{"product_id":"opening-the-holy-door-hope-filled-scripture-reflections-from-st-peters-basilica-paperback","title":"Opening the Holy Door: Hope-Filled Scripture Reflections from St. Peter's Basilica - Paperback","description":"\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cp style=\"text-align: right;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/reportcopyrightinfringement.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eReport copyright infringement\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cp\u003eby \u003cb\u003eJoan Watson\u003c\/b\u003e (Author), \u003cb\u003eDeacon Greg Kandra\u003c\/b\u003e (Foreword by)\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eThe Door Has Closed. The Invitation Endures.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Jubilee Year of Hope may have drawn to a close, and the Holy Doors of Rome may now be shut--but the grace they signify is not bound by a calendar. What the Church celebrated in 2025 was not a moment confined to history, but a living invitation: to conversion, renewal, and hope rooted in Christ.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eDuring that extraordinary year, pilgrims from around the world crossed the threshold of St. Peter's Basilica, marking a time of profound spiritual renewal for the Church. The canonization of Blessed Carlo Acutis, the first millennial saint, and the historic election of Pope Leo XIV, the first American pope, coincided with a remarkable resurgence of faith--especially among young people rediscovering the beauty and depth of Catholicism. Though the Jubilee has ended, its fruits continue to unfold in the lives of believers everywhere.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eOpening the Holy Door\u003c\/i\u003e invites you to step into that ongoing story.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eWhether you were able to make a pilgrimage to Rome or experienced the Jubilee from afar--or whether you're encountering its meaning for the first time--this book offers a deeper encounter with the heart of the Catholic faith. Scripture teacher and veteran Rome tour guide Joan Watson leads you panel by panel through the sixteen bronze images of the Holy Door, revealing each as a chapter in the great story of salvation. Through prayerful insight and biblical reflection, she shows how your own life is woven into God's continuing work of redemption.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAlong the way, you will: \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eEncounter angelic messengers\u003c\/b\u003e--from the loss of hope in Eden to its fulfillment at the Annunciation.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eReturn to pivotal moments in Christ's life\u003c\/b\u003e, from his Incarnation and Baptism to his Passion and Death.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eStep into scenes of healing, repentance, and faith\u003c\/b\u003e during Jesus's earthly ministry.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eRecognize yourself in the weaknesses and transformations of Christ's followers\u003c\/b\u003e, from Peter and Thomas to Saul's dramatic conversion.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eMeditate on the gifts of the Holy Spirit\u003c\/b\u003e--the true Giver of Hope--who continues to draw us into a living relationship with God.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eEven with the Jubilee year behind us, the meaning of the Holy Door remains before us. \u003ci\u003eOpening the Holy Door\u003c\/i\u003e helps you reflect on the enduring significance of that sacred threshold and connects your faith to the people, stories, and promises that have shaped Christians for centuries.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eThis is more than a guide to a moment now past--it is an invitation to ongoing renewal. The door may no longer be physically open, but the call to step more deeply into the life of the Church still stands.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eAuthor Biography\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eJoan Watson\u003c\/b\u003e--a Catholic speaker, writer, and podcaster--is the associate editor of Integrated Catholic Life and the pilgrim formation manager for Verso Ministries. Watson earned a bachelor's degree in history from Christendom College and a master's degree in theology and Christian ministry from Franciscan University of Steubenville. She has worked for the Church and various religious apostolates for more than fifteen years. She is the founder of Living 1 John 1, an online community dedicated to helping Catholics pray and love scripture. Watson lives in South Bend, Indiana. joanwatson.faithFacebook @joaninordinarytimeInstagram: @joan.m.watsonYouTube: @joanwatsonTwitter: @joannie watson \u003cbr\u003e \u003cb\u003eGreg Kandra\u003c\/b\u003e was ordained as a deacon for the Diocese of Brooklyn in 2007 and most recently served as a senior writer at the Catholic Near East Welfare Association. He is the author of \u003ci\u003eA Deacon Prays, Befriending St. Joseph, \u003c\/i\u003e and writes \u003ci\u003eThe Deacon's Bench\u003c\/i\u003e blog.\u003c\/p\u003e\n            \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNumber of Pages:\u003c\/strong\u003e 128\u003c\/div\u003e\n            \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e 0.29 x 8.52 x 5.53 IN\u003c\/div\u003e\n            \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIllustrated:\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes\u003c\/div\u003e\n            \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePublication Date:\u003c\/strong\u003e December 06, 2024\u003c\/div\u003e\n            ","brand":"Books by splitShops","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52617052324122,"sku":"9781646803873","price":15.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1005\/5604\/6618\/files\/fP7A_Khw8D9781646803873.webp?v=1785469515","url":"https:\/\/j-s-five-and-dime.myshopify.com\/products\/opening-the-holy-door-hope-filled-scripture-reflections-from-st-peters-basilica-paperback","provider":"J \u0026 S Five and Dime","version":"1.0","type":"link"}