In these fascinating pages, author Luanne Zurlo shows that, contrary to popular opinion, single life is often a holy, joyful vocation lived out, sometimes in a hidden way, by souls who have had an authentic encounter with Christ. Here she sheds light on this little-understood vocation discerned and embraced by a growing number of single persons who neither marry nor enter religious life. These souls are joyfully single for a greater purpose, nourishing both the world and the Church with the unique spiritual strengths and graces that God gives to souls who deliberately remain single for Him — in the world but not of it. Read these pages to learn: Why dedicated single life is uniquely suited to our times How it builds on our baptismal vocations The special role that dedicated singles have in the Church How the dedicated-single vocation complements marriage and religious life How celibacy for the sake of the Kingdom yields a fruitful spousal relationship with Christ How dedicated singles can follow the evangelical counsels of obedience and poverty without the structured life of a religious community The vows that singles can take to dedicate themselves to such service of God within the world In the face of mounting difficulties within our world and our Church, God is now calling for an army of dedicated singles — laymen for the Kingdom of God — nourished from within and empowered by an authentic, personal encounter with Him alone.
In these fascinating pages, author Luanne Zurlo shows that, contrary to popular opinion, single life is often a holy, joyful vocation lived out, sometimes in a hidden way, by souls who have had an authentic encounter with Christ. Here she sheds light on this little-understood vocation discerned and embraced by a growing number of single persons who neither marry nor enter religious life. These souls are joyfully single for a greater purpose, nourishing both the world and the Church with the unique spiritual strengths and graces that God gives to souls who deliberately remain single for Him — in the world but not of it. Read these pages to learn: Why dedicated single life is uniquely suited to our times How it builds on our baptismal vocations The special role that dedicated singles have in the Church How the dedicated-single vocation complements marriage and religious life How celibacy for the sake of the Kingdom yields a fruitful spousal relationship with Christ How dedicated singles can follow the evangelical counsels of obedience and poverty without the structured life of a religious community The vows that singles can take to dedicate themselves to such service of God within the world In the face of mounting difficulties within our world and our Church, God is now calling for an army of dedicated singles — laymen for the Kingdom of God — nourished from within and empowered by an authentic, personal encounter with Him alone.
Have you ever wished you could go live somewhere else, even for a few months, to get a feel for how other people live? Have you ever wanted to immerse yourself in learning something new? Luanne Zurlo did just that and shares her experiences in Piazzas, Popes, and Pasta: Notes from a Rome Sojourn. Acting on inspiration from the Holy Spirit, Zurlo spent 4 months living in Rome and studying theology at the Angelicum Pontifical University. Her heartfelt and vivid descriptions put you in Rome with her as she admires the art, music and sights such as St. Peter's Basilica. Through her, you'll come to know the city that is the heart of the Catholic Church, while gathering valuable insights into our faith. Part memoir, part travelogue, and part religious reflection, this book will encourage you to open your heart to God's will, even when it seems risky, for the rewards of saying "yes" are unfathomable.
In early 2013, Luanne Zurlo decided to take an extended break from years of intense, travel-heavy work that had left her exhausted. Three months later during a brief vacation in Rome, Zurlo felt a pull like never before. It became obvious to her that she needed to spend more time in Romespecifically to study theology at the Angelicum, a Pontifical University. Some six months later, a unique journey began as Zurlo returned to Italy to fulfill her dream. In her travel journal compiled in the form of dispatches, Zurlo shares a thoughtful, often amusing view of her four-month sabbatical overseas as she immersed herself in the culture of Rome, learned how to climb the seventy-three steps to her apartment without gasping for air, explored Italy, including a search for a family saint, and soaked up an array of experiences. Fifteen Feet from the Pope shares fascinating commentary and photographs from a former Wall Street analysts unforgettable experiences during her Roman sabbatical.
Have you ever wished you could go live somewhere else, even for a few months, to get a feel for how other people live? Have you ever wanted to immerse yourself in learning something new? Luanne Zurlo did just that and shares her experiences in Piazzas, Popes, and Pasta: Notes from a Rome Sojourn. Acting on inspiration from the Holy Spirit, Zurlo spent 4 months living in Rome and studying theology at the Angelicum Pontifical University. Her heartfelt and vivid descriptions put you in Rome with her as she admires the art, music and sights such as St. Peter's Basilica. Through her, you'll come to know the city that is the heart of the Catholic Church, while gathering valuable insights into our faith. Part memoir, part travelogue, and part religious reflection, this book will encourage you to open your heart to God's will, even when it seems risky, for the rewards of saying "yes" are unfathomable.
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