Dating God

Dating God

From the publisher: How can we deepen our most important relationship? The experience of dating provides us with a helpful image to explore Christian spirituality with a fresh lens. Replete with emotional ups and downs, euphoric highs and depressing lows, energy, affection, and fear, our everyday experiences of getting to know another in an increasingly more intimate manner might help us to envision our relationship with God in a new and ever-deepening way. From … [Read more...]

Discover Christ

Discover Christ

From the publisher: Developing a Personal Relationship with Jesus What is the meaning of life? Why do I need a savior? Why is the Resurrection important? What does it mean to believe and belong? Why does Jesus matter? Many people live unhappy lives because they have no sense of purpose. And Catholics who could reveal life's meaning to them need a book to put in their hands. Discover Christ meets both of these significant needs. When asked about the … [Read more...]

The Catholic Girl’s Survival Guide for the Single Years

The Catholic Girl's Survival Guide

From the publisher:  Three parts sexual license, two parts corporate ladder, with a dash of Monolo Blahnik. If a woman's single years were a cocktail, that would be the culture's preferred recipe. Alternatively there's two parts husband-hunting novena, one part weeping and gnashing of teeth, with a generous splash of "Offer It Up," which makes for a more satisfying albeit equally unsatisfying brew. Then, there's this book. Equal parts fun and faithful, "The … [Read more...]

Lent and Easter Wisdom from St. Alphonsus Liguori

Lent and Easter

From the publisher Saint Alphonsus Liguori, founder of the Congregation of the Most Holy Redeemer, was a musician, painter, and one of the most prolific writers of his time. He was a humble man who deeply loved Jesus and is recognized as a Doctor  of the Church, the patron saint of confessors, moral theologians, and those suffering from arthritis. This addition to Liguori's popular series of seasonal meditation books provides Scripture readings for the seasons of … [Read more...]

The Sacred Heart for Lent: Daily Meditations

Sacred Heart for Lent

From the publisher Lent calls us to self-examination and mindfulness. Drawing on the mystery of the Sacred Heart of Jesus, Fr. Williams begins each day of the season with a passage from Scripture. His insightful reflection leads to a succinct, powerful prayer. Use this elegant collection of daily meditations to explore how serious Lenten observance and warm devotion to the Sacred Heart complement and inform each other. "The Sacred Heart for Lent: Daily Meditations" … [Read more...]

Welcome Risen Jesus: Lenten and Easter Reflections for Families

Welcome Risen Jesus

From the publisher "Welcome Risen Jesus" offers daily reflections and thoughts that encourage families to THINK, PRAY, ACT based on words from Scripture. These exercises are designed to engage your household during the Lenten season by tying Scripture and reflection to your daily life. With each passing Sunday, your family's faith will grow stronger, and the true meaning of this season will be discovered. Sarah Reinhard is a Catholic wife, mother, and writer living … [Read more...]

Lent with Pope Benedict XVI: Meditations for Every Day

Lent with Pope Benedict XVI

From the publisher Accompany the Holy Father through the forty days of Lent and the octave of Easter with short daily reflections that will enrich your prayer and draw you closer to Jesus. These reflections, taken from the homilies, Angelus addresses, and encyclicals of Pope Benedict, will help readers delve into God’s word and be nourished by it. Each meditation is short enough to be read in a few minutes but can also be used as the basis for a longer time of … [Read more...]

Rediscover Lent

Rediscover Lent

From the publisher From the author of the bestselling book "Rediscover Catholicism" comes an inspiring new way to rediscover Lent. With this new book you can: Read a passage from Scripture for each day Reflect on the beauty and importance of Catholic faith and practice Meditate on thought-provoking questions Find a unique and inspiring prayer for each day of Lent These timely and inspirational words will help renew your enthusiasm for being Catholic, … [Read more...]