Friday, September 28, 2012

September New Releases




It Draws Me: The Art of Contemplation

Mary M. McDonald, PhD, invites you to engage art with a contemplative lens. The contemplative examines artwork and experiences knowledge, wisdom and insight.


Women of the Old Testament

Pía Septién tells us 11 stories about women of the Old Testament & presents them as material for personal spiritual reflection. Every chapter offers the biblical story narrated in prose, quotes from the Catechism & reflection questions.



Women of the New Testament

The stories of 11 women who encountered the living God are offered here in prose, with reflections on the virtues & lessons they teach us, notes from the Catechism, questions, & prayers.



Tuning in to God’s Call

Through a series of practical reflections, this book introduces you to 5 stages of the discernment process. If you are wondering what God has in store for you, then this is just the book to help you pray & actively move through your discernment process.


On A Bench of Wood

To understand our role in God's plan, we must deepen our relationship with him. The prayers & reflections in On a Bench of Wood will strengthen your awareness of God's grace & help you understand that no matter how much you want him, he wants you even more. 




Would You DateYou?

This book asks a pointed question & then goes on to provide honest answers. Anthony Buono challenges his readers to look closely at themselves to discover areas that might be preventing them from having successful relationships.



Marriage: Small Steps, Big Rewards
Turn here for straightforward advice from Dr. Ray Guarendi that requires no grand alterations in lifestyle, no fancy communication strategies, & no psycho-babble. Each chapter includes one simple step to a better marriage & resistance rationales.



Seven Glorious Days: A Scientist Retells the Genesis Creation Story

Using biblical imagery & vivid metaphors, leading science-&-religion scholar Giberson recasts the Genesis creation story within the framework of the latest ideas from modern science.




Directory of Devotional Prayer

For the 1st time in over 60 years, the Congregation of Holy Cross has produced a new prayer book designed to serve the spiritual needs of Catholics.


The Autobiography of a Hunted Priest

This autobiography of a Jesuit priest in Elizabethan England is a most remarkable document & John Gerard, its author, a most remarkable priest in a time when to be a Catholic in England courted imprisonment & torture.


Praying with Saint Luke’s Gospel

Delve deeply into Luke's Gospel, which is read during the liturgical year 2012-2013. A clear-cut & effective way to meditate daily on Saint Luke's Gospel.


 
Advent & Christmas Wisdom from St. Vincent de Paul

St. Vincent de Paul was very faithful to meditation, which sets a good example for us in our busy world. This book endeavors to present his thoughts in a way that can help us to spend some quiet time meditating.

New CDs


The Chants of Mary

Gloriae Dei Cantores Men's Schola sings Gregorian chants of love and devotion from the Feasts of the Blessed Virgin Mary.


Christmas in Brass

Gabriel V Brass presents the perfect musical accompaniment to your Christmas celebrations this year! Herald the season with this brilliant new collection of fanfares & carols for brass.