Through His Wounds We Are Healed - Paperback

by Vojtech Kodet (Author)

Through His Wounds We Are Healed 978-0-89942-116-2

Through His Wounds We Are Healed from Catholic Book Publishing provides a profound spiritual experience by exploring the importance of the Way of the Cross. In this book, author Vojtech Kodet, O. Carm., leads us on a journey of spiritual awareness, demonstrating how the Way of the Cross can be a great way to unite ourselves and the difficulties we face more intimately with Christ in His sufferings. Through His Wounds We Are Healed awakens us to how we can, in this new understanding and unity with Christ, experience His healing power. This deeply comforting book is a tremendous resource for anyone experiencing challenges, illnesses, or any form of suffering.
A devotional on the 14 Stations of the Cross can be immensely helpful during Lent, a 40-day season of penance, prayer, and preparation for Easter in the Christian tradition. This practice, which meditates on Christ's journey to crucifixion and burial, aligns perfectly with Lent's call to reflect on sacrifice, suffering, and redemption.

Among the Features of this book:

• Sturdy, flexible softcover
• Size 3-3/8" x 5-3/4"
• Beautiful, full color illustrations throughout
• Durably binding
• High-quality paper
• It features a simple, pleasant, easy-to-understand style.
• It will help deepen readers' understanding of this beautiful devotion.
• It will add richer meaning to the prayers of all who pray, or wish to pray, novenas.
• Illustrated in two-color with images of Jesus
• Reflections on the 14 Stations of the Cross
• Convenient size for nightstand, office or handbag
• Novena to Jesus Crucified
• Closing Prayer
• ImprimaturNihil Obstat

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First, the Stations--moments like Jesus carrying the cross or being nailed to it--invite deep contemplation of Christ's Passion. During Lent, when believers often fast or sacrifice, this devotional connects personal struggles to Jesus' ultimate offering, fostering gratitude and resilience. It transforms abstract penance into a vivid, relatable journey, making sacrifices more meaningful.
Second, it enhances prayer life. Walking through the 14 scenes, often with scripted prayers or reflections, provides a structured way to focus amidst Lent's introspective demands. It draws the mind to Christ's love and obedience, encouraging a similar surrender to God's will in one's own life.
Third, it promotes repentance, a Lenten cornerstone. Stations like Jesus falling or meeting His mother highlight human frailty and divine mercy, prompting examination of conscience and a resolve to amend faults. This mirrors Lent's emphasis on conversion.
Finally, it prepares the heart for Easter. By tracing Christ's path to the cross--and His death in the 14th Station--the devotional builds anticipation for the Resurrection, linking Lenten discipline to its triumphant end. Whether prayed individually or communally, it roots Lent in scripture and tradition, offering a poignant, tactile way to live out the season's call to holiness, humility, and hope.

Benefits of a small, pocket-sized book, tailored to its compact nature:

• Portability: Its lightweight, slim design slips easily into a pocket, purse, or bag, making it a constant companion for commutes, waiting rooms, or travel--perfect for a quick read, like a parable or prayer, anytime inspiration strikes.
• Convenience: The small size encourages spontaneous use. Whether it's a collection of Jesus' miracles or short reflections, you can flip it open with one hand during a coffee break, maximizing idle moments without needing a dedicated setup.
• Focus: Limited page space distills content to essentials--say, a single miracle or life lesson per chapter. This brevity sharpens attention, offering bite-sized wisdom that's easy to digest and ponder in a busy day.
• Discretion: Its unobtrusive size lets you read privately in public spaces, like a bus or park bench, without drawing attention. A pocket book of faith, for instance, becomes a quiet source of comfort or strength.
• Affordability: Smaller books typically cost less to produce and buy, making them an accessible gift or personal treat. A family might share a stack of them--each exploring a different miracle--without breaking the bank.

These qualities make a pocket-sized book a practical, powerful tool for enrichment on the go.

Front Jacket

This brief but profound book helps us to

more fully understand how the Way of the

Cross can be a wonderful means of uniting

ourselves and the difficulties in our

lives more intimately with Christ and His

sufferings. It makes us aware that it is

through this union that we can experience

the gift of His healing.