“The Upper Room, The Way: 33AD to 57AD” is a historical novel by L. J. Williams, who is an Environmental and Shroud Scientist writing under a Pseudonym. Both the author and publisher have all proceeds going to charitable causes. This 2024 Second Edition of the original 2010 historical novel explores the events surrounding Jesus’ crucifixion and resurrection with new details. Focusing on the aftermath that has the Shroud of Turin as one of the catalysts for the early spread of Christianity, reviews highlight the book’s in-depth research, weaving together biblical accounts and apocryphal works to present a compelling narrative. Readers appreciate the author’s attempt to fill in the gaps in the historical record and offer a plausible account of the early church.
 
Key aspects of the book highlighted in reviews:
The book is a historical novel, not a purely factual account, and aims to portray the events of the early church in a compelling and engaging way.
 
Shroud of Turin:
The novel incorporates the Shroud of Turin into its narrative, exploring its potential connection to the events surrounding Jesus’ resurrection.
 
Early Church History:
The book delves into the lives of Jesus’ followers after the crucifixion, examining their fears, doubts, and the blossoming of their faith.
 
Biblical and Apocryphal Accounts:
The author draws on both canonical biblical texts and apocryphal works to create a richer and more nuanced portrayal of the period. All done with real events and real people of the times, minus exaggerated enhancement just for pure entertainment.
 
Engaging Narrative:
Many readers found the story to be gripping and thought-provoking, praising the author’s ability to bring the characters and events to life.
 
Possible Interpretations:
The novel presents a possible scenario of the events, inviting readers to consider different perspectives and interpretations of the historical record, but the truth does not change.
 
Positive feedback from reviewers often mentions:
 
Depth of Research:
The meticulous research and attention to detail are frequently praised.
 
Compelling Storytelling:
The novel’s ability to create a captivating narrative around familiar biblical events is highlighted.
 
New Perspectives:
Readers appreciate the book’s ability to offer fresh insights into the early church and the individuals involved.
 
Eye-opening Experience:
Some reviewers described the book as a revelation, particularly for those interested in the Shroud of Turin who say the Shroud holds a photograph of Jesus Himself at the nano-second before resurrection. A miracle done 2,000 years ago for us to have today for a revival with both faith and science.
 
However, some reviewers also note:
 
Possible Contradictions:
As with any historical novel based on diverse sources, there may be some discrepancies or interpretations that differ from traditional understandings of the events, but the overall truth does not change.
 
Speculative Nature:
Some readers may find the book’s presentation of possibilities, based on the higher probabilities, to be somewhat speculative. Nevertheless, the book’s presentation is well support as demonstrated in the examples presented in the must-read Epilogue.
 
Current customer reviews and global ratings: 5 out of 5 stars
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- LJ
Author of UPPER ROOM, THE WAY: 33AD to 57AD
Author and Publisher's profits go to help charities from sales of this Historical Novel.

A second article by Bill Lauto, an editor with BBV Publishing, as well as an Environmental, Energy, and Shroud scientist, had another article published by Catholic Answers. The full article is below, but if you wish to visit  and listen to AI read you the article, please use this LINK: 
https://www.catholic.com/magazine/online-edition/artificial-intelligence-tries-the-face-of-jesus​

- LJ
Author of UPPER ROOM, THE WAY: 33AD to 57AD
Author and Publisher's profits go to help charities from sales of this Historical Novel.

O cientista Bill Lauto é um cientista ambiental e consultor de energia que acompanha e estuda o Sudário de Turim desde que tinha 14 anos.

Tudo começou quando ele encontrou uma foto do artefato na internet e “não podia acreditar que estava vendo uma fotografia do próprio Jesus”.

Hoje, com diploma em Ciência e Fé no Meio Ambiente e Energia e Mestrado em Estudos do Sudário, Bill é um dos membros especialistas na exibição sobre o Santo Sudário no 10° Congresso Eucarístico Nacional, que acontece esta semana em Indianapolis, nos Estados Unidos.
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Ao lado de uma réplica idêntica do Sudário, ele esteve na exibição “falando e educando as pessoas sobre todos os fatos e mais de 100 anos de estudos científicos que foram feitos sobre o Sudário”.

E acrescenta que até hoje não se pode explicar como a imagem se formou e que “todos que a vêem são impactados de uma forma ou de outra”.
Bill cresceu no Brooklyn, NY, frequentando uma escola católica, até que sua família se mudou para Long Island e ele foi para uma escola pública, e foi aí onde começou a questionar a fé.

“Eu tinha 14 anos e estava entrando no campo da ciência e questionando a possibilidade de que Deus não existisse. Procurei Jesus Cristo na Enciclopédia Britânica, vi aquela fotografia e a partir daí tudo começou para mim”.Ele atesta que estudar sobre o Sudário o fez ter fé como nunca, pois é também baseada na razão. “Agora, quando as pessoas vêm até mim e dizem ‘Bill, você é um cientista, você não acredita nessa coisa de Deus…’ eu digo: ‘Você está certo, eu não acredito, eu sei”.
“E então tiro da minha carteira a foto que mostra os dados tridimensionais de Jesus no Sudário de Turim e mostro para eles e enquanto eles ficam boquiabertos, eu digo que se você pudesse explicar essa imagem, então talvez possa falar com você sobre a possibilidade de Deus não existir”.
E ressalta: 
“Mas todos os estudos científicos realizados há mais de 100 anos mostram que o Sudário tem 2 mil anos e a informação sobre ele é esmagadora. A evidência é esmagadora e você chega à conclusão de que sim, este foi o manto que envolveu Jesus Cristo, o filho de Deus”.

It all started when he found a photo of the artifact on the internet and “could not imagine how we were looking at a photograph of Jesus himself.”

Bill Lauto is an environmental scientist and energy consultant who has been following and studying the Shroud of Turin since he was 14.
It all started when he found a photo of the artifact on the internet and “could not imagine how we were looking at a photograph of Jesus himself.”

Nowadays, with a degree in science and faith in environment and energy and a Master’s in Shroud studies, Bill is one of the expert members of the Shroud of Turin Exhibit at the 10th National Eucharist Congress occurring in Indianapolis.

Alongside an identical replica of the Shroud on display, he is “talking and educating people on all the facts and over 100 years of scientific study that’s been done on the Shroud.”
He adds that “the image itself still cannot be explained on how it was formed and everybody that looks at it is affected one way or another.”

Bill grew up in Brooklyn, N.Y., attending a Catholic school, until his family moved to Long Island and he went to public school, where he began to question his faith.

“So I was a 14-year-old going into the field of science and questioning the possibility that there was no such thing as a God. I looked up Jesus Christ in the Encyclopedia Britannica, saw that photograph, and from there, it all started for me”.

He attests that studying the Shroud gave him faith like never before, as it is also based on reason.
“Now when people come up to me and say ‘Bill you’re a scientist, you don’t believe in all that God stuff….’ I say, ‘You’re right, I don’t believe, I know."

“And then I take the picture out of my wallet, which shows the three-dimensional data of Jesus from the Shroud of Turin, and show it to them and as their mouths drop open, I say, ‘If you could explain away this image, then maybe I’ll talk to you about the possibility of there being no such thing as God.'”

He then ensures:
“But all the scientific studies for over 100 years show the Shroud is 2,000 years old and the information on it is overwhelming. The evidence is overwhelming and you come to the conclusion that yes, this was and is the burial court of Jesus Christ, the Son of God.

Bill Lauto, an editor with BBV Publishing, as well as an Environmental, Energy, and Shroud scientist, recently had an article published by Catholic Answers. The full article is below, but if you wish to visit  and listen to AI read you the article, please use this LINK: 
https://www.catholic.com/magazine/online-edition/shroud-of-turin-full-disclosure

In the article by D. Hunter Reardon of The Catholic Virginian, dated August 15, 2024, Bill Lauto spoke about the spear wound, fingerprints found in the blood on the feet, and other remarkable aspects seen on the Shroud of Turin. Below is an excerpt from the article.

Bill Lauto, an environmental scientist... gave a talk at the exhibit. He discussed other remarkable aspects of the shroud, including the bodily fluid found around the spear wound, and the fingerprints found on the feet. Using the image on the shroud, Lauto painted a picture of the crucifixion.

“With the weight [of the crossbeam] on his back, falling straight to the ground three times, he probably developed a tear in his aorta,” said Lauto. “The wounds on the shoulder all match carrying that beam.”
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“From the wound in his side, we can say it was made with a Roman short spear, not the long one,” said Lauto. “Using a short spear tells us the cross was no more than 6 feet tall, which means he was naked, on the cross, in front of everybody.”

​The complete article can be read with the Link below:
https://catholicvirginian.org/news/deeper-into-the-mystery-shroud-of-turin-exhibit-educates-enthralls/

​- LJ
Author of UPPER ROOM, THE WAY: 33AD to 57AD
Author and Publisher's profits go to help charities from sales of this Historical Novel.