One Protestant wants to know why Protestants don't appreciate the saints more--and why Protestants don't produce their own. Link to book review of The Lure of Saints: A Protestant Experience of Catholic Tradition. Excerpt:
Jon Sweeney knows that the tradition of the saints is one that can deepen any Christian's relationship with God. In order to help his fellow Protestants gain that same knowledge, he has written a fascinating work that explains the role of saints in everyday life and faith - The Lure of Saints: A Protestant Experience of Catholic Tradition. Surprisingly he also has written a book that provides insights for Catholics as well.
Sweeney has an impressive and thorough knowledge of who the saints are, why the traditions began, how saints are made, and various devotions. He includes concrete aids for those interested in devotion such as a list of various saints, prayers, feast days, and ten steps to living like a saint.
Thanks, Anchoress.
