The Host of Gethsemane is a deeply researched and spiritually rich exploration of the profound significance of the Garden of Gethsemane. More than a work of study, it is a labor of love—a defense of Jesus of Gethsemane in every sense of the word.
Despite the centrality of Christ’s Agony in the Garden to the Paschal Mystery, remarkably few books have been dedicated entirely to this sacred moment. The Host of Gethsemane remedies that neglect, restoring Gethsemane to its rightful place as a sanctuary of suffering, obedience, and Eucharistic meaning. Drawing together Scripture, theology, liturgy, and devotional tradition, the book invites readers to enter more deeply into Our Lord’s Agony and to contemplate its enduring significance for the life of the Church.
This is a journey readers will be grateful to undertake. By engaging with the mystery of Gethsemane, the reader participates in a renewed understanding of this holy place—not merely as a setting in salvation history, but as a living sanctuary where Christ’s self-offering continues to speak to the faithful.
Testimonials
“Dr. Annabelle Moseley offers a profound reflection on Christ’s agony, illuminating the Eucharistic mystery with scholarly depth and spiritual insight. A truly transformative read.”
— Richard G. Henning
“Moseley’s book is a unique and fascinating venture into the Garden of Gethsemane. There are depths in that garden—far deeper than one expects—and breathtaking.”
— Keith Berube
“The Host of Gethsemane underscores the deep continuity between Jesus’ Last Supper, His Agony in the Garden, and His death on Golgotha. I highly recommend this book to everyone interested in deepening their understanding of Jesus’ Paschal Mystery.”
— Dennis J. Billy, C.Ss.R.
About the Author
Annabelle Moseley is a Catholic scholar and writer whose work focuses on Scripture, theology, and the spiritual life. Her research is marked by careful attention to the unity of the Paschal Mystery and the liturgical and sacramental life of the Church, with particular emphasis on the often-overlooked depths of Christ’s Agony in the Garden.
