Fire of the North: The Life Of St Cuthbert

by David Adam

Overview

St Cuthbert, monk and bishop of Lindisfarne, was a man of extraordinary charm and ability. A preacher, teacher and pastor, he was also reputed to have gifts of prophecy and healing. David Adam, one of the most prolific and best-loved writers in the Celtic tradition, vividly relates the story of this central figure in Celtic Christianity. Drawing out the qualities which make Cuthbert so important in our own time, Fire of the North celebrates the saint's ready sense of God's presence and eager response to nature. The narrative is complemented throughout by prayers specially composed to help us experience the direct force of Celtic spirituality for ourselves.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9780281060443
Publisher:	SPCK (Society for Promoting Christian Knowledge)
Publication date:	05/02/2008
Pages:	352
Product dimensions:	5.08(w) x 7.80(h) x (d)

About the Author

The Revd Canon David Adam was for thirteen years Vicar of the Holy Island of Lindisfarne. He continues to write, lecture, speak and act as a spiritual director.

Editorial Reviews

Drawing out the qualities which make Cuthbert so important in our own time, Fire of the North celebrates the saint’s ready sense of God’s presence and eager response to nature. The narrative is complemented throughout by prayers specially composed to help us experience the direct force of Celtic spirituality for ourselves.

Christian Marketplace

This little book will make you appreciate a great saint.

Barry Vendy

Cuthbert, who for some years was both monk and bishop of Lindisfarne is obviously a great source of inspiration for writer David Adam, who himself was vicar of that same Holy Island for some 13 years.

Having researched his subject well, the author presents us with a fascinating and evocative story, which draws us into the life and times of this important Christian figure.

John Birch

Drawing out the qualities which make Cuthbert so important in our own time, Fire of the North celebrates the saint's ready sense of God's presence and eager response to nature. The narrative is complemented throughout by prayers specially composed to help us experience the direct force of Celtic spirituality for ourselves.', Christian Marketplace, Christian Marketplace 'This little book will make you appreciate a great saint.', Barry Vendy, The Good Book Stall 'Cuthbert, who for some years was both monk and bishop of Lindisfarne is obviously a great source of inspiration for writer David Adam, who himself was vicar of that same Holy Island for some 13 years. Having researched his subject well, the author presents us with a fascinating and evocative story, which draws us into the life and times of this important Christian figure.', John Birch, Faith and Worship - Christian Prayers and Resources

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