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Fr. Ken Overberg writes from and speaks to the heart that longs to know God--and thus he is willing to challenge our long-cherished idols and complacent ideas about God. With a rare combination of theological clarity and pastoral wisdom tested in a lifetime of generous presence to his students, colleagues, and fellow adult pilgrims, Overberg's vision of discipleship flows from Jesus' call to participate in the ongoing wonder of incarnation, the creative process of God's eternal longing to become human. Jesus is not God's second thought, a divine rescue mission, and neither are we! Here the measure of all things human and divine is life itself and the freedom for love. And indeed, What a difference this makes for our relationship with God! By gently reordering our imaginations toward the God of life and love, Disciples gives us reason to hope, and courage to follow. Christopher Pramuk Chair of Ignatian Thought and Imagination; Associate Professor of Theology Regis University This slim, seemingly ordinary volume shines with extraordinary wisdom. Like his Jesuit confr re, Pope Francis, Kenneth Overberg has a gift for drawing our eyes to Jesus--calling us to take up the radical demands of discipleship, inspired by the sheer joy of following him. Short, reflective chapters move from the birth of our savior to the end of our days--full of insights that light the imagination, spark discussion, and lead into prayer. Edward P. Hahnenberg, Ph.D. Jack and Mary Jane Breen Chair in Catholic Systematic Theology John Carroll University In this book Kenneth Overberg S.J. shows a refreshing capacity to combine excellent scholarship and readability. A consummate teacher, Kenneth starts each chapter by posing the relevant questions and challenging the reader to pause and reflect, before he presents possible ways of addressing the topic at hand and offering, as well as analyzing in many cases, Ecclesial responses. An inspiration to all of us, Disciples challenges us to embrace, and live with integrity, the message of Jesus in these: Extraordinary Times. Barbara Fiand SND de N

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Kenneth R. Overberg, S.J., is a professor of theology at Xavier University. He received a Ph.D. in social ethics from the University of Southern California. His books include the award-winning Conscience in Conflict: How to Make Moral Choices, and is a frequent contributor to Catholic Update.

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