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Robert J. Wicks, noted psychologist and best-selling author of Riding the Dragon and Everyday Simplicity, offers with an insightful guide on how the wisdom of the ancient desert monks can help contemporary readers grow in personal freedom and authenticity. Exploring the early Christian monastic movement of the Desert Fathers and Mothers through a psychological lens, Dr. Wicks uses their wisdom to guide readers towards humility and freedom. In the same way the desert sages never gave answers, but always asked questions, Crossing the Desert presents readers with the Four Desert Questions that will lead them to take Three Steps to Inner Freedom |
Joyce Rupp reflects on her personal awakening to the feminine wisdom of Sophia, sometimes referred to as the feminine image of God. Rupp treats the topic gently, encouraging readers to explore Sophia's quiet guidance and come away refreshed. With meditative essays, verse, and mandalas by Judith Veeder. Accompanying suggestions for spiritual exercises and journaling make this book ideal for personal use and as a group resource. |
| Joy Mead imagines the women mentioned in the Bible as central to their own stories, rather than appearing briefly on the margins of a narrative which reflects a world perceived and led by men. Her meditations on these women express her belief that their stories are not just about 'women's issues' but are relevant to both men and women. They explore an incarnational theology, earthen in creation and the possibility of transformation, and a perspective on society centred on mutuality and relationship. This is not a book of certainties and answers but of explorations and questions. It is about looking into the puzzling heart of all things and being enriched by the experience. |
| This richly illustrated storybook reassures us and our little ones that angels do watch close by. Based on biblical stories and traditions, it tells how angels have been protecting humanity and revealing God's love from the beginning of time. Poetic descriptions and evocative questions excite a child's imagination while vibrant illustrations make this book a treasured keepsake that both children and adults will enjoy. Ages 4 and up. |
| A wise old woman sits under a shady tree, with neighborhood children gathered around, and tells her life stories. In this book that woman is Mary, the mother of Jesus. Based on stories in the Gospels, these timeless tales of Mary and Jesus are retold in a simple, delightful style for today's children. Ages 4 and up. |
| This fresh retelling of Psalm 23 will delight both children and adults. With bright, vibrant illustrations, Rob Lewis introduces children to this meaningful psalm. This book is an ideal way to introduce children to the wisdom of the Bible. Ages 4 and up. |
For better or worse, work is a fact of life for most of us. Here William Droel hopes to help us see our work as more than a job or a salary. He looks to the writings of Pope John Paul II for guidance and inspiration and finds it abundantly. John Paul II was a worker even from his young adult years and throughout his life he gave considerable thought to the meaning of work from a Christian perspective. His philosophy of work builds on the innate longings, aspirations, and virtues of the clerk at the counter, the typist at the computer, the producer in the control room, the nurse on the floor, and the executive in the meeting room. Drawing on excerpts from the Pope s talks, statements, and poems and on his complete encyclical On Human Work (Laborem Exercens), Droel offers commentary and questions for reflection and discussion throughout and invites us to look at our work as a contribution to the world, a source of personal satisfaction, and above all as a vocation. |
DVD-After making five films in three years, Gerry Straub pauses in Poverty and Prayer to reflect on the impact of filming in India, Kenya, Brazil, Jamaica, Mexico, El Salvador and the Philippines. Seeing the suffering caused by extreme poverty pushed him deeper into prayer, which in turn taught him to be more dependent upon God for everything. While Poverty and Prayer contains some new footage, the film features the most powerful scenes from the five films produced and distributed by The San Damiano Foundation |
Mixing old-time spirituals and newly written original songs, this collection invites the body to join the heart in praise and worship. |
He was known as the saint-making Pope, and he reinvigorated the world's devotion to saints. John Paul II, himself a candidate for sainthood, left a treasury of ideals and hope for the future in these "examples of courage and coherence." He offered us these real lives lived in extraordinary ways as ones to identify with, aspire to, and ask for intercession. Organized from A to Z, many of the listings in this accurate, easy-to-use treasury include the Holy Father's actual words from the canonization ceremonies. |
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| Just one look at the titles and you'll agree this recording is truly worthy of its "Classic" title. Favorite spirituals and gospel songs come to life on this seventh volume in the GIA Catholic Classics series. Masterfully combining timeless African American sacred songs with the powerful solo voice of Val-Limar Jansen, backed up by the incomparable Roberts Revival, your collection won't be complete without this inspirational recording! |
| One of the best ways to reach today's youth is through music. This CD imparts much-needed life lessons via music. This flows from the book of the same title (which is also in our library). Frequently by way of something simple, you can break down the most complex situations. The book's simple narrative is underscored by the music's simplicity. The story is all about hope, freedom & understanding. Embodying the steps that Alex takes toward a beautiful life, the mix of original songs and interludes includes pivotal story moments. |
| It is with great joy that I announce that Kathy Wilt will join the office on Tuesday, July 1st as the new Administrative Assistant/Media Consultant for the New Albany Deanery Catechetical Ministry Office! |
| Bishops Launch Pauline Year Website The Year of St. Paul, began Sunday, June 28. The Secretariat of Divine Worship of the United States Conference of Catholic Bishops (USCCB) has launched a website dedicated to the Pauline year honoring the 2000th anniversary of the birth of St. Paul. The site is designed to provide resources and related materials to those interested in participating in and learning more about the year-long celebration. A Spanish language version of the site should be ready over the next couple of weeks. The website contains links to dates and events for liturgical observances that will mark celebrations throughout the year. Several links connect directly to the Vatican website to provide access to documents, for example, which explain related plenary indulgences granted by Pope Benedict XVI and homilies he has delivered in anticipation of the Year of St. Paul; others explain guidelines for Votive Masses and provide readings and prayers for participants’ use in Holy Hour observances honoring St. Paul. The Secretariat’s Pauline Year website resources are available at http://www.usccb.org/liturgy. |