In The Twelve Steps and the Sacraments, Weeman candidly tackles the struggle he and other addicts have with getting to know intimately the unnamed Higher Power of recovery. Reconciliation affirms and strengthens the  hard work of examining your life, admitting wrongs, and making amends.. The Eucharist provides ongoing sustenance and draws you to the healing power of Christ.

A Deacon Prays - Prayers and Devotions for Liturgy and Life In A Deacon Prays, Kandra has written prayers to greatly strengthen a deacon's spiritual life and richly enhance his ministry.

He will help you do so as well..

Learn about the many ways the mother of humanity has left her mark on the great events of time Author Mike Aquilina provides a fresh, fascinating, and classical view of history to today's readers. In this journey through two thousand years of Mary's active participation in world events, each chapter of  History's Queen  highlights a Marian intervention that is emblematic of a particular era, and opens our eyes to the ways in which Mary provides a vital key for understanding both our past and our future.

St.Born out of Tighe's podcast of the same name, St.   Wonderful resource on mental health and illnesses Summaries, practical advice and strategies Faith based information and instruction Incredible resource for Catholics struggling with mental health issues and those who love Author: Tommy Tighe 224 pages Softcover It offers concrete explanations of a wide scope of mental health concerns and symptoms related to depression, anxiety, trauma, relationships, and grief, as well as the common emotions and situations that allow them to grow—including fear, social anxiety, isolation, loss, and unhealthy relationships. Are you or someone you love struggling with depression, anxiety, grief, or other mental health concerns? Dymphna's Playbook combines a therapeutic approach with the deep wells of Catholic faith and spiritual practice, exploring paths toward hope, healing, and wellness.

Traditional Latin prayers such as the Ave Maria, Sancte Michael, and Tantum Ergo are presented side-by-side with their literal English translations in this extraordinary collection. It can be used as a prayer book for individuals, classrooms, families, and small groups.Oremus  includes an introduction, ecclesiastical Latin pronunciation guide, index, and accent markings throughout the text.

.  Bless Us, O Lord  will help you with fresh ideas and tools for living the liturgy in your home and nourishing the souls of your children with stories of the saints, including prayers for days of the week; Advent, Christmas, Lent, Holy Week, and Easter; saints' feast days and holy days; national and cultural holidays; and special family celebrations to mark birthdays, anniversaries, and special achievements.Hamma Format: Paperback Pages: 224 He provides the perfect words for every occasion—from observing saint feast days and liturgical seasons to celebrating a child's birthday and remembering the life of a loved one. Bless Us, O Lord belongs on the shelf of every Catholic family that wants to pray together daily.

Addresses the unnecessary conflict between faith and science Answers our questions about the origin of the universe Explores the meaning of creation Great for those in the sciences, and also curious Catholics Author: Christopher T. Baglow helps to neutralize the unnecessary conflict between faith and science that often runs rampant among people of faith. Creation: A Catholic's Guide to God and the Universe Or is creation an eternal flowing forth from God that even now causes all things to exist? He provides an excellent guide for curious Catholics, and an expert resource for teachers in Catholic schools, parish leaders, campus ministers, and RCIA teams, helping those exploring foundational questions of faith dive into the meaning of creation and what it tells us about who God is, who we are, and how we are to live. Baglow  160 Pages  Softcover S.

Weaving her own story with resources, prayers, and practical actions that can help gay people trust that God loves them, Tushnet renews our understandings of kinship, friendship, celibacy and unmarried life, ordered love, personal integrity, solidarity with the marginalized, obedience, surrender, sanctification, and hope.

Garrido offers eight practices, rooted in Catholic tradition and teaching, that will help you avoid doing harm, and instead equip you to be a force for good through your social media presence and activities: clarify your purpose know your sources understand bias value the person lead with curiosity talk about intent and impact privilege face-to-face encounter manage your energy The book includes simple exercises to help you assess your social media behaviors and integrate Garrido's suggestions into your online communications as well as the opportunity to join a community of concerned Christians striving to live these habits. Do you behave on social media as the Christian you want to be? In #Rules_of_Engagement, Ann M. Garrido Pages: 128 Format: Paperback. Are you dismayed at the often divisive and cruel exchanges you read online? #Rules of Engagement: 8 Christian Habits for Being Good and Doing Good Online Popes Benedict and Francis have called upon Christians across the globe to embrace the internet as a new “digital continent” and think of it as mission territory, a place where we can—with careful thought and discipline—accomplish enormous good.

Valerie along with daily meditations on a passage from scripture, reflection questions, guided prayer, and space for journaling and notetaking. Miriam James Heidland, SOLT, as she helps you turn away from what wounds you and toward God who heals you and makes you whole.

Bless My Child: A Catholic Mother's Prayer Book by Julie Cragon Every mother prays, even if only, "Lord, give me patience!" Just as children need our love at every age, so too they always need our prayers.

Dees shares stories of success and failure from his own teaching experience and he offers dozens of field-tested strategies, tactics, and teaching methods to effectively integrate the steps of lectio divina into the classroom or other catechetical setting.Measures: 5" x 7" Using this method, students and catechists come to know intimately the person of Christ at the same time that they are learning the tenets and traditions of the Church. Jared Dees, creator of the popular website The Religion Teacher , shows how applying the steps of lectio divina to teaching can reorient religious education toward encountering the person of Christ rather than merely sharing information about him. If the goal of catechesis is to cultivate an encounter with Christ, why do religious educators spend so much time focused almost exclusively on ideas and not experiences? Christ in the Classroom: Lesson Planning for the Heart and Mind by Jard Dees He offers teachers and catechists a practical framework for preparing lessons that broaden the focus of teaching from mostly intellectual learning to also encountering Christ in prayer, reflection, and action.

In  Real Men Pray the Rosary: A Practical Guide to a Powerful Prayer , a powerful story of a vital prayer movement that is igniting men's hearts, David N. Destined to become a new centerpiece of Catholic men's spirituality, this dynamic book and movement bring men together, deepening their devotion to Christ through Mary. Calvillo Real Men Pray the Rosary Author: David N.

, explores two Gospel stories of Jesus calming storms—and his disciples—to show you how to manage the big feelings of fear in your life. Jesus's peace is most powerful mid-storm.

This dynamic study will help you to create a spiritual life plan, identify areas of desolation and need, and better understand God's greater purposes in times of adversity and dryness.

Wearing John Paul II's “spousal lenses,” Christopher West, president of the Theology of the Body Institute, takes us on a tour of the Sunday readings throughout the liturgical year and opens their hidden meaning, allowing God's word to take flesh in our own lives. The Year B Readings (Gospel of Mark) are used beginning in Advent of 2020, 2023, 2026, 2029, 2032. He offers distinctive reflections each week that naturally and deeply connect with the human experience of living with body and soul in the world while also contemplating the nature of the glorified body in the eternal kingdom to come.

The Mysteries of the Rosary Coloring Book Stunning artwork to color Beautiful, unique style Perfect way to relax, contemplate, and experience peaceful rest  8..5 x 11 inches Experience spiritual calm with the first adult coloring book to focus on the rosary as you color and reflect on the traditional Catholic prayer. The artist specializes in hand-drawn ink illustrations on paper or vellum.

Deeply intimate and vulnerable about his own journey of healing, Catholic therapist Bob Schuchts connects with his readers by sharing the series of betrayals he endured in high school—his father's infidelity, his parents' divorce, and his older brother's drug addiction—and his subsequent seasons of struggle with God and faith.. This renowned program for spiritual restoration is steeped in scripture and the wisdom of the Catholic Church.

Keen insight on how to reach others  Evangelization as a "Ministry of One, but "for all" How to live out your calling to spread the Faith Wonderful resource for parishes, ministries and all laypersons Author: Everett Fritz 128 Pages Softcover. Whether you're someone who's actively involved in professional or volunteer ministry or an everyday Catholic who wants to share your faith,  One Disciple at a Time  reveals how you can live out your calling to spread the Gospel by focusing on forming disciples one at a time.Taking someone from disciple to sainthood requires assisting that person with the crosses that they bear, as well as witnessing to the reality of the cross in your own life.

Though her daughter's tragic death marked the end of Hubbard's world as she'd known it, she instinctively held on to her faith in God, realizing it was the only way she could bear the initial impact of her daughter's death and the subsequent waves of grief and loss as her marriage ended and she was forced to forge a new life. Each chapter in the book is dedicated to one step in Hubbard's journey toward wholeness and includes reflection questions to guide you to consider what God is teaching you as you make your own way toward God's kingdom of peace. She began to channel her grief into a work of peace by starting a foundation in her daughter's memory, by writing, and by helping her son recover after surviving the tragedy that took his sister's life. Jennifer Hubbard began to grapple with the question when her six-year-old daughter was killed in the Sandy Hook shooting Hubbard's courageous witness will uplift your faith & demonstrate h Author: Jennifer Hubbard Pages: 160 Format: Paperback.

The Infertility Companion for Catholics - Spiritual & Practical Support for Couples Authors Angelique Ruhi-López and Carmen Santamaría offer the support and wisdom gained in their own struggles with infertility. In an encouraging and non-judgmental tone, they address both husbands and wives and help them recognize the emotional impact of infertility on their relationship. Spiritual resources for couples Medical, emotional, and spiritual dimensions of infertility Explanation of Church teaching and resources Prayers, devotions, & the wisdom of the saints Suggestions for couples wh Authors: Carmen Santamaria, Angelique Ruhi-López Pages: 256 Format: Paperback.The Infertility Companion for Catholics  presents a variety of spiritual resources including prayers, devotions, and the wisdom of the saints and provides suggestions for further reading of reference materials, Catholic documents, and Catholic blogs about infertility.

Do you pray for your children, husband, family and friends, and sometimes even yourself? The Catholic Mom's Prayer Companion offers a new, daily resource to make the most of those few, precious minutes you have to pause and reflect. In their new book, authors Lisa M. Are you a Catholic mom who prays for the wisdom and patience to get through each day?. For more than fifteen years, the award-winning CatholicMom.

A brief reflection helps teens consider the day's topic through their faith..

And when you are searching for the right words,  Bless My Grandchild  is the prayer book you need..” Bless My Grandchild: A Catholic Prayer Book for Grandparents  Original & traditional prayers & devotions to place the joys & worries of grandchildren in God's hands Praying for your grandchildren every day is one o Author: Julie Cragon Pages: 192 Format: Paperback Whether your grandchildren live with you, just around the corner, or a thousand miles away, praying for them every day is one of the most important ways you can show your love and concern. Bless My Grandchild: A Catholic Prayer Book for Grandparents “Grandparents are the living memory of the family,” Pope Francis noted.

Awaken My Heart Prayer Journal It's perfect for a personal treasure or as a gift for a friend or family member. Are you feeling restless and out of balance?. 52-week devotional journal Beautifully written and artfully illustrated Hardcover with ribbon marker Wonderful gift for anyone who wants to grow in their prayer life Author: Emily Wilson Hussem 224 pages Hardcover This prayer journal can be used alone at your own pace or in conjunction with the  Awaken My Heart  fifty-two-week devotional.The  Awaken My Heart Prayer Journal  by bestselling author and popular YouTuber Emily Wilson Hussem is here to remind you that God is your refuge and the ultimate source of inner calm.

, Hendey eloquently links personal stories, scripture, prayer, and simple soul-strengthening exercises into this rich spiritual resource for Catholic women.

Their stories—and especially their brokenness—are relatable to us all. Pray for Us: 75 Saints Who Sinned, Suffered, and Struggled on Their Way to Holiness Inspiration for your own holiness Relatable and fascinating stories Perfect for those who enjoy biographies of the saints Their sufferings and struggles will inspire you in yours Author: Meg Hunter-Kilmer 288 pages Softcover St. Blessed Sara Salkahazi, a chain-smoking socialist and wild-child from an upper-class Hungarian family who exposed the plight of the working class and smuggled Jewish people to safety during World War II. You'll discover that anyone—even you—can become a saint if you trust in the Lord.

This book is perfect for individual or group study. Give Up Worry for Good!: 8 Weeks to Hopeful Living and Lasting Peace An 8 week resource you can use anytime of year to help you win the battle against worry  Experience the peace that only Jesus can provide Challenges you to walk in confidence with the Holy Spirit and to share what you've disco Author: Gary Zimak Pages: 224 Format: Paperback Look back with thanks and trust. Drawing deeply from scripture, Zimak challenges you to walk in confidence with the Holy Spirit and to share what you've discovered with others—even as you continue to work on your own to break that worry habit once and for all. will keep you focused and motivated as you seek victory over anxiety.

Holy Goals for Body and Soul: Eight Steps to Connect Sports with God and Faith  links lessons from the world of sports and fitness—especially the experiences of a Catholic bishop who plays ice hockey—with concrete ways to live a holy life.