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Paperback. Condizione: Fair. The item might be beaten up but readable. May contain markings or highlighting, as well as stains, bent corners, or any other major defect, but the text is not obscured in any way.

Paperback. Condizione: Good. Richard Rohr was selected as one of a small group of world renowned experts on contemplative practice and compassion to speak at the Sacred Silence: Pathway to Compassion event in Louisville, Ky., in mid-May 2013, that featured His Holiness the Dalai Lama. The Franciscan friar served as the principle Christian presence--others represented Buddhism, Hinduism, Islam, and Judaism--to speak on the search for God in contemplation, which leads to action that benefits humanity. His role as the founding director of the Center for Action and Contemplation made him a fitting and powerful speaker on the subject. In Silent Compassion: Finding God in Contemplation, Rohr focuses on finding God in the depths of silence, and shares that the divine silence is more than the absence of noise. That silence has a life of its own, in which we are invited into its living presence, wholeness of being, and peace it brings. This silence can absorb paradoxes, contradictions, and the challenges of life, he says, connecting us with the great chain of being. Rohr adds that while different faiths use different languages and different words, all major religions have come at the mystery of God as a dynamic flow--God as communion, God as relationships. Silence then becomes that common place for all. This book will inspire you and show that the peace of contemplation is not something just for monks, mystics, and those divorced from the worries of the world, but rather for all people who can quiet their own mind to listen in the silence.The audio edition of this book can be downloaded via Audible.…

Paperback. Condizione: Good. For many families, the four weeks leading up to Christmas can be a time of great stress, unrealized dreams, a commercial blur, and a financial burden. Susan Hines-Brigger, the mother of four children, knows well that the days counting down to Christmas can easily become for parents and grandparents a nightmare of whiny behavior, crowded to-do lists, and a less-than-spiritual experience. That's why this mother who has seen and heard it all in her own home during Advent created this resource with prayers and activities: She wants to put Christ back into the family holiday celebration and help families--even hers--become holier. Using A Catholic Family Advent on a daily basis will give Catholic families time together to pray, reflect on Scripture, and do a simple activity together. This daily source of inspiration can be used in the family setting as prayer before or after meals, as morning and evening prayer, or as family time in front of the Advent wreath or Christmas creche.…

Paperback. Condizione: Good. God really is real I never experienced him before now. I felt like there had to be something more--I think I've found it God doesn't just love everyone--he loves me It's exciting when someone has a living encounter with the God of the universe. A lightbulb goes on, and everything feels new. But with that sense of exhilaration comes the realization: in order to take one's faith seriously, things must change. What do I do now? How can I keep this alive? The authors of Encounter Jesus believe that what's really being asked is: Now that I've discovered Jesus, how do I become his disciple? What do I have to do to continue to encounter him? An encounter with Jesus is a very significant experience, and Fr. Dave and Deacon Ralph show readers how to move from discovering their faith to following Jesus wherever he leads them along the path of discipleship.The audio edition of this book can be downloaded via Audible.…

Paperback. Condizione: Good. Rohr's meditations on the daily readings of Lent are not for the sake of mere information, or even for academia (although the author hopes it will satisfy both), but for the sake of our transformation into our original image and likeness, which is the very image of God. What always and finally matters for all of us is encounter Father Rohr begins each meditation with a single title or phrase that sums up the point. Then he offers the meditation followed by key passages from the readings. He ends each meditation with a Starter Prayer that invites you to self-disclosure and to enter the wondrous divine dialogue with clarity, insight--and holy desire There are two moments that matter. One is when you know that your one and only life is absolutely valuable and alive. The other is when you know your life, as presently lived, is entirely pointless and empty. You need both of them to keep you going in the right direction. Lent is about both. The first such moment gives you energy and joy by connecting you with your ultimate Source and Ground. The second gives you limits and boundaries, and a proper humility, so you keep seeking the Source and Ground and not just your small self.--From the IntroductionThe audio edition of this book can be downloaded via Audible. …

Paperback. Condizione: Good. We want others to know the joy we've discovered as Catholics and have an impact for good in the lives of others. But can busy, ordinary men and women of faith do something that really makes a difference? Author Randy Hain shares creative ways Catholics can live their faith and pass it on to others--often with extraordinary results. Hain challenges us to: Dream big and have faithEntrust everything to MaryCreate something beautiful for GodDiscover new ways to reach today's youthKeep our focus clearly on attaining HeavenJoyful Witness introduces us to individuals who have accomplished amazing things for God, things that have made them extraordinary Catholics. This book will inspire you to be extraordinary, too.…

Paperback. Condizione: Very Good. We want others to know the joy we've discovered as Catholics and have an impact for good in the lives of others. But can busy, ordinary men and women of faith do something that really makes a difference? Author Randy Hain shares creative ways Catholics can live their faith and pass it on to others--often with extraordinary results. Hain challenges us to: Dream big and have faithEntrust everything to MaryCreate something beautiful for GodDiscover new ways to reach today's youthKeep our focus clearly on attaining HeavenJoyful Witness introduces us to individuals who have accomplished amazing things for God, things that have made them extraordinary Catholics. This book will inspire you to be extraordinary, too.…

Paperback. Condizione: Good. A timeless collection of Advent meditations inviting a deeper, more mature understanding of Christmas, from one of today's most beloved spiritual teachers What if Advent is not merely a sentimental countdown to Christmas but a summons to deeper awakening? In Preparing for Christmas, Richard Rohr invites readers to explore beyond the nostalgia of the holiday and into the true cosmic meaning of the Incarnation. Organized around the daily Scripture readings for the Advent season, these reflections follow the Roman Catholic lectionary from the First Sunday of Advent through Christmas Day, guiding readers into a fuller encounter with the reign of God proclaimed by Jesus. Rohr challenges watered-down religion and invites readers into a faith marked by surrender, hope, non-dual awareness, and courageous trust. With characteristic clarity and pastoral urgency, he reframes familiar Advent themes--waiting, darkness, humility, the Incarnation, and the Lordship of Christ--as invitations to transformation here and now. Rather than offering private piety detached from the world's suffering, Preparing for Christmas calls readers into conscious participation in God's larger story. Advent becomes not a passive season of anticipation but an ongoing way of life: awake, alert, and ready for the coming of Christ in every moment.…

Paperback. Condizione: Very Good. A timeless collection of Advent meditations inviting a deeper, more mature understanding of Christmas, from one of today's most beloved spiritual teachers What if Advent is not merely a sentimental countdown to Christmas but a summons to deeper awakening? In Preparing for Christmas, Richard Rohr invites readers to explore beyond the nostalgia of the holiday and into the true cosmic meaning of the Incarnation. Organized around the daily Scripture readings for the Advent season, these reflections follow the Roman Catholic lectionary from the First Sunday of Advent through Christmas Day, guiding readers into a fuller encounter with the reign of God proclaimed by Jesus. Rohr challenges watered-down religion and invites readers into a faith marked by surrender, hope, non-dual awareness, and courageous trust. With characteristic clarity and pastoral urgency, he reframes familiar Advent themes--waiting, darkness, humility, the Incarnation, and the Lordship of Christ--as invitations to transformation here and now. Rather than offering private piety detached from the world's suffering, Preparing for Christmas calls readers into conscious participation in God's larger story. Advent becomes not a passive season of anticipation but an ongoing way of life: awake, alert, and ready for the coming of Christ in every moment.…

Paperback. Condizione: Good. Ronald Rolheiser, one of the most influential spiritual writers of our day, offers profound reflections on the central mystery of our Christian faith. His beautifully written meditations on the passion and the cross invites you to a new understanding of redemption and offers insight into the meaning of your own loss and suffering. Take a journey into the deeper meaning of pain with guidance from a trusted spiritual advisor. The audio edition of this book can be downloaded via Audible.…

paperback. Condizione: Fair.

Hardback. Condizione: Good. Some people want to know why I wished to be called Francis. For me, Francis of Assisi is the man of poverty, the man of peace, the man who loves and protects creation. -- Pope Francis, March 16, 2013. Published in cooperation with the Libreria Editrice Vaticana, the Vatican Publishing House, this original collection brings the life and legacy of Saint Francis of Assisi to life through the pope's uplifting and challenging words.By taking the name of one of the most venerated figures in Christendom, Pope Francis set a high bar for his papacy. Saint Francis renounced wealth and honor in order to proclaim the Gospel message to a lost generation. His exuberant love for God and radical example of Christian life awakened hope in countless followers and renewed the Church. Pope Francis's inspirational homilies, addresses, and writings on Franciscan ideals such as simplicity, humility, forgiveness, joy, compassion, peacemaking, and care for creation give you a simple way to renew your faith.…

Paperback. Condizione: Good. What is compassion and how does it emerge in the human heart? What moves one to compassion? Can we learn compassion as a way of life? Can we let go of our fears to love more deeply? Compassion guides us through the life of Francis, tracing his growth from a selfish, materialistic young man to the humble, holy saint beloved by millions. With this book as your guide, you can do simple things every day to discover a more compassionate, open, fearless, and loving life--just as St. Francis did. …

Paperback. Condizione: Very Good. What is compassion and how does it emerge in the human heart? What moves one to compassion? Can we learn compassion as a way of life? Can we let go of our fears to love more deeply? Compassion guides us through the life of Francis, tracing his growth from a selfish, materialistic young man to the humble, holy saint beloved by millions. With this book as your guide, you can do simple things every day to discover a more compassionate, open, fearless, and loving life--just as St. Francis did. …

Paperback. Condizione: Good. Over twenty years ago, Mother Teresa gave Donna-Marie Cooper O Boyle her first Miraculous Medal, and she has never taken it off. To date, Donna-Marie has given away thousands of Miraculous Medals. But what is the Miraculous Medal and why is it considered miraculous? Why is it important for us today? You ll learn the answers to these questions to these questions, and you ll also discover.…

Paperback. Condizione: Good. Table of Plenty invites readers into experiencing meals as a sacred time. Author Susan Muto grew up in an Italian family, with a stay-at-home mother whose love for cooking permeates this book. Her prose is highly descriptive and evocative; one feels as if one is right there in the kitchen with Muto and her mother as they go about preparing a meal. Rich marinara sauce, zesty eggplant, a simple loaf of bread and a spinach salad: each becomes an opportunity for reflection on experiencing the goodness of God through the food we eat and the company we share. Muto emphasizes the importance of taking time to slow down and savor the cooking process as well as our meals. To this end the recipes she provides are easy to do, using ingredients that are readily available and simple to prepare. Her stories ring true with warmth and accessibility and highlight the sense that sharing a meal recalls the Eucharist. Whether you are a novice cook or highly experienced, or just enjoy good food, this book will bring you to a new understanding of the gift we share when we take the time to eat well.The audio edition of this book can be downloaded via Audible.…

Hardback. Condizione: Good. Mother Teresa is known for her radiant smile and the joy of Christ that she brought to all she met, even in the most challenging circumstances. These daily stories and meditations in her own words point to the secret of living in that joy: simplicity, humble surrender to Jesus, thankfulness, and, above all, a heart filled with God' s love. These keys will unlock the gift of joy in every thirsting heart.…

Paperback. Condizione: Good. With insightful reflections, Fr. Greg Friedman draws on his love of the saints to offer daily inspiration during this season of repentance, forgiveness, and hope. Each day of Lent you can: meditate on a Scripture reading ponder reflections on this holy season connect and pray with the Church's most beloved saints and holy people--Thomas Merton, Augustine, Francis, Clare, Damien of Molokai, Teresa of Calcutta, and Gianna Molla, to name a few.…

Paperback. Condizione: Good. What's so Catholic about Christmas? The Church's celebration of Christmas isn't just for a day (or even twelve) but starts with the joyful waiting of Advent and lasts until the feast of the Baptism of the Lord. Fascinating stories of some favorite saints--such as Nicholas, Lucy, and Stephen--make their legends come alive, while the history and lore surrounding some of our most popular feasts--such as the Epiphany and the Immaculate Conception--will help you understand the importance of keeping the Mass in Christmas.…

Paperback. Condizione: Good. Melanie Rigney uses stories of the saints, our sisters in faith, to help readers grow in their spiritual lives. Some of these saints are familiar--Teresa of Avila, Catherine of Siena, Bernadette of Lourdes, Elizabeth Ann Seton--while others are not so well known--Maria Karlowska, Claudine Thevenet, Josephine Bakhita, Elizabeth of Portugal. They come from different places and different times, creating an intimate portrait of the universal Church. Yet the lives of each of these women illustrate the qualities of the Beatitudes--what the Catechism of the Catholic Church calls the heart of Jesus's preaching (1716)--in a down-to-earth and human way. Through the lives of these exemplary women saints and the qualities they espouse--meekness, mourning, poverty of spirit, justice, mercy, purity of heart, peace, righteousness--women will find ways to live more fully the Gospel values of Christian life.…

Paperback. Condizione: Very Good. Melanie Rigney uses stories of the saints, our sisters in faith, to help readers grow in their spiritual lives. Some of these saints are familiar--Teresa of Avila, Catherine of Siena, Bernadette of Lourdes, Elizabeth Ann Seton--while others are not so well known--Maria Karlowska, Claudine Thevenet, Josephine Bakhita, Elizabeth of Portugal. They come from different places and different times, creating an intimate portrait of the universal Church. Yet the lives of each of these women illustrate the qualities of the Beatitudes--what the Catechism of the Catholic Church calls the heart of Jesus's preaching (1716)--in a down-to-earth and human way. Through the lives of these exemplary women saints and the qualities they espouse--meekness, mourning, poverty of spirit, justice, mercy, purity of heart, peace, righteousness--women will find ways to live more fully the Gospel values of Christian life.…

Paperback. Condizione: Good. Created to Relate explains the natural gift women have for building and maintaining life-giving relationships. Understanding the role of relationship within the Trinity can help you understand the importance of connection with others--the key to living the Gospel fully and joyfully. Wahlquist shows how you can use your ability to build relationships as a way to lead others to Christ. She provides practical tips to help you stay focused in the midst of the distractions and responsibilities that can lead to superficial connections. Each chapter contains a Scripture reading, reflection, discussion questions, and a practical application exercise. Gain new dignity in your role as a master relationship builder and new confidence in sharing the Gospel with others.…

Paperback. Condizione: Fair. Created to Relate explains the natural gift women have for building and maintaining life-giving relationships. Understanding the role of relationship within the Trinity can help you understand the importance of connection with others--the key to living the Gospel fully and joyfully. Wahlquist shows how you can use your ability to build relationships as a way to lead others to Christ. She provides practical tips to help you stay focused in the midst of the distractions and responsibilities that can lead to superficial connections. Each chapter contains a Scripture reading, reflection, discussion questions, and a practical application exercise. Gain new dignity in your role as a master relationship builder and new confidence in sharing the Gospel with others.…

Paperback. Condizione: Very Good. In this book of meditations, you will meet the real woman of Proverbs 31: dignified, strong, caring, creative, and resourceful. Most of all, she's a woman who knows what really matters: loving God and growing in her faith. The reflections in Woman of Strength focus on the attributes and virtues found in Proverbs 31 and suggests a prayer for each day. Drawing from material from popular Servant Books, authors include: - Kimberly Hahn - Gina Loehr - Genevieve Kineke - Anne Costa - Teresa Tomeo - Heidi Bratton - Johnnette Benkovic Whether married, single, stay-at-home mom or career woman, readers will be encouraged and inspired by the timeless wisdom of this ancient and authentic role model.…

Paperback. Condizione: Good. In this book of meditations, you will meet the real woman of Proverbs 31: dignified, strong, caring, creative, and resourceful. Most of all, she's a woman who knows what really matters: loving God and growing in her faith. The reflections in Woman of Strength focus on the attributes and virtues found in Proverbs 31 and suggests a prayer for each day. Drawing from material from popular Servant Books, authors include: - Kimberly Hahn - Gina Loehr - Genevieve Kineke - Anne Costa - Teresa Tomeo - Heidi Bratton - Johnnette Benkovic Whether married, single, stay-at-home mom or career woman, readers will be encouraged and inspired by the timeless wisdom of this ancient and authentic role model.…

Paperback. Condizione: Very Good. Thomas Merton was a man of contradictions: assertive yet elusive, committed to the stability of the monastic life but a wanderer at heart, a man who came to symbolize in a unique way his country and century. Still today, perhaps more than ever, he fascinates us with his spiritual genius and brilliant insights into the heart and soul of humankind. Merton's life was a search on many levels and, as such, it offers readers guidance on their own spiritual quests.The Spiritual Genius of Thomas Merton is a blend of literary and theological appreciation that is critical in the best sense and always relevant. Through an analysis of Merton's major journal and poetic writings, Padovano gives us an original and fresh look at Merton's reconciliation between his inner nature and the life he chose to live. Merton reached out to an astonishing variety of people, indelibly affecting the character of his times, an effect that is present even today. First published in 1982 as The Human Journey: Thomas Merton, Symbol of a Century, Padovano's book has been critically acclaimed as a wonderful glimpse of Merton and a skillful blend of literary analysis and biography. Now updated for a new generation of readers, this new edition commemorates the 100th anniversary of the birth of Thomas Merton (January 31, 2015).…

Paperback. Condizione: Very Good. Talking with those who are dying can be difficult even in the best of circumstances. There is a need for guiding family members of the terminally ill, as well as friends, caregivers, and even those more experienced in talking with the dying--clergy, pastoral ministers, hospice workers, and medical personnel--in understanding the best ways this can be done. What Do I Say? provides that guidance. It comes from the heart of author Margrit Anna Banta who, in her work as a pastoral minister with the dying and terminally ill, noted the lack of an accessible resource for family and friends caring for a loved one that can help them in their conversations with the dying person. What Do I Say? covers both practical matters and spiritual and emotional topics, always mindful of the fact that many people in their final days are not able to talk about or express what they are going through. It touches on areas that should be addressed before someone dies, such as a will, DNR orders, funeral planning, and other topics, and gives suggestions for what to do if someone is non-communicative or unconscious. The last chapter includes prayers to say when family and friends visit with their loved one. This is not a comprehensive end-of-life planning or medical guide, but a brief overview of how to communicate with someone who is dying. Above all, the book stresses that conveying a sense of loving presence and a willingness to listen are usually what is most needed.…

Paperback. Condizione: Good. Talking with those who are dying can be difficult even in the best of circumstances. There is a need for guiding family members of the terminally ill, as well as friends, caregivers, and even those more experienced in talking with the dying--clergy, pastoral ministers, hospice workers, and medical personnel--in understanding the best ways this can be done. What Do I Say? provides that guidance. It comes from the heart of author Margrit Anna Banta who, in her work as a pastoral minister with the dying and terminally ill, noted the lack of an accessible resource for family and friends caring for a loved one that can help them in their conversations with the dying person. What Do I Say? covers both practical matters and spiritual and emotional topics, always mindful of the fact that many people in their final days are not able to talk about or express what they are going through. It touches on areas that should be addressed before someone dies, such as a will, DNR orders, funeral planning, and other topics, and gives suggestions for what to do if someone is non-communicative or unconscious. The last chapter includes prayers to say when family and friends visit with their loved one. This is not a comprehensive end-of-life planning or medical guide, but a brief overview of how to communicate with someone who is dying. Above all, the book stresses that conveying a sense of loving presence and a willingness to listen are usually what is most needed. …

Paperback. Condizione: Very Good. What is confirmation? Why do we need the gifts of the Holy Spirit? How can we prepare ourselves to receive this sacrament? > As one of the Church's sacraments of initiation, confirmation has often been thought of as a rite of maturity in the faith. How does this sacrament prepare us to live out and witness our Christian faith? Drawing on the popular and trusted>Catholic Update newsletter, the>Catholic Update Guide to Confirmation explains some of the history and meaning of the sacrament. It will guide you through the process of confirmation and inspire you to let it change your life.…

Paperback. Condizione: Fair.