“Man on Fire”: In Conversation With Norbert of Xanten Biographer Thomas Kunkel
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Those familiar with Norbert of
Those familiar with Norbert of Xanten know him as a legendary peacemaker, a defender of the Eucharist and a strong-willed church reformer. But other characteristics of the 12th-century saint have been difficult to decipher. A new book by Thomas Kunkel, “Man on Fire: The Life & Spirit of Norbert of Xanten,” brings to life Norbert the man and shows that he, as most saints did, led a life that was emotional, conflicting and, frankly, a bit messy. In short, Norbert led a life that was altogether human.
For more: www.snc.edu/cns/norbertofxanten/manonfire/
Kunkel, an eminent journalist and president emeritus of St. Norbert College, joins Judy (Sprangers) Turba, retired director of external relations at St. Norbert Abbey, and two young Norbertine candidates for the priesthood to talk about the writing of “Man on Fire.”
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