Mystery

  • We cannot avoid theology as disciples

    Rather than mining history for precedent, a case is made for asking what serves the kingdom of God going forward.

    We cannot avoid theology as disciples
  • The liturgical discipline of mystery

    Water, oil, fire, bread and wine do not merely represent something else — within the liturgical action they do something. They engage the body, awaken memory and invite response. Over-explanation risks leaving the assembly understanding more while perceiving far less.

    The liturgical discipline of mystery

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