his battle for his reputation mattered more than his battle with cancer. This had deeper meaning than Tuesdays with Morrie.
I lived in Chicago and was a member of the Chicago archdiocese during the 90's,and read about & heard cardinal Bernadin during some of his most trying times, which he describes in this book. This is a very good book about a very good man.
A good man's final gift to those who admired his grace, courage and his compassion when when falsely accused of misconduct, diagnosed with cancer, a year of remission before his cancer returned without ever resorting to platitudes.
WOW! What a man of God - falsely accused of sexual abuse, diagnosed with cancer and writing this book, finishing it 9 days before he died. A wonderful story of true forgiveness and absolute faith in Truth and trusting the Lord.
The title speaks volumes about this book. How to carry on with dignity when others accuse you falsely. The important things to look for in this life and how to prepare for the next. Well written and inspirational.
Each time I put this book down I was left with a deep sense of peace. Simply and beautifully written, there's so much to learn from this man who so deeply loved Jesus and desired to serve and shepherd His people every day.
Just finish reading it and it so inspiring! " To close the gap between what i want to be and what God wants me to be, I must empty myself and let Jesus come in and take over".
I actually really liked this book. The title really sums it up. He is going through difficult things in his life, and he really shows how God had granted him with peace.
Rec. by Wed AM Bible study. Autobiography of the last 3 years of this Chicago Cardinal's life when he dealt with false accusations and his death from pancreatic cancer.
Reading this book made me realize what an amazing person he was. I liked that he didn't write the book to brag about his good deeds.
Recommended as one of her favorite books by a friend from Church. This is a very quick and easy read. I really enjoyed this one.
Cardinal Bernardin was a truly amazing man; full of forgiveness, serenity & holiness. Sespite what he went through,he was steadfast in his faith & love for Jesus & folloowed God's dire4ction throughout all of his humilation & suffereing.
Reflections on his prayer life and feelings as he dealt with false accusations and cancer. Humbling to read.
It was a beautiful little book. A quick, easy read with an inspiring story. What more could you want?
A beautiful book. I read it in one day. A definite re-read some day.
Mar 27, 2009
Laurie
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So good. Dying with dignity.
Jul 26, 2012
Toni Caponera
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Loved it.
Apr 01, 2008
Sue MacDonald
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5 of 5 stars
Recommends it for:
anyone who is looking for a return to peace in their daily lives
Originally read in 2006, I still pick up this book by Cardinal Bernadin. It is a thoughtful journal of Carindal Bernadin's last few years. Regardless of your religious background or spirituality, there are life lessons to be learned from this small but memorable book.
What I learned from this book - 1. oftentimes forgiveness can provide relief for both people 2. Illness affects everyone 3. The number of people who care about you is more than you could imagine.
What I learned from this book - 1. oftentimes forgiveness can provide relief for both people 2. Illness affects everyone 3. The number of people who care about you is more than you could imagine.
Simple and hopeful. Cardinal Bernardin journals his search for meaning with each of his struggles -- a false accusation, cancer, and finally dying. He reveals reasons for hope and peace in each experience. Rather than sad, this story is joyful and gives hope in an Easter after each trial. He insightfully answers the question of why we have suffering, as someone who experiences it and who truly cares for his people and wants to provide them with encouragement.
To face his death in such a public manner was heroic and the right approach. I wish I could have met him.
In 150 pages, Cardinal Bernadin shows us a lot about how to live and how to die. I might not hit the bar he sets for us in emptying ourselves and befriending death, but I'm going to work toward it--the benefits of doing so are too great not to try.
Like Randy Pausch, Cardinal Bernardin also suffered pancreatic cancer. His book reflects the last 3 years of his life, including the false accusation of sexually abusing a seminarian. A wonderful book-full of hope, insight and reflection.
I met and spoke to cardinal bernadin on two ocassions and both times left me with a sense that this man knew the peace of our lord. This book lays it all out about what an incredible believer he was in life.
This book is an excellent read, especially for someone who may have suffered something similar. It really left me feeling peaceful, and I enjoyed the journey from his alleged abuse to his death.
A book that teaches how to be friends with death, and why you would even want to do such a thing. An easy read, but thought-provoking.
(Thank you Booklady, for this book!!)
(Thank you Booklady, for this book!!)
Inspirational. It is interesting to read this book, while spending so much time at Loyola and the Cardinal Bernardin Cancer Center.
Apr 05, 2008
Nicole
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Cardinal Bernardin's autobiography. A beautiful book.
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Joseph Louis Bernardin (originally Bernardini) (April 2, 1928 – November 14, 1996) was an American Cardinal of the Catholic Church. He served as President of the National Conference of Catholic Bishops, as well as Archbishop of Chicago from 1982 until his death in 1996.
Bernardin's original academic ambition was to become a physician, inspiring him to enroll in the pre-medical program at the Univer...more
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