The Cross and the Crib

The Cross & The Crib.
When Calvary Becomes the Nursery.
A Journey of Discovery with Archbishop Fulton J. Sheen!

In this special collection of New York Times best-selling author Archbishop Fulton J. Sheen works, the reader will find some timely reflections on the seven last words our Blessed Lord Jesus Christ spoke from His Cross on Calvary and the seven times recorded in sacred scripture where His Mother spoke.
Valuable insights into the terms "spiritual adoption" and "coming to Jesus through Mary" are found in these fifteen meditations taken from nine of Sheen's best seminal works.
Woman, Behold thy Son; Behold thy Mother
The Value of Ignorance
Thy Kingdom Come
The Secret of Sanctity
The Sanctus
The Fellowship of Religion
Blessed are the Clean of Heart
Confidence in Victory
Suffering of the Innocent
Religion is a Quest
Lust
The Hour
Prudence
The Purpose of Life
A Word to the Selfish
When Calvary Becomes the Nursery
As the reader ponders these reflections, they might have to pause for a moment or two over a sentence that is full of deep meaning that stirs the heart. They will find that throughout the book, Archbishop Sheen has an easy and personable manner in expressing the clear teaching of the truths of Christ and His Church. This journey of discovery is sure to please, as Archbishop Fulton J. Sheen shares his insights, on how in each soul, 'Calvary can become the Nursery'.
Archbishop Sheen's dynamic personality combined with his brilliant mind, tireless pen, and eloquent voice has made him one of the best-known figures in the world. His radio and television appearances have been phenomenally successful and are still viewed today. His books and magazine articles continue to gratify and attract a boundless circle of readers. This collection of meditations gives still another example of why this continues to be so today.