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Ordinary Christians, Extraordinary Signs
Healing in Evangelization
AvMark Hornbacher,Steve Dawson
E-bok
Engelska, 2019
166 kr
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This book is a practical, encouraging guide for "e;the rest of us"e;: Catholic parents that want to impart the faith to their children but aren't quite sure where to start. Topics include leading by example, having conversations about faith, reading the Bible as a family, learning about the Saints, praying together, learning what the Mass means, celebrating special/feast days and liturgical seasons (Advent, Lent), and finding community with other Catholic families. Tommy and Karen emphasize that this a doable task and, with humor, let the reader know that there will be plenty of "e;fails"e; along the way but not to give up trying to develop a faith-filled family life.
Divine Renovation Beyond the Parish
AvFr. James Mallon
E-bok
Engelska, 2019
211 kr
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Beyond the Parish is Fr. James Mallon's answer to, "e;Now what?"e; With the crises in Catholic churches throughout the world, parish renewal can be a discouraging task. But with decades of experience behind him, Fr. Mallon wants to encourage you to pray, to trust, and to take the necessary steps to see your parish and your diocese fully equipped to fulfill God's mission for the Church today. It's not too late--renewal has often happened in times of crises, and this time is no exception!Fr. James Mallon worked with his team to bring about the divine renovation of Saint Benedict Parish in Halifax, Canada. He is the author of the bestselling books Diving Renovation: From a Maintenance to a Missional Parish and the Divine Renovation Guidebook. He now serves as the Episcopal Vicar for Parish Renewal and Leadership Support for the Archdiocese of Halifax-Yarmouth in Nova Scotia, Canada.
saints Who Transformed Their World
AvSherry Weddell
E-bok
Engelska, 2019
132 kr
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Our history is filled with the stories of ordinary men and women who were raised up by God for the people and needs of their times-people through whom God did extraordinary things as they followed Jesus in the midst of his Church. In saints Who Transformed Their World, Sherry Weddell presents stories of laypeople who said "e;yes"e; to God and shared the spiritual gifts given to them by God. Be inspired by the stories of lay saints: women and men whom God has powerfully used as channels of his beauty, mercy, wisdom, healing, and provision. In these short stories, you will discover people you can relate to. Their inspirational ways of living their faith can help you to recognize your spiritual gifts and help you live every day as an intentional disciple. When each one of us faithfully answers God s unique call in our lives, the fruit that you and I bear will be the answer to someone else s prayer. Sherry Weddell
Spirituality of Mother Teresa
AvFr. Raniero Cantalamessa
E-bok
Engelska, 2019
132 kr
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A beloved modern-day saint, St. Teresa of Calcutta continues to be a source of inspiration over twenty years after her death. She gave God her complete yes and became one of the most well-known and inspiring women of the twentieth century. Fr. Cantalamessa, Preacher to the Papal Household since 1980, invites us to say yes to God's voice in our lives and overcome the obstacles that can distract or discourage us along the way.
Best is Yet to Come
Growing Older with Joy and Fulfillment
AvLorene Hanley Duquin
E-bok
Engelska, 2020
149 kr
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Do you wish your later years came with a manual? While we all face fears about growing older, we can still approach our time and our relationships with faith, fun, and fulfillment. God gives us his grace to take risks and make decisions at this stage of our lives-with wisdom, peace, and joy. Find out how your second half of life can be the best years yet!
Overcommitted
Cut Chaos and Find Balance
AvRachel Balducci
E-bok
Engelska, 2020
174 kr
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Are you often pulled in so many directions that you wonder if you are just overcommitted? Rachel Balducci, mom of six, has wondered the same thing. In Overcommitted: How to Cut Chaos and Find Balance, she gives us a solution to our fren-zied days and a plan for achieving balanced, God-centered days.
Called to Christian Joy and Maturity
Forming Missionary Disciples
AvDaniel A. Keating,Gordon C. DeMarais
E-bok
Engelska, 2021
158 kr
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More than ever, Christians must be grounded in their identity and purpose to reach a hurting world. This groundbreaking book brings together the latest best practices for how to be (and help others become) mature, balanced, and joyful Christians today. Evangelism experts Gordy DeMarais and Daniel Keating lay out thoughtful actions for effectively bringing Christ to the world. A must-read for every follower of Jesus.
Strategic Grandparent
Making a Difference
AvMichael Shaughnessy
E-bok
Engelska, 2020
122 kr
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How can you reach your grandchildren and impart faith to them? You are not alone in this question, and author Michael Shaughnessy wants to give you a proven plan for doing just that. Applying the principles of youth work, The Strategic Grandparent gives you a step-by-step plan for connecting with your grandchildren, engaging them, and making a lasting impact in their lives. You have an important role to play in God's plan for your grandchildren-take the first step today!
God Dwells in Me
Living in the Power of Your Baptism
AvJoel Stepanek
E-bok
Engelska, 2021
73 kr
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Join author Joel Stepanek on an eye-opening journey through the often unrecognized grace and power that is yours because of your Baptism. Find out what actually happens in the water of Baptism, how Baptism helps free you from sin, how you are trans-formed from the inside out, how you are anointed for mission, and how you are prepared for your ultimate destination-heaven.
Patron Saints Handbook
AvMitch Finley
E-bok
Engelska, 2010
102 kr
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Who was St. Genesius, and why is he the patron saint of actors? Why is St. Therese of Lisieux, who was a cloistered nun, the patron saint of missionaries? Is there a patron saint for automobile mechanics? How about for athletes? Bestselling Catholic writer Mitch Finley answers these questions and more in this delightful book of one hundred saints and the occupations, groups, or causes they are associated with. These are listed alphabetically and cross indexed with a list of the saints featured in the book, making it easy to find either the saint or the cause. In each short selection, Finley describes the life of the saint and why he or she has been selected as a patron. Finley's popular style makes this book fun to read. A great resource to keep on your shelf for years to come. A thoughtful gift for Confirmation or other occasions.
Refresh Me, Lord!
Meditations to Renew a Woman's Spirit
AvAnne Costa
E-bok
Engelska, 2008
89 kr
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These short meditations are a perfect way for Catholic women of any age to start or end their days. Anne Costa helps us to see beyond the daily clutter of our lives to our real purpose-fulfilling the great calling God has given to women, whose unique gifts can change the world. While acknowledging the struggles and temptations that women face, Costa always leaves them with hope that they can be renewed in Christ and become people who bring many blessings to others. Each meditation features: An opening Scripture verse; A concise, hope-filled meditation; A closing prayer; An action we can take, called "e;Just for Today."e; This pocket-sized book can fit into a purse, brief case, or glove compartment, so busy women can still carve out a few minutes each day to read and pray through the meditations, no matter where they are.
Gospel Way of Mary
A Journey of Trust and Surrender
AvCardinal Carlo Maria Martini SJ
E-bok
Engelska, 2011
88 kr
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Cardinal Carlo Martini is well-known for his ability to open the Scriptures through lectio divina or prayerful reading. In The Gospel Way of Mary, Martini takes us on a journey through Scripture of key events in the life of Mary. With keen and profound insight, he helps us see these familiar passages as a journey of trust and surrender not only for Mary but for us as well. This journey requires us to make a fundamental choice for God and make peace with his often mysterious ways. Martini reflects on Mary's night of faith as well as her emotional life, relating these to our own experiences of hardship and suffering. He concludes by showing how true Marian devotion can enrich our lives. -- For anyone who wants to deepen their understanding of Mary and their relationship with her. --Encourages reflection and prayer on the challenges we face on our own path to the Lord.
Emotions God Gave you
A Guide for Catholics to Healthy & Holy Living
AvArt & Laraine Bennett
E-bok
Engelska, 2011
100 kr
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Emotions such as anger or sadness or desire arise within us, often without our directly willing them. But we are still free to choose how we respond to them. How can we better understand our God-given emotions and manage them so that we gain the emotional equilibrium and healthy balance we need to take charge of our lives, grow closer to Christ, and share in the joy of his love? In this insightful and easy-to-read book, Catholic therapist Art Bennett and his wife Laraine explain how our emotions affect us and how our thoughts, attitudes, and behavior can affect our emotions. In a conversational and non-technical way, the authors address these and other questions: What are the effects of temperament and our past experiences on our emotional health? Can we trust our feelings? When do our emotions become destructive? How do past emotional wounds affect our present-day emotional balance? - Outlines the Catholic understanding of emotions. - Uses real-life examples of people dealing with emotional issues. - Helps us see how managing our emotions can lead to healthier relationships with others as well as growth in virtue and a closer relationship with the Lord. - Includes questions for reflection and prayer at the end of each chapter.
Turning to God in Tough Times
Prayers to Comfort the Heart and Sustain the Spirit
AvJoan Guntzelman
E-bok
Engelska, 2011
89 kr
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When we are going through tough times, we need to turn to the light of God's love, but we often find it difficult to do so. This book will help readers move toward God and away from hopelessness and despair. Guntzelman offers us new ways of looking at our situation as well as reminders to trust in the Lord and his plan for our lives. Each of the one hundred reflections in this book begins with a Scripture verse, followed by a short reflection and prayer. As we open our hearts and minds to God in this way, he will comfort and sustain us through the hard times in our lives. --Short reflections are perfect for busy people or for those who find it difficult to pray for long periods of time.--Makes a thoughtful gift.
Everything is Grace
The Life and Way of Therese of Lisieux
AvFSC Joseph F. Schmidt
E-bok
Engelska, 2007
257 kr
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Thérèse of Lisieux has been called the greatest saint of modern times, but some view her spirituality as sentimental and syrupy. Joseph F. Schmidt, FSC, dispels that notion by contending that Thérèse’s “little way” is really the gospel message—a message that can best be understood in the context of her life. Schmidt does a masterful job of weaving together biographical details with Thérèse’s profound insights on God’s love and mercy. This book is a must-read for anyone who wants an introduction to Thérèse’s spirituality as well as for those who desire a deeper appreciation of her “little way”—a way that continues to speak to Catholics today. Includes photographs of Thérèse as a young girl and throughout her life.
Praying Our Experiences
An Invitation to Open Our Lives to Do
AvJoseph Schmidt
E-bok
Engelska, 2008
89 kr
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God wants us to share our lives and our hearts with him. In this updated and expanded edition of a spiritual classic, Christian Brother Joseph Schmidt gently leads us to recognize that honest reflection before God on the ordinary experiences of our lives is the very means of our spiritual growth. As we speak to God about our personal story, we can explore the significance of our unrest, our joys, our fears, and our hopes. Then the Holy Spirit will lead us to self-knowledge and the freedom to accept and appreciate ourselves and our lives as they are. This book goes beyond any specific way of praying to the very heart of prayer: intimacy with God. - Valuable for any Christian, no matter where they are in their faith journey. - Helps readers view distractions in prayer as opportunities to draw closer to God. - Makes a thoughtful gift.
Lord, I Hurt!
The Grace of Forgiveness and the Road to Healing
AvAnne Costa
E-bok
Engelska, 2012
81 kr
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At the core of every story of forgiveness are Jesus and his cross. In this book, Catholic spiritual writer Anne Costa shares her own story of forgiveness and healing as well as those of many others. In the process, she encourages readers to take their own journey. By dispelling myths about what forgiveness is-"e;I need to be free of bad feelings to forgive"e; or "e;In order to forgive, I have to forget"e;-Costa helps readers remove the obstacles that may be blocking the healing process. She explores such emotions as anger, grief, and fear and their effect on healing and also discusses our need to forgive God-and ourselves. Costa is a reassuring guide who shares her deep insights with compassion and offers us a road to healing that leads us right into the loving embrace of Jesus.
Prayer, Fasting, Almsgiving
Spiritual Practices That Draw Us Closer to God
AvKevin Perrotta
E-bok
Engelska, 2012
94 kr
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Prayer, fasting, and almsgiving are often called "e;spiritual disciplines."e; The term highlights their similarity to physical disciplines. But like a physical fitness program, we can go through the motions of these practices without deriving much benefit from them. Jesus wants the spiritual disciplines to work for us. Only the Holy Spirit can make us holy, but we can spur the Spirit to help us. That is what almsgiving, prayer, and fasting are: ways of seeking the Holy Spirit's help, ways of beginning to cooperate with his work in us. In this Bible study, popular Scripture commentator Kevin Perrotta selects six readings from Scripture-one Old Testament and one New Testament text for each spiritual discipline. Each passage confronts us with some of the most important aspects of these practices, showing us why we undertake them and how they can transform us so that we become more like the persons that God has created us to be.
Seeking the Beloved
A Prayer Journey with St. John of the Cross
AvWayne Simsic
E-bok
Engelska, 2012
100 kr
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Prayer is not just time set aside for God or the use of certain techniques-it is primarily an intimate relationship with God the Beloved. If we hunger for a prayer that is deeper than words and that we can bring to every part of our lives, no matter what we are doing, then we can turn to St. John of the Cross as our guide. Retreat master and author Wayne Simsic insists that while it's easy to write off this saint as an otherworldly ascetic and mystic, he was actually a down-to-earth and wise administrator, poet, and artist whose writings have great relevance for us today. In this book, Simsic helps readers discover the gift of contemplative prayer as unfolded by this Carmelite saint, whose longing for a deep intimacy and union with God can become our longing as well.
Facing Adversity with Grace
Lessons from the Saints
AvWoodeene Koenig-Bricker
E-bok
Engelska, 2012
102 kr
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What can we learn from the saints about adversity? How did they use their adversity as a means of growth rather than just as something to be endured? In this book, popular Catholic author Woodeene Koenig-Bricker offers an in-depth look at a host of saints and how they dealt with a particular type of suffering in their lives. From each saint we learn valuable lessons about the common trials that come with being human-for example, suffering from physical problems (St. Padre Pio), mental suffering (Blessed Mother Teresa), addictions (Venerable Matthew Talbot), physical disability (St. Alphonsus Liguori), marital discord (St. Rita of Cascia), divorce (St. Helena), prejudice (St. Joseph Bakhita), financial stress (St. Elizabeth Ann Seton), and old age (Blessed John Paul II).
Walking the Little Way of Therese of Lisieux
Discovering the Path of Love
AvBrother Joseph Schmidt
E-bok
Engelska, 2012
144 kr
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From her early years, Therese of Lisieux desired to be a saint, so the primary focus of her life was to walk the path of love-what she called "e;the science of love."e; But she often asked herself if her love was pure and authentic. With sensitivity and insight, author Joseph Schmidt shows us how Therese discovered certain qualities of the heart that told her that she was indeed walking the path of authentic love. These qualities-inner freedom, creativity, compassion, willingness, self-surrender or abandonment, and gratefulness-"e;opened her heart to a new depth of God's life in and through her."e; Eventually, they played a very practical role in Therese's ordinary day-to-day life relationships-and they can in our own as well.As he did in his earlier book on Therese, Everything Is Grace, Joseph Schmidt breaks new ground in his latest book and offers tremendous food for thought and reflection on the spirituality of this great saint.
Praying for Our Adult Sons and Daughters
Placing Them in the Heart of God
AvJohn & Therese Boucher
E-bok
Engelska, 2012
114 kr
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No one ever stops being a mom or a dad. So when our children become adults, we still worry about them-and want to care for them. One way we can still care for them is to lift them up in prayer. When we do so, God's love for them-and for us-is unleashed. We are able to replace our concern with a love that comes from the heart of God. Our Father moves mountains of worry and discouragement, leaving new refreshment and delight in its place. This book is designed for parents who want to pray for their adult sons and daughters with the kind of power that makes a real difference in matters of the heart. This book: Gives parents hope, encouragement, and a renewed commitment to pray and to relate lovingly to their adult sons and daughters.Addresses the desire to be a better parent and shows how parents can best pray for specific needs.Provides questions for reflection and sharing at the end of each chapter as well as instructions for a particular prayer skill that will help readers grow as a loving parent.
Fire of Christ's Love
Meditations on the Cross
AvFather Raniero Cantalamessa OFM Cap
E-bok
Engelska, 2012
112 kr
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Why should we meditate on the cross? Because through the cross of Christ, we can begin to comprehend God's all-consuming love for us. The short reflections in this book are taken from homilies presented by renounced evangelist Fr. Raniero Cantalamessa on Good Friday in St. Peter's Basilica. Fr. Cantalamessa, who has been the preacher of the Papal Household since 1980, unfolds for us the mystery and the power of the cross. By willingly embracing the cross for our sake and then rising from the dead, Jesus has brought us salvation, healing, mercy, and the hope of eternal life. As Fr. Cantalamessa contemplates the intensity and reality of Christ's love for us, he also shows us how to respond wholeheartedly with that same fire in our hearts.
Let Us Become Friends of Jesus
Meditations on Prayer
AvPope Benedict XVI
E-bok
Engelska, 2013
131 kr
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The human heart longs to be united with God, and it is only in prayer-as we answer God's invitation to become friends of Jesus-that men and women can satisfy the deepest desires of their heart. These short meditations are taken from Pope Benedict XVI's audiences, homilies, addresses, and writings from the past seven years of his pontificate, including his most recent catechesis on prayer. Because he is steeped in personal prayer and the liturgical and traditional prayers of the Church, the Holy Father offers us sound and inspiring advice about the essence, art, and practice of prayer. His reflections also provide deep insights into God's love, Jesus' own prayer, how to pray the psalms meaningfully, and the richness of devotions to the Eucharist and Mary. This is a handbook on prayer that you'll want to read over and over again.
Winning the Battle Against Sin
Hope-Filled Lessons from the Bible
AvSJ Fr. Mitch Pacwa
E-bok
Engelska, 2013
128 kr
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What is sin, why did it happen, and how can we overcome it? Popular EWTN host and speaker Fr. Mitch Pacwa uses his extensive knowledge of the Scriptures to take us on a tour of the Bible to help us understand sin and why we need Jesus in our lives to defeat it. By examining important biblical passages, Fr. Pacwa provides us with hope that we can win the battle against sin by putting it to death on the cross and allowing the Holy Spirit to fill us and transform us. Fr. Pacwa provides guidelines for meditating on important passages in the Gospels to understand how Jesus dealt with sinners and to help us examine our consciences. He also shows readers how to use the psalms to pray for repentance and forgiveness. Fr. Pacwa concludes with some practical strategies for living a virtuous and victorious life in Christ.
More of the Holy Spirit
How to Keep the Fire Burning in Our Hearts
AvSGL Sr. Ann Shields
E-bok
Engelska, 2013
121 kr
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In the last forty years, many Catholics have experienced an outpouring of the Holy Spirit in their lives that resulted in a new passion for God and a zeal for spreading the gospel. In addition to a newfound love of prayer, Scripture, and the Eucharist, many have been blessed with the supernatural gifts of the Holy Spirit, such as tongues and healing. Yet as the years go by, many often experience a waning of the gifts of the Spirit as well as a lukewarmness creeping into their lives. What can we do so that fire for God, which may have been ignited many years ago, will continue to burn brightly in our hearts? In this book, Sr. Ann Shields offers us an inspirational message that will help us to persist in prayer and keep asking for more of the Holy Spirit in our lives each day. By taking a serious look at our hearts and repenting where we have strayed, and by staying close to God in Scripture and the Eucharist, we can reignite the fire that once burned within us.
Sharing the Faith That You Love
Four Simple Ways to Be Part of the New Evangelization
AvTherese Boucher,John Boucher
E-bok
Engelska, 2014
121 kr
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For most Catholics, the idea of becoming an evangelist is intimidating. "e;How could I ever bring anyone back to God or to the church?"e; we may wonder. "e;I'm not an expert or an evangelist, and I don't want to knock on doors!"e; In this book, John and Therese Boucher encourage Catholics to share their faith in four simple and practical ways: praying for those we know who far from God, showing them Christ-like care and compassion, initiating faith-sharing conversations, and inviting them to join us at Mass and parish events. Each chapter includes two "e;spiritual workouts"e; designed to deepen our own experience of the Lord, grow in zeal for sharing our faith, and learn the skills to become part of the New Evangelization. A separate chapter has ideas for fostering a missionary, evangelizing parish.
Prayers to the Holy Spirit
Power and Light for Your Life
AvBert Ghezzi
E-bok
Engelska, 2014
102 kr
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How can the Holy Spirit bring power and light to your life? This pocket-sized book features seventy-five reflections that will expand your knowledge of the Holy Spirit and encourage you to pray specifically-and expectantly-for the gifts he bestows. For each reflection, popular author and speaker Bert Ghezzi begins with a brief Scripture passage and then highlights one or more ways that the Spirit works in us, using examples from the Bible, Church Fathers, and the lives of the saints and contemporary Catholics. Then he prays a blessing for you to receive this gift and offers a "e;prayer starter"e; that leads you to ask the Holy Spirit for that grace.
Living in the Father's Embrace
Experiencing the Love at the Heart of the Trinity
AvGeorge Montague
E-bok
Engelska, 2014
111 kr
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Most of us have a personal relationship with Jesus, but how well do we know God the Father? Are we able to call him "e;Abba,"e; as Jesus did? Did we have a complicated relationship with our earthly father that keeps us distant from our Father? How do we look at the Father when we are dealing with grief and loss? Scripture scholar and popular author George Montague touches on these questions and more in twenty beautifully written reflections that provide rich insights into the love at the heart of the Trinity. Montague uses everyday examples to help us to envision what that awesome relationship is like between Father and Son and how they long, through the Holy Spirit, to bring each one of us into their communion of love. This is a book you will want to read again and again.
Quick Reference Guide to the Catholic Bible
AvMary Ann Getty-Sullivan
E-bok
Engelska, 2014
142 kr
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How many times have you wanted some context and background about a book of the Bible but didn't have the time to wade through a long commentary? The Quick Reference Guide to the Catholic Bible is a concise guide that is meant to orient you as you read the various books of the Bible-something you can keep by your side and glance at quickly before going back to your prayer.

The Word Among Us Press – förlag

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Ordinary Christians, Extraordinary Signs
Healing in Evangelization
AvMark Hornbacher,Steve Dawson
E-bok
Engelska, 2019
166 kr
Läs direkt efter köp
This book is a practical, encouraging guide for "e;the rest of us"e;: Catholic parents that want to impart the faith to their children but aren't quite sure where to start. Topics include leading by example, having conversations about faith, reading the Bible as a family, learning about the Saints, praying together, learning what the Mass means, celebrating special/feast days and liturgical seasons (Advent, Lent), and finding community with other Catholic families. Tommy and Karen emphasize that this a doable task and, with humor, let the reader know that there will be plenty of "e;fails"e; along the way but not to give up trying to develop a faith-filled family life.
Divine Renovation Beyond the Parish
AvFr. James Mallon
E-bok
Engelska, 2019
211 kr
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Beyond the Parish is Fr. James Mallon's answer to, "e;Now what?"e; With the crises in Catholic churches throughout the world, parish renewal can be a discouraging task. But with decades of experience behind him, Fr. Mallon wants to encourage you to pray, to trust, and to take the necessary steps to see your parish and your diocese fully equipped to fulfill God's mission for the Church today. It's not too late--renewal has often happened in times of crises, and this time is no exception!Fr. James Mallon worked with his team to bring about the divine renovation of Saint Benedict Parish in Halifax, Canada. He is the author of the bestselling books Diving Renovation: From a Maintenance to a Missional Parish and the Divine Renovation Guidebook. He now serves as the Episcopal Vicar for Parish Renewal and Leadership Support for the Archdiocese of Halifax-Yarmouth in Nova Scotia, Canada.
saints Who Transformed Their World
AvSherry Weddell
E-bok
Engelska, 2019
132 kr
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Our history is filled with the stories of ordinary men and women who were raised up by God for the people and needs of their times-people through whom God did extraordinary things as they followed Jesus in the midst of his Church. In saints Who Transformed Their World, Sherry Weddell presents stories of laypeople who said "e;yes"e; to God and shared the spiritual gifts given to them by God. Be inspired by the stories of lay saints: women and men whom God has powerfully used as channels of his beauty, mercy, wisdom, healing, and provision. In these short stories, you will discover people you can relate to. Their inspirational ways of living their faith can help you to recognize your spiritual gifts and help you live every day as an intentional disciple. When each one of us faithfully answers God s unique call in our lives, the fruit that you and I bear will be the answer to someone else s prayer. Sherry Weddell
Spirituality of Mother Teresa
AvFr. Raniero Cantalamessa
E-bok
Engelska, 2019
132 kr
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A beloved modern-day saint, St. Teresa of Calcutta continues to be a source of inspiration over twenty years after her death. She gave God her complete yes and became one of the most well-known and inspiring women of the twentieth century. Fr. Cantalamessa, Preacher to the Papal Household since 1980, invites us to say yes to God's voice in our lives and overcome the obstacles that can distract or discourage us along the way.
Best is Yet to Come
Growing Older with Joy and Fulfillment
AvLorene Hanley Duquin
E-bok
Engelska, 2020
149 kr
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Do you wish your later years came with a manual? While we all face fears about growing older, we can still approach our time and our relationships with faith, fun, and fulfillment. God gives us his grace to take risks and make decisions at this stage of our lives-with wisdom, peace, and joy. Find out how your second half of life can be the best years yet!
Overcommitted
Cut Chaos and Find Balance
AvRachel Balducci
E-bok
Engelska, 2020
174 kr
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Are you often pulled in so many directions that you wonder if you are just overcommitted? Rachel Balducci, mom of six, has wondered the same thing. In Overcommitted: How to Cut Chaos and Find Balance, she gives us a solution to our fren-zied days and a plan for achieving balanced, God-centered days.
Called to Christian Joy and Maturity
Forming Missionary Disciples
AvDaniel A. Keating,Gordon C. DeMarais
E-bok
Engelska, 2021
158 kr
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More than ever, Christians must be grounded in their identity and purpose to reach a hurting world. This groundbreaking book brings together the latest best practices for how to be (and help others become) mature, balanced, and joyful Christians today. Evangelism experts Gordy DeMarais and Daniel Keating lay out thoughtful actions for effectively bringing Christ to the world. A must-read for every follower of Jesus.
Strategic Grandparent
Making a Difference
AvMichael Shaughnessy
E-bok
Engelska, 2020
122 kr
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How can you reach your grandchildren and impart faith to them? You are not alone in this question, and author Michael Shaughnessy wants to give you a proven plan for doing just that. Applying the principles of youth work, The Strategic Grandparent gives you a step-by-step plan for connecting with your grandchildren, engaging them, and making a lasting impact in their lives. You have an important role to play in God's plan for your grandchildren-take the first step today!
God Dwells in Me
Living in the Power of Your Baptism
AvJoel Stepanek
E-bok
Engelska, 2021
73 kr
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Join author Joel Stepanek on an eye-opening journey through the often unrecognized grace and power that is yours because of your Baptism. Find out what actually happens in the water of Baptism, how Baptism helps free you from sin, how you are trans-formed from the inside out, how you are anointed for mission, and how you are prepared for your ultimate destination-heaven.
Patron Saints Handbook
AvMitch Finley
E-bok
Engelska, 2010
102 kr
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Who was St. Genesius, and why is he the patron saint of actors? Why is St. Therese of Lisieux, who was a cloistered nun, the patron saint of missionaries? Is there a patron saint for automobile mechanics? How about for athletes? Bestselling Catholic writer Mitch Finley answers these questions and more in this delightful book of one hundred saints and the occupations, groups, or causes they are associated with. These are listed alphabetically and cross indexed with a list of the saints featured in the book, making it easy to find either the saint or the cause. In each short selection, Finley describes the life of the saint and why he or she has been selected as a patron. Finley's popular style makes this book fun to read. A great resource to keep on your shelf for years to come. A thoughtful gift for Confirmation or other occasions.
Refresh Me, Lord!
Meditations to Renew a Woman's Spirit
AvAnne Costa
E-bok
Engelska, 2008
89 kr
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These short meditations are a perfect way for Catholic women of any age to start or end their days. Anne Costa helps us to see beyond the daily clutter of our lives to our real purpose-fulfilling the great calling God has given to women, whose unique gifts can change the world. While acknowledging the struggles and temptations that women face, Costa always leaves them with hope that they can be renewed in Christ and become people who bring many blessings to others. Each meditation features: An opening Scripture verse; A concise, hope-filled meditation; A closing prayer; An action we can take, called "e;Just for Today."e; This pocket-sized book can fit into a purse, brief case, or glove compartment, so busy women can still carve out a few minutes each day to read and pray through the meditations, no matter where they are.
Gospel Way of Mary
A Journey of Trust and Surrender
AvCardinal Carlo Maria Martini SJ
E-bok
Engelska, 2011
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Cardinal Carlo Martini is well-known for his ability to open the Scriptures through lectio divina or prayerful reading. In The Gospel Way of Mary, Martini takes us on a journey through Scripture of key events in the life of Mary. With keen and profound insight, he helps us see these familiar passages as a journey of trust and surrender not only for Mary but for us as well. This journey requires us to make a fundamental choice for God and make peace with his often mysterious ways. Martini reflects on Mary's night of faith as well as her emotional life, relating these to our own experiences of hardship and suffering. He concludes by showing how true Marian devotion can enrich our lives. -- For anyone who wants to deepen their understanding of Mary and their relationship with her. --Encourages reflection and prayer on the challenges we face on our own path to the Lord.
Emotions God Gave you
A Guide for Catholics to Healthy & Holy Living
AvArt & Laraine Bennett
E-bok
Engelska, 2011
100 kr
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Emotions such as anger or sadness or desire arise within us, often without our directly willing them. But we are still free to choose how we respond to them. How can we better understand our God-given emotions and manage them so that we gain the emotional equilibrium and healthy balance we need to take charge of our lives, grow closer to Christ, and share in the joy of his love? In this insightful and easy-to-read book, Catholic therapist Art Bennett and his wife Laraine explain how our emotions affect us and how our thoughts, attitudes, and behavior can affect our emotions. In a conversational and non-technical way, the authors address these and other questions: What are the effects of temperament and our past experiences on our emotional health? Can we trust our feelings? When do our emotions become destructive? How do past emotional wounds affect our present-day emotional balance? - Outlines the Catholic understanding of emotions. - Uses real-life examples of people dealing with emotional issues. - Helps us see how managing our emotions can lead to healthier relationships with others as well as growth in virtue and a closer relationship with the Lord. - Includes questions for reflection and prayer at the end of each chapter.
Turning to God in Tough Times
Prayers to Comfort the Heart and Sustain the Spirit
AvJoan Guntzelman
E-bok
Engelska, 2011
89 kr
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When we are going through tough times, we need to turn to the light of God's love, but we often find it difficult to do so. This book will help readers move toward God and away from hopelessness and despair. Guntzelman offers us new ways of looking at our situation as well as reminders to trust in the Lord and his plan for our lives. Each of the one hundred reflections in this book begins with a Scripture verse, followed by a short reflection and prayer. As we open our hearts and minds to God in this way, he will comfort and sustain us through the hard times in our lives. --Short reflections are perfect for busy people or for those who find it difficult to pray for long periods of time.--Makes a thoughtful gift.
Everything is Grace
The Life and Way of Therese of Lisieux
AvFSC Joseph F. Schmidt
E-bok
Engelska, 2007
257 kr
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Thérèse of Lisieux has been called the greatest saint of modern times, but some view her spirituality as sentimental and syrupy. Joseph F. Schmidt, FSC, dispels that notion by contending that Thérèse’s “little way” is really the gospel message—a message that can best be understood in the context of her life. Schmidt does a masterful job of weaving together biographical details with Thérèse’s profound insights on God’s love and mercy. This book is a must-read for anyone who wants an introduction to Thérèse’s spirituality as well as for those who desire a deeper appreciation of her “little way”—a way that continues to speak to Catholics today. Includes photographs of Thérèse as a young girl and throughout her life.
Praying Our Experiences
An Invitation to Open Our Lives to Do
AvJoseph Schmidt
E-bok
Engelska, 2008
89 kr
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God wants us to share our lives and our hearts with him. In this updated and expanded edition of a spiritual classic, Christian Brother Joseph Schmidt gently leads us to recognize that honest reflection before God on the ordinary experiences of our lives is the very means of our spiritual growth. As we speak to God about our personal story, we can explore the significance of our unrest, our joys, our fears, and our hopes. Then the Holy Spirit will lead us to self-knowledge and the freedom to accept and appreciate ourselves and our lives as they are. This book goes beyond any specific way of praying to the very heart of prayer: intimacy with God. - Valuable for any Christian, no matter where they are in their faith journey. - Helps readers view distractions in prayer as opportunities to draw closer to God. - Makes a thoughtful gift.
Lord, I Hurt!
The Grace of Forgiveness and the Road to Healing
AvAnne Costa
E-bok
Engelska, 2012
81 kr
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At the core of every story of forgiveness are Jesus and his cross. In this book, Catholic spiritual writer Anne Costa shares her own story of forgiveness and healing as well as those of many others. In the process, she encourages readers to take their own journey. By dispelling myths about what forgiveness is-"e;I need to be free of bad feelings to forgive"e; or "e;In order to forgive, I have to forget"e;-Costa helps readers remove the obstacles that may be blocking the healing process. She explores such emotions as anger, grief, and fear and their effect on healing and also discusses our need to forgive God-and ourselves. Costa is a reassuring guide who shares her deep insights with compassion and offers us a road to healing that leads us right into the loving embrace of Jesus.
Prayer, Fasting, Almsgiving
Spiritual Practices That Draw Us Closer to God
AvKevin Perrotta
E-bok
Engelska, 2012
94 kr
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Prayer, fasting, and almsgiving are often called "e;spiritual disciplines."e; The term highlights their similarity to physical disciplines. But like a physical fitness program, we can go through the motions of these practices without deriving much benefit from them. Jesus wants the spiritual disciplines to work for us. Only the Holy Spirit can make us holy, but we can spur the Spirit to help us. That is what almsgiving, prayer, and fasting are: ways of seeking the Holy Spirit's help, ways of beginning to cooperate with his work in us. In this Bible study, popular Scripture commentator Kevin Perrotta selects six readings from Scripture-one Old Testament and one New Testament text for each spiritual discipline. Each passage confronts us with some of the most important aspects of these practices, showing us why we undertake them and how they can transform us so that we become more like the persons that God has created us to be.
Seeking the Beloved
A Prayer Journey with St. John of the Cross
AvWayne Simsic
E-bok
Engelska, 2012
100 kr
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Prayer is not just time set aside for God or the use of certain techniques-it is primarily an intimate relationship with God the Beloved. If we hunger for a prayer that is deeper than words and that we can bring to every part of our lives, no matter what we are doing, then we can turn to St. John of the Cross as our guide. Retreat master and author Wayne Simsic insists that while it's easy to write off this saint as an otherworldly ascetic and mystic, he was actually a down-to-earth and wise administrator, poet, and artist whose writings have great relevance for us today. In this book, Simsic helps readers discover the gift of contemplative prayer as unfolded by this Carmelite saint, whose longing for a deep intimacy and union with God can become our longing as well.
Facing Adversity with Grace
Lessons from the Saints
AvWoodeene Koenig-Bricker
E-bok
Engelska, 2012
102 kr
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What can we learn from the saints about adversity? How did they use their adversity as a means of growth rather than just as something to be endured? In this book, popular Catholic author Woodeene Koenig-Bricker offers an in-depth look at a host of saints and how they dealt with a particular type of suffering in their lives. From each saint we learn valuable lessons about the common trials that come with being human-for example, suffering from physical problems (St. Padre Pio), mental suffering (Blessed Mother Teresa), addictions (Venerable Matthew Talbot), physical disability (St. Alphonsus Liguori), marital discord (St. Rita of Cascia), divorce (St. Helena), prejudice (St. Joseph Bakhita), financial stress (St. Elizabeth Ann Seton), and old age (Blessed John Paul II).
Walking the Little Way of Therese of Lisieux
Discovering the Path of Love
AvBrother Joseph Schmidt
E-bok
Engelska, 2012
144 kr
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From her early years, Therese of Lisieux desired to be a saint, so the primary focus of her life was to walk the path of love-what she called "e;the science of love."e; But she often asked herself if her love was pure and authentic. With sensitivity and insight, author Joseph Schmidt shows us how Therese discovered certain qualities of the heart that told her that she was indeed walking the path of authentic love. These qualities-inner freedom, creativity, compassion, willingness, self-surrender or abandonment, and gratefulness-"e;opened her heart to a new depth of God's life in and through her."e; Eventually, they played a very practical role in Therese's ordinary day-to-day life relationships-and they can in our own as well.As he did in his earlier book on Therese, Everything Is Grace, Joseph Schmidt breaks new ground in his latest book and offers tremendous food for thought and reflection on the spirituality of this great saint.
Praying for Our Adult Sons and Daughters
Placing Them in the Heart of God
AvJohn & Therese Boucher
E-bok
Engelska, 2012
114 kr
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No one ever stops being a mom or a dad. So when our children become adults, we still worry about them-and want to care for them. One way we can still care for them is to lift them up in prayer. When we do so, God's love for them-and for us-is unleashed. We are able to replace our concern with a love that comes from the heart of God. Our Father moves mountains of worry and discouragement, leaving new refreshment and delight in its place. This book is designed for parents who want to pray for their adult sons and daughters with the kind of power that makes a real difference in matters of the heart. This book: Gives parents hope, encouragement, and a renewed commitment to pray and to relate lovingly to their adult sons and daughters.Addresses the desire to be a better parent and shows how parents can best pray for specific needs.Provides questions for reflection and sharing at the end of each chapter as well as instructions for a particular prayer skill that will help readers grow as a loving parent.
Fire of Christ's Love
Meditations on the Cross
AvFather Raniero Cantalamessa OFM Cap
E-bok
Engelska, 2012
112 kr
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Why should we meditate on the cross? Because through the cross of Christ, we can begin to comprehend God's all-consuming love for us. The short reflections in this book are taken from homilies presented by renounced evangelist Fr. Raniero Cantalamessa on Good Friday in St. Peter's Basilica. Fr. Cantalamessa, who has been the preacher of the Papal Household since 1980, unfolds for us the mystery and the power of the cross. By willingly embracing the cross for our sake and then rising from the dead, Jesus has brought us salvation, healing, mercy, and the hope of eternal life. As Fr. Cantalamessa contemplates the intensity and reality of Christ's love for us, he also shows us how to respond wholeheartedly with that same fire in our hearts.
Let Us Become Friends of Jesus
Meditations on Prayer
AvPope Benedict XVI
E-bok
Engelska, 2013
131 kr
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The human heart longs to be united with God, and it is only in prayer-as we answer God's invitation to become friends of Jesus-that men and women can satisfy the deepest desires of their heart. These short meditations are taken from Pope Benedict XVI's audiences, homilies, addresses, and writings from the past seven years of his pontificate, including his most recent catechesis on prayer. Because he is steeped in personal prayer and the liturgical and traditional prayers of the Church, the Holy Father offers us sound and inspiring advice about the essence, art, and practice of prayer. His reflections also provide deep insights into God's love, Jesus' own prayer, how to pray the psalms meaningfully, and the richness of devotions to the Eucharist and Mary. This is a handbook on prayer that you'll want to read over and over again.
Winning the Battle Against Sin
Hope-Filled Lessons from the Bible
AvSJ Fr. Mitch Pacwa
E-bok
Engelska, 2013
128 kr
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What is sin, why did it happen, and how can we overcome it? Popular EWTN host and speaker Fr. Mitch Pacwa uses his extensive knowledge of the Scriptures to take us on a tour of the Bible to help us understand sin and why we need Jesus in our lives to defeat it. By examining important biblical passages, Fr. Pacwa provides us with hope that we can win the battle against sin by putting it to death on the cross and allowing the Holy Spirit to fill us and transform us. Fr. Pacwa provides guidelines for meditating on important passages in the Gospels to understand how Jesus dealt with sinners and to help us examine our consciences. He also shows readers how to use the psalms to pray for repentance and forgiveness. Fr. Pacwa concludes with some practical strategies for living a virtuous and victorious life in Christ.
More of the Holy Spirit
How to Keep the Fire Burning in Our Hearts
AvSGL Sr. Ann Shields
E-bok
Engelska, 2013
121 kr
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In the last forty years, many Catholics have experienced an outpouring of the Holy Spirit in their lives that resulted in a new passion for God and a zeal for spreading the gospel. In addition to a newfound love of prayer, Scripture, and the Eucharist, many have been blessed with the supernatural gifts of the Holy Spirit, such as tongues and healing. Yet as the years go by, many often experience a waning of the gifts of the Spirit as well as a lukewarmness creeping into their lives. What can we do so that fire for God, which may have been ignited many years ago, will continue to burn brightly in our hearts? In this book, Sr. Ann Shields offers us an inspirational message that will help us to persist in prayer and keep asking for more of the Holy Spirit in our lives each day. By taking a serious look at our hearts and repenting where we have strayed, and by staying close to God in Scripture and the Eucharist, we can reignite the fire that once burned within us.
Sharing the Faith That You Love
Four Simple Ways to Be Part of the New Evangelization
AvTherese Boucher,John Boucher
E-bok
Engelska, 2014
121 kr
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For most Catholics, the idea of becoming an evangelist is intimidating. "e;How could I ever bring anyone back to God or to the church?"e; we may wonder. "e;I'm not an expert or an evangelist, and I don't want to knock on doors!"e; In this book, John and Therese Boucher encourage Catholics to share their faith in four simple and practical ways: praying for those we know who far from God, showing them Christ-like care and compassion, initiating faith-sharing conversations, and inviting them to join us at Mass and parish events. Each chapter includes two "e;spiritual workouts"e; designed to deepen our own experience of the Lord, grow in zeal for sharing our faith, and learn the skills to become part of the New Evangelization. A separate chapter has ideas for fostering a missionary, evangelizing parish.
Prayers to the Holy Spirit
Power and Light for Your Life
AvBert Ghezzi
E-bok
Engelska, 2014
102 kr
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How can the Holy Spirit bring power and light to your life? This pocket-sized book features seventy-five reflections that will expand your knowledge of the Holy Spirit and encourage you to pray specifically-and expectantly-for the gifts he bestows. For each reflection, popular author and speaker Bert Ghezzi begins with a brief Scripture passage and then highlights one or more ways that the Spirit works in us, using examples from the Bible, Church Fathers, and the lives of the saints and contemporary Catholics. Then he prays a blessing for you to receive this gift and offers a "e;prayer starter"e; that leads you to ask the Holy Spirit for that grace.
Living in the Father's Embrace
Experiencing the Love at the Heart of the Trinity
AvGeorge Montague
E-bok
Engelska, 2014
111 kr
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Most of us have a personal relationship with Jesus, but how well do we know God the Father? Are we able to call him "e;Abba,"e; as Jesus did? Did we have a complicated relationship with our earthly father that keeps us distant from our Father? How do we look at the Father when we are dealing with grief and loss? Scripture scholar and popular author George Montague touches on these questions and more in twenty beautifully written reflections that provide rich insights into the love at the heart of the Trinity. Montague uses everyday examples to help us to envision what that awesome relationship is like between Father and Son and how they long, through the Holy Spirit, to bring each one of us into their communion of love. This is a book you will want to read again and again.
Quick Reference Guide to the Catholic Bible
AvMary Ann Getty-Sullivan
E-bok
Engelska, 2014
142 kr
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How many times have you wanted some context and background about a book of the Bible but didn't have the time to wade through a long commentary? The Quick Reference Guide to the Catholic Bible is a concise guide that is meant to orient you as you read the various books of the Bible-something you can keep by your side and glance at quickly before going back to your prayer.

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Ordinary Christians, Extraordinary Signs

Divine Renovation Beyond the Parish

saints Who Transformed Their World

Spirituality of Mother Teresa

Best is Yet to Come

Overcommitted

Called to Christian Joy and Maturity

Strategic Grandparent

God Dwells in Me

Patron Saints Handbook

Refresh Me, Lord!

Gospel Way of Mary

Emotions God Gave you

Turning to God in Tough Times

Everything is Grace

Praying Our Experiences

Lord, I Hurt!

Prayer, Fasting, Almsgiving

Seeking the Beloved

Facing Adversity with Grace

Walking the Little Way of Therese of Lisieux

Praying for Our Adult Sons and Daughters

Fire of Christ's Love

Let Us Become Friends of Jesus

Winning the Battle Against Sin

More of the Holy Spirit

Sharing the Faith That You Love

Prayers to the Holy Spirit

Living in the Father's Embrace

Quick Reference Guide to the Catholic Bible

The Word Among Us Press – förlag

Ordinary Christians, Extraordinary Signs

Divine Renovation Beyond the Parish

saints Who Transformed Their World

Spirituality of Mother Teresa

Best is Yet to Come

Overcommitted

Called to Christian Joy and Maturity

Strategic Grandparent

God Dwells in Me

Patron Saints Handbook

Refresh Me, Lord!

Gospel Way of Mary

Emotions God Gave you

Turning to God in Tough Times

Everything is Grace

Praying Our Experiences

Lord, I Hurt!

Prayer, Fasting, Almsgiving

Seeking the Beloved

Facing Adversity with Grace

Walking the Little Way of Therese of Lisieux

Praying for Our Adult Sons and Daughters

Fire of Christ's Love

Let Us Become Friends of Jesus

Winning the Battle Against Sin

More of the Holy Spirit

Sharing the Faith That You Love

Prayers to the Holy Spirit

Living in the Father's Embrace

Quick Reference Guide to the Catholic Bible