Reflections

As the title suggests, this is an invitation. Joy's writing and Terry's photography become a conduit connecting the reader with the essence of the Gospel stories. "This book is a gift to us from someone who has spent much time contemplating the face of Christ as his disciple. It leads us to Jesus. His light and peace are present in these pages. Thank you again Joy, friend and companion of the Bridegroom, for decreasing so he may increase." Fr Carl Telford SM..

Since the earlier edition of the small volume was so well received, the basic content of this revised edition will remain the same. The new text is stylistically reworked and necessary corrections were made by Fr. Patrick Connor, SVD to whom I owe a special word of thanks. A number of new stories have been added or replaced, and the questions for reflection were partly reworded. Two new conferences were added: Conversion of St. Paul and Poverty: Option for the Poor. Special thanks goes to Sister Christel Daun, S.Sp.S. for her help in selecting the stories, and for her assistance in so many ways with the new edition. We had some difficulty in selecting a suitable title. Although the book was originally meant for religious and priests, surprisingly it reached many lay people as well who wanted to follow the Lord more dedicatedly. We, therefore, decided to leave the title as it was worded in the second printing of the first edition. ..

In this lovely book, George Montague invites us to welcome the Holy Spirit into our hearts in fresh, new ways. Both an eminent bible scholar and a humble pastor, Fr. Montague meditates here on the gift of the Holy Spirit in Scripture. He employs popularly presented biblical interpretation, warmly described personal experience, and the inspiring testimony of others to show us how God s gift of the Spirit is meant to powerfully transform our lives. Twenty-six short, readable chapters on biblical images, gifts, and works of the Spirit. A beautifully crafted prayer at the end of each chapter. Relevant for all, no matter where they are in their spiritual journey. Fr. George T. Montague, SM, is a Marianist priest known internationally for his numerous books on Scripture and spirituality. He is former president of the Catholic Biblical Association of America and editor of the Catholic Biblical Quarterly. A popular speaker, he has been involved in the Catholic Charismatic Renewal since 1970, ..

Home Tonight follows the path of Henri Nouwen’s spiritual homecoming. More than three years prior to writing his great classic, The return of the Prodigal Son, Nouwen suffered a personal breakdown followed by a time of healing solitude when he encountered Rembrandt’s famous painting.  Within his solitude he reflected on and identified with the parable’s characters and experienced profound and inspiring life lessons. This captivating book was created from never-before-published materials that formed the basis of the small workshop inspired by Nouwen’s intimate encounter with Rembrandt’s painting. Readers are led to welcome their unique Belovedness through practices of “spiritual listening,” journaling, and communing with God, thus connecting personally with the unique, unconditional love of the One who created them. Home Tonight is practical guide for the inner journey home...

Grace Community Prayer Forgiveness The spiritual journey is far more complex than being either hot or cold, passionate or dull, full of the Spirit or weighted down with the barnacles of tradition. Spirituality knows both the joy of ecstasy, and the pain of the dark night of the soul. From Reflection 7 A Thoughtful and Passionate Faith “While we may wish for an ever-present spiritual clarity and for an unquestioning certainty of faith, we are often called to walk a more difficult road. On this road it is often more a matter of being held in God’s hand than of holding God’s hand. Light has its shadows and grace has its pains. Joy is not without sorrow, and despair has the fragile veins of hope. This meditational reader seeks to reflect something of this kind of textured picture of the Christian journey, and hence these are the whispers from the edge of eternity.’’ Charles Ringma From the Introduction ..

This book contains a selection of meditations focussed on the garden of the Resurrection, where those who search fidn Christ. Designed for use at any time, it ensures that after Holy Week and Easter Sunday, the Lord's 'great deeds' are not forgotten. By stimulating spiritual growth through deeper prayer it encourages us to renew our joy in Him TODAY AND EVERYDAY...

War & Terror, Peace & Hope: Essays on Solidarity and Compassion By Fisher, Archbishop Anthony (Author) "While not shying away from the horrors of war and terror, Archbishop Fisher finds hope in the goodwill at the heart of humanity and calls for respectful dialogue, honest ecumenism and just legal frameworks." more information NEW RELEASE ..

peace of heart is not only a blessing but also a necessary condition for the growth of our spiritual lives. How do we not only find peace but then keep it? Step by step, in a period of nine days, Fr. Jacques Philippe describes how to welcome this inner peace in all areas of our existence. he shows us how to rest in the deep resonance of God's holy peace amidst the highs and lows, ease and struggles of everyday life. Allow your heart to be guided by Fr. Jacques toward a more peaceful existence that penetrates every area of your life and calls you to a deeper relationship with the Lord. ( THIS IS THE SECOND OF Fr. JACQUES' BOOKS IN THE "NINE DAYS TO" SERIES)..

In a series of essays linked by his examination into key areas of spiritual growth, Fr. Jacques Philippe develops themes relating to prayer, freedom, the Holy Eucharist, and man’s constant struggle for contentment amid the stresses of everyday life. ... ..

Therese of Lisieux to show how trust in God's mercy leads to extraordinary supernatural effects in one's life and in the lives of those one touches. In Real Mercy Father Jacques Philippe turns his focus on mercy in this book that developed from talks given on the first three days of the Year of Mercy beginning Dec...

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MANY PEOPLE TODAY are thirsty for God and feel a desire for a personal prayer life that is deep and ongoing. But they encounter obstacles that prevent them from following the path seriously and with perseverance. Time for God was written with these desires and difficulties in mind. Author Jacques Philippe focuses on mental prayer: prayer that consists of facing God in solitude and silence in order to enter into intimate, loving communion with him. Practicing this kind of prayer regularly is considered by all spiritual masters to be an indispensable path that gives access to genuine Christian life - a path to knowing and loving God that empowers us to respond to his call to holiness addressed to each individual. Philippe draws on years of experience as a spiritual guide to illuminate the fundamental principles of mental prayer and describes some common mistakes and misconceptions that can lead it astray. With simplicity and clarity, he explains the foundational principles for a health..

Are you seeking to live more abundantly? If yes, the reflections in this book are for you. For more than a decade John O’Connor has offered regular written and audio reflections through the www.foodforfaith.org.nz website to encourage people who are seeking greater maturity of life through faith lived in the reality of the ups and downs of everyday twenty-first century life. In response to requests a selection of these reflections in now offered in these pages, presenting Christian faith as the ultimate adventure, a relationship with the divine which offers meaning and motivation to every person in every moment. There is no right or wrong way to use this book. You might take a journey from the first page to the last, perhaps stopping to ponder a phrase or a paragraph, or skim through the index turning to whichever title attracts you. The braided river cover image suggests that there are as many ways to experience God as there are people and experiences. Sometimes we feel as though we ..