“If they kill me, you can say that I forgive and
bless those who do it. Hopefully they will be convinced it is a waste of time.
A bishop will die, but the Church of God, which is the people, will never
perish.” - March 1980
Blessed Oscar Romero, the Archbishop of San Salvador martyred in 1980, is scheduled to be canonized on October 14.
In celebration, I offer a brief list of
biographies, compilations of his writings, and reflections to inspire us all.
Thanks go to my colleague Joe Hastings for the recommendations.
Biographies
Oscar
Romero and the Communion of the Saints by Scott Wright
An accessible biography for readers of all ages,
illustrated with quotes and photographs
Romero:
A Life by James R. Brockman
A biography published nine years after his death
Writings
Archbishop
Oscar Romero: Voice of the Voiceless
A collection of his four pastoral letters
Oscar
Romero: The Violence of Love
A selection of his sermons
Reflections
Oscar
Romero: Memories in Mosaic by Maria Lopez Vigil
A compilation of interviews with peasants, friends,
theologians and pastoral associates
Oscar
Romero: Reflections on his Life and Writings by Marie
Dennis, Renny Golden, and Scott Wright
A reflection by three faith activists on the 20th
anniversary of his death
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