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Summary: Hooked
Review: I thoroughly enjoyed this book. I could not put it down. The whole time I read it, I was overcome with thoughts of Padre Pio throughout my day. The book was beautifully written. It made me cry and it made me laugh. I have nothing but pure admiration and adoration for this man. What a life he lead. If you have any interest in learning about Padre Pio, please read this book. You will not be sorry you did. And somehow it humbles you and brings you a feeling of peace. A++
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Summary: An Inspiration to Us All
Review: In the world of Catholicism, no man singularly stands out more in my mind than Padre Pio of Pietrelcina. A beloved confessor, priest, and healer of souls, this book portrays his life and mission through the accounts of those who knew him best including childhood friends, fellow brethren, and spiritual children. Mr. Allegri has truly done us readers a great favor by portraying Padre not just as a saint but also as a living, breathing and loving human being. An excellent book highly recommended!
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Summary: Absolutely Amazing!
Review: Padre Pio is a modern day saint. With the exception of Mother Teresa, no other person in the religious life has commanded so much respect in recent times. Rather than focusing on the controversies, Renzo Allegri focus on the man in Padre Pio: Man of Hope. It is truly an inspiring read.
Padre Pio is the most recent man to bear the stigmata or wounds of Jesus Christ. The mystery of the stigmata alone makes Padre Pio's life compelling. Padre Pio lived the life of a monk in Italy. Even in his youth, Padre Pio experienced visions which made his relationship with God different. With the stigmata came the pain the that he suffered in his unique relationship with the Lord. The pain of this burden was also a blessing. His relationship with God allowed him to perform miracles and healings that are documented in the book for skeptics. To witnesses and believers, this is testimony to the power of God.
This is truly an amazing story. I would hope believers and non-believers alike are inspired by this book in the same way I was. Knowing of this amazing man, I will think of him in my prayers and works. I will hope Padre Pio would guide me in my work.
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Summary: A FINE BIOGRAPHY OF A FUTURE SAINT.
Review: Renzo Allegri paints a vivid portrait of a man who lived his entire life in service to God. Padre Pio is that unique individual, a man of pastoral ministry and prayer who, despite skepticism and cynicism from those around him, served his God and his church with selfless dedication.The biography is written in a simple, yet effective style and conveys the essence of the man's life. Padre Pio's fame and reputation has continued to spread since his beatification and stories of his piety and decency grow as he approached ultimate canonization. The only criticism of the book is that it often glosses over details of Padre Pio's life, particularly with respect to the controversy with the established church and the effects of the controversy upon his ministry to the faithful. This, however is a minor complaint. Overall, the book is an excellent introduction to anyone desiring greater knowledge about this saintly man.
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Summary: A FINE BIOGRAPHY OF A FUTURE SAINT.
Review: Renzo Allegri paints a vivid portrait of a man who lived his entire life in service to God. Padre Pio is that unique individual, a man of pastoral ministry and prayer who, despite skepticism and cynicism from those around him, served his God and his church with selfless dedication. The biography is written in a simple, yet effective style and conveys the essence of the man's life. Padre Pio's fame and reputation has continued to spread since his beatification and stories of his piety and decency grow as he approached ultimate canonization. The only criticism of the book is that it often glosses over details of Padre Pio's life, particularly with respect to the controversy with the established church and the effects of the controversy upon his ministry to the faithful. This, however is a minor complaint. Overall, the book is an excellent introduction to anyone desiring greater knowledge about this saintly man.
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Summary: The discovery of a Saint
Review: This book will fill your heart with astonishment, respect and true love towards a 20th century Saint. If more people were to read this book, a significant change in faith would occur. Man of Hope may become a personal discovery of God or for those that have already discovered God, the discovery of a true Saint
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Summary: Excellent depiction of the great man & his faith
Review: This is the first book that I have ever read on Padre Pio. I have found the book to be a great read; once past the 3rd chapter, I literally could not put the book down. Renzo Allegri has used his journalism skills to collect materials and conduct key interviews to present a full account of Padre Pio. I initially expected this book to be fully devoted on Padre Pio's miracles (as Padre is well known for his miracle working), but I am glad to find that the book balances these with other 'non-miracle' aspects of his life; for instance, the close relationship he had with his mother, his time at the army during WW I, the persecutions he experienced under the Catholic 'jurisdiction' at the time etc. The only thing I wish this book would have are pictures of Padre Pio. But otherwise, this is an excellent account of Padre Pio, the man... the man of hope.
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