Archbishop Oscar Romero: A Shepherd's Diary

by Irene B. Hodgson (translator)

Oscar Arnulfo Romero spoke out on behalf of his suffering people. More than ten years after an assassin's bullet found its mark, the archbishop's message of concern for the poor continues to reverberate throughout the world and throughout the Church. This translation brings to the English-speaking world the authentic voice of the man "already acclaimed by many as St. Romero of the Americas."

Genres: Christianity

542 pages, Hardcover

First published November 1, 1992

Reviews

[Marcia · Rating 4 out of 5]

Because I know the ending, I find this writing extremely poignant. Saints do everyday things. They operate amongst supporters and those who plot against them. They try to balance Christian principles against political extremism on two sides. They have stomach trouble. And they take delight in those they shepherd and serve. All of this is present in this diary.

[Suzanne · Rating 1 out of 5]

What a bore of a read. I opened the book hoping to get some insight into the spirituality of Archbishop Oscar Romero.

No such luck.

It is basically a summary of the things he did that day, and he barely scratches the surface. He often mentions "interesting" discussions, but never goes into details. Ever.

So you're left wondering what was said, what was so interesting.

It's really too bad.

If you're looking for entertaining anecdotes, or spiritual thoughts, look elsewhere.

I think the only people who would be really interested in this book are students of the history of El Salvador, and then only those people who are conducting research.

It's just not an interesting book-- to use his own bland adjective.