In this original and insightful book, renowned Catholic journalist Arthur Jones brings compelling new insights to Mary's role in Jesus' growth and formation. Mary, A Mother Waiting particularly focuses on the fact that Jesus could turn to Mary as the only human he knew who had been called and ôtouchedö by God as he himself had been called and touched. This fictional account explores ways in which Jesus' growth while he matured and prepared for his ministry was in great measure shaped by his mother's understanding of his call-a call that she knew must ultimately end in his death. We see mother and son learning to deal with each other as adults, the dream of all parents for their relationship with their children. Mary, A Mother Waiting leads us to the fact that it was Mary who, at Cana, ushered Jesus into the public sphere and started him on his mission.