NEWS PROVIDED BY
Edward Looney Books and Media
Feb. 24, 2025

GREEN BAY, Wisc., Feb. 24, 2025, /Standard Newswire/ -- On May 23, 2024, TAN Books launched The Life of Jesus Christ in a Year, a podcast series featuring the mystical visions of Blessed Anne Catherine Emmerich, narrated and commented on by Fr. Edward Looney—pastor, author, and podcaster. This ambitious project marked Fr. Looney’s second endeavor of narrating a 2,500+ page mystical work, following his successful reading of The Mystical City of God by Venerable Maria of Agreda. His desire to read and reflect on The Life of Jesus Christ and Biblical Revelations stems from his deep appreciation for the mystical tradition surrounding the lives of Jesus and Mary. By immersing himself in both works, he seeks to explore their shared insights and unique perspectives.

Now, as The Life of Jesus Christ in a Year enters its most profound phase, TAN Books is set to release the 246th episode on Ash Wednesday, marking the beginning of Volume 4: The Dolorous Passion of Our Lord Jesus Christ. This powerful text profoundly influenced Mel Gibson’s The Passion of the Christ and offers an unparalleled spiritual journey through the suffering and death of Jesus. The series has been carefully structured so that listeners can experience the entire Passion narrative over the 40 days of Lent, culminating in a special Easter Sunday episode featuring Emmerich’s vivid account of the Resurrection.

Fr. Looney describes Volume 4 as one of the most transformative spiritual works he has ever read.

“If you want to fall in love with Jesus and deepen your gratitude for what He endured for our salvation, listen to Volume 4 of The Life of Jesus Christ during Lent. Anne Catherine Emmerich’s visions bring the Passion to life in a way that moves the heart and soul.”

Throughout Volume 4, listeners will walk with Jesus from the Last Supper to Gethsemane, witness His betrayal and arrest, endure the mockery of His trials and condemnation, and accompany Him on the Way of the Cross to Calvary. Each episode, approximately 20–30 minutes long, provides a daily meditation on Christ’s suffering, making it an ideal Lenten devotion.

Fr. Looney reassures new listeners that they can jump straight into Volume 4 without having listened to the previous volumes:

“This is the volume everyone should start with. Emmerich’s vivid and gripping descriptions will captivate you and draw you into a deeper meditation on Christ’s Passion.”

Listeners can subscribe to The Life of Jesus Christ in a Year on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or any podcast platform. To learn more, visit EmmerichPodcast.com.

SOURCE Edward Looney Books and Media

CONTACT: Fr. Edward Looney, 920-309-1426, fredwardlooney@gmail.com