40 Days with Paul

The famous words of the great apostle Paul have inspired Christians of every generation to take to their hearts his teachings and follow his example of deep, undying love for Jesus. Now, with the help of this little book, you too can join that company of followers and learn some of the great lessons of life from Paul's school of discipleship. Henry Wansbrough has distilled a lifetime of his own learning into this series of 40 compact and compelling meditations. Drawing on each of Paul's major letters, they will lead you to a richer understanding of his life and legacy, and so become a closer, more faithful, more lively follower of Jesus. This book is being published to coincide with the Year of Paul (28 June 2008 - 27 June 2009) as declared by Pope Benedict.

40 Days with Paul is ideal for people wanting to read something about Paul during this special year. It is also suitable for those looking for undated, thoughtful Bible readings or as a gift book for new Christians or special occasions.

Dom Henry Wansbrough, OSB, is General Editor of the New Jerusalem Bible, and is based at Ampleforth Abbey in Yorkshire, having formerly been Master of St Benet's Hall in Oxford. Author of several books, he is fluent in nine languages and recognised worldwide as an expert on the Bible. He is also a broadcaster and has been a contributor to New Daylight and Guidelines.

From The Church Times August 2009

For each of the 40 Days with Paul, Henry Wansbrough has chosen a Pauline text (using the New Jerusalem translation) and written a reflection. The relevant biblical texts are printed in the book. There is a suggestion that it might be used during Lent; an appendix gives reflections on six lectionary readings (Roman Catholic ones) for Lenten Sundays.

From The Good Bookstall website, March 2009

This book is not just for Lent. It has been written with The year of Paul in mind; this runs from 29th June 2008 - 29th June 2009, but the book will be one to read and re-read for much longer than that. Henry Wansbrough OSB, a monk at Ampleforth Abbey, has taken excerpts from many of St Paul's writings and brought them together in this small paperback, and has added his thoughts on each passage and a brief prayer to finish. I found this compilation very useful. Many of the passages are familiar, but usually read seperately. To have them put together in this way enables a greater understanding of Paul's teaching. Highly recommended.

Reviewed by Mary Bartholomew

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