After 62 years, a book of spiritual uplift without too much religion
22 November 2014
CHRISTIAN BROTHERS VUNAKANAU
Moments of truth: A missionary in PNG for 62 years by Br Barry Louisson, Moore Printing Kokopo 2014, 250 pp, K20. Email [email protected]
HERE’S a new book recommended for both personal reflection and a place in community libraries. The theme is after the Blessed Edmund Rice, “providence is our inheritance”.
It is an autobiographical work by Br Barry Louisson (pictured), written as an investment in the people of Papua New Guinea with whom he has lived and worked since 1952.
The book's style and content are particularly suited to Papua New Guineans, a 'story' people, but it would have appeal for other readers who have some familiarity with the writer, the people or the subject.
It is not intended to be a complete autobiography but rather a presentation of an appropriate theme for the Catholic Church and world of today.
Probably the best recommendation comes from those who have pre-ordered copies, including staff of the publishers.
“Persons educated in the Brothers' schools will love reading this, especially your own ex-students,” said one person who assisted with editorial work prior to publication.
“It is of both personal and historical interest: spiritually uplifting without being too religious; Catholic, yet suitable for people of any Christian denomination; an invitation to Christian living
“I photocopied it for friends and fellow-missionaries and many Sisters want personal copies.”
In the this book, the author and the publishers paid special attention to making it accessible to the ordinary people.
It is a non-profit venture of the Vunakanau Brothers' community.
Is there a way to purchase the book? Thank you, Brother Barry!
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The email address is included in the article - [email protected] - KJ
Posted by: Ron Spann | 23 November 2014 at 01:43 AM
“I photocopied it for friends and fellow-missionaries and many Sisters want personal copies.”
"In the this book, the author and the publishers paid special attention to making it accessible to the ordinary people.
"It is a non-profit venture of the Vunakanau Brothers' community."
Is there a free version online?
Posted by: Gordon McNeil | 22 November 2014 at 07:52 PM