Dorothy Day- An Introduction to Her Life and Thought
- Dorothy Day- An Introduction to Her Life and Thought
In this introduction to the life and thought of Dorothy Day, one of the most important lay Catholics of the twentieth century, Terrence Wright presents her radical response to God's mercy. After a period of darkness and sin, which included an abortion and a suicide attempt, Day had a profound awakening to God's unlimited love and mercy through the birth of her daughter.
After her conversion, Day answered the calling to bring God's mercy to others. With Peter Maurin, she founded the Catholic Worker Movement in 1933. Dedicated to both the spiritual and the corporal works of mercy, they established Houses of Hospitality, Catholic Worker Farms, and the Catholic Worker newspaper.
Drawing heavily from Day's own writings, this book reveals her love for Scripture, the sacraments, and the magisterial teaching of the Church. The author explores her philosophy and spirituality, including her devotion to Saints Francis, Benedict, and Thérèse. He also shows how her understanding of the Mystical Body of Christ led to some of her more controversial positions such as pacifism.
Since her death in 1980, Day continues to serve as a model of Christian love and commitment. She recognized Christ in the less fortunate and understood that to be a servant of these least among us is to be a servant of God.
About The Author
Terrence Wright, Ph.D., is an Associate Professor of Philosophy and Director of the Pre-Theology Program at St. John Vianney Theological Seminary in Denver. His academic interests include phenomenology and personalism, particularly the work of Edith Stein and Emmanuel Mounier. He has also published on the relationship between philosophy and literature.
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- "Dorothy Day: An Introduction to Her Life and Thought" by Terrence Wright delves into the spiritual journey of Dorothy Day, a pivotal lay Catholic figure. After a transformative personal awakening, Day co-founded the Catholic Worker Movement, emphasi
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- zing mercy in action through hospices and advocacy. Wright explores her writings, devotion, and controversial pacifism, portraying her as a lasting beacon of Christian love.
Dorothy Day- An Introduction to Her Life and Thought
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