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What saint's life was written by Mark Twain? What well-known statue has 70 changes of clothes? Which cathedral was the world's talles building in 1880? Who famously died a Papist in 1610? The compiler Leo Madigan, has written on aspects of the Fatima apparitions as well as adventure books with a Catholic flavour for older children. Before settling in Portugal he was a seaman on British ships. Later he took a degree from London University and went on to teach in Turkish and English schools...

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...

The contemplation of the "mystics" is not reserved to those who live in convents, monasteries and hermitages. It is for everyone everywhere, in the midst of the turmoil of daily life. In this work, he shows us how -- without a lot of methods and techniques -- we can enter into this deeper form of prayer and thus "pray always."..

This SERIES OF REFLECTIONS on the Gospel passages used in the Sunday and Daily Masses of the liturgical year is an attempt to join the studying and the praying of the Scriptures into the kind of biblical spirituality which has become the foundation of the Church’s proclamation and preaching of the good news during the 33 to 34 week of Ordinary Time...

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This book aims to trace the development of doctrine concerning the commandments of God in two Covenants. This development begins with the Ten Commandments as found in Exodus and Deuteronomy, and continues through the Old Testament prophets, and then throught the Gospels and other writings of the New Testament. The development is traced separately for each commandment...

Maybe you have a close friend or relative who's Catholic and you'd like to know what makes them tick. It may be a church affair, a wedding, a funeral, a baptism, a celebration of the Mass that has you wondering. If you were ever curious about who converts to Catholicism and why, you will find much information to ponder here...

In a time when the very idea of the Christian family is being lost, the role of the father has been devalued to the point of seeming optional. This booklet looks at this most delicate but formative of relationships, exploring it historically, and in the scriptures, but also giving present-day examples and practical advise on how a father can lead his children and his family to fulfilment,happiness and faith...

HOW TO BECOME THE MAN GOD WANTS YOU TO BE Young men deserve straight answers to tough questions about women, dating, sexuality, and authentic masculinity, including… -What do girls want? -How far is too far? -What’s wrong with just thinking about it? -What if its just a swimsuit magazine? -If she’s willing to do it, why is it wrong? -What about safe sex? -Shouldn’t I be free to do whatever I want? -How do I stay pure? Pure Manhood answers these questions and more, while offering practical strategies to help young men to grow in the virtue of chastity. ..

A 7-day Guidebook for the Life in The Spirit Seminars. ..

No matter what the circumstances, death shakes us to the core. It seems so wrong-and it is! We long for comfort, but we don't know where to look. Can god really help when we overwhelmed with grief?..

Parenting Resources If you are a single parent, you already know you have one of the hardest jobs in the world. Trying to be both da and mom-breadwinner, cook, chauffeur, comforter, dishwasher, homework helper, disciplinarian, nurse, and role model-can wear down the hardiest man or woman. But do you know that God, in the Bible, offers words of grace, power, and hope especially for you? Robert D. Jones addresses the many different issues that single parents struggle – guilt, bad memories, anger, bitterness, resentment, loss, grief, and fear. Then he shares biblical truths and practical parenting strategies that will give you hope and direction for each day. ..

Whatever the needs in your life, whatever frustrates you, help is as close as your next heartbeat. God is waiting to release miracle power in you and through you. The thoughts and prayers in this simple handbook are practical tools to open you to God's plan of action. Bless you on your journey, Miracle Man!..

"Explains how the mysteries of the rosary (Joyful, Luminous, Sorrowful, Glorious) are prayed; includes basic prayers and suggested meditations from the Bible"--Provided by publisher...

These are original prayers that enable full participation by all members of liturgy teams as they prepare for the Sunday liturgy. They are designed for the "final moment of preparation, for prayer as a team. Spontaneous prayer does not come easily to everyone, or on every occasion, so these prayers will help. While some suit a particular season, most can be used at any time. Choose one at random, and be surprised how often your choice could not be more appropriate". James Lyons. Fr Don Morrison's illustrations give a very human touch that links us with the Divine. 30pp...