November 2010
New Books
The Rediscovery Of The True Face of Jesus
Best-selling journalist, historian & author Paul Badde embarks on an exciting quest to discover the truth behind the Holy Face of Manoppello, a relic recently rediscovered & rumored to be the "veil of Veronica".
Illustrated with 16 pages of color photos.
Weaving his fast-paced narrative with actual quotes from the works of the Inklings, David Downing offers a vivid portrait of Oxford & draws a welcome glimpse into the personalities & ideas of Lewis & Tolkien, while never losing sight of his action-packed adventure story & its two very appealing main characters.
The Leper Priest-A Saint for Our TimesFr Damien, famous for his missionary work with exiled lepers on the Hawaiian island of Molokai, is finally St Damien. His sanctity took 120 years to become officially recognized, but between his death in 1889 & his canonization in 2009, Fr Damien never faded from the world's memory.
Meditations on the Art of WaitingThese Advent reflections focus our attention on the coming of Jesus into our lives. Though written for Advent, the wisdom of Mother Mary Francis collected by her sisters is profitable at any time because a Christian life is one of constant growth into the very likeness of God.
This volume contains Athanasius' famous The Life of St. Anthony, St. Jerome's The Life of Paul the Hermit, & the collected sayings of many of the desert fathers & mothers. Encouraging humility, patience, prayer, introspection, & love, they teach that contemplative practice opens the door to eternal wisdom for daily life.
Discovering the Catholic Tradition of Spiritual FriendshipAddressing a growing modern hunger for deep soul friendships, Mary DeTurris Poust looks honestly but hopefully at today's culture, where people feel increasingly isolated despite the advent of myriad gadgets designed to keep them "connected."
A Blessing for Your BirthdayThis delightful blessing is the perfect birthday gift for cherished friends & family members. Its 12 expressive verses, each accompanied by an evocative image, call to mind the many ways that God's sustaining and supportive care is present each day.
Living Mindfully Through the Hours of the DayUsing scripture, poetry, reflections, personal stories, & quotes from a rich array of spiritual teachers for many religions, Wiederkehr helps readers become more attuned to living in the present moment & develop a kindred spirit with the rich tradition of the sacred hours.
A Catholic Theologian's NotebookThis window into the mind & heart of an exceptional theologian reveals insightful, spirited, & often wickedly funny commentary on the messy, comic, tragic, & ultimately beautiful realities of the diverse landscape of contemporary Catholicism.
Thomas Merton (1915-1968) was one of the most influential spiritual writers of modern times. A Trappist monk, peace & civil rights activist, & widely-praised literary figure, Merton was renowned for his pioneering work in contemplative spirituality, his quest to understand Eastern thought &; integrate it with Western spirituality, & his firm belief in Christian activism.
In this book, Robert Abel will show you how to fulfill your calling in Christ through a simple 3-part process. By surrendering your life into the Lord's service, listening to the softly spoken voice of the Holy Spirit & proceeding forth in obedience, you will have the opportunity to embark on the adventure of a lifetime—advancing God's kingdom here on earth.
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