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Hermit, Zen Christian, spiritual globetrotter: in time for his 90th birthday in July of 2016, "Brother David" tells his incomparably rich life story. Beginning with his childhood in Vienna, he describes his time in World War II and his years as a student after the war, his family's emigration to the US and his entry into the then newly founded Benedictine monastery in the state of New York. There, he soon began looking for what were then still untrodden spiritual paths with undiscovered entryways to non-Christian religions. He became particularly involved in the dialogue between Christianity and Buddhism, founding the "Center for Spiritual Studies" in 1968, together with Rabbis, Buddhists, Hindus and Muslims. His work encouraging dialogue between religions earned him the 1975 Martin Buber Award. Still traveling on occasion to teach or write, Brother David is now living in a Benedictine monastery in Europe. Mysticism is his mission--but not a mysticism devoid of connection to the world. His is a mysticism of the everyday, of life immediate in the now, of experiencing fully. He is convinced that God's spirit speaks in and to us all. Unparalleled: unique biography of one of the most significant spiritual teachers and global guest speakers, +

Designed for spiritual reading or retreats, these brief meditations on the Christian lifeΓÇöholiness, silence, spirituality, the mystery of evil, the Beatitudes, the Paschal Mystery, reconciliation, holy families and the diversity of family life today, and the true selfΓÇöamong others, are inspired by the Spiritual Exercises of Saint Ignatius and Pope Francis. Based on PaulΓÇÖs conviction that life ΓÇ£in ChristΓÇ¥ means to be in his body, the Church, thus a life nourished by the word of God, celebrated in Eucharist, and expressed in service to others, the books moves from God, to Jesus, the Church, and practical reflections on living the gospel. Other topics include beauty as a way to God, the mystery of evil, gospel portraits of those who encountered Jesus, Father Greg Boyle and ΓÇ£the slow work of God,ΓÇ¥ Thomas Merton, the Church and the Jews, and Pope FrancisΓÇÖs encyclical Laudato SiΓÇÖ on care for our threatened Sister, Mother Earth. Always it seeks to address these topics in the context of contemporary culture, with all its challenges. The short chapters include biblical reflections, historical background, and personal stories; they are intended to inspire as well as inform.ΓÇá

Everything Ablaze begins with an introduction to Teilhard's work. It then explores mystical themes in his perspectives on science and religion. Each chapter combines relevant quotations from Teilhard and contemplations on them. The goal of mystical transformation is nothing less than a new life in Christ. Teilhard shows us the path to that possibility. His mysticism is earth-conscious. His words help open us to the mysterious forces in the universe that reveal God's face. The meditative responses to the quotations include practices that bring Teilhard's ideas into daily life and will be welcomed by a general lay audience. +

Fourteen scriptural events from the Advent and Christmas story are depicted in lush paintings and accompanied by uplifting text that is fresh and contemporary but with a timeless feel of a classic. Ideal for private, family, or group use with children ages 7-12, this new Christmas custom includes a Scripture passage, a brief meditation, a lesson, and a prayer for each station.

Documents the enormous preparatory work and the various stages of designing the monumental art of Chagall's stained glass windows in the U.S. and abroad. +

In one series, the original writings of the universally acknowledged teachers of the Catholic, Protestant, Eastern Orthodox, Jewish, and Islamic traditions have been critically selected, translated and introduced by internationally recognized scholars and spiritual leaders.

Drawing on the expertise of eight distinguished theologians, this collection of essays offers a unique insight into the many facets of the character of the deacon. The essays are divided into four areas: the diaconate and Scripture, tradition, prayer, and action.

What Does It All Mean? builds on the wisdom, accessibility, and insight of popular author Richard Leonard's previous writings in this down-to-earth exploration of a life of faith, narrated through stories and human experience. +

In this massive volume, patristics scholar Thomas P. Scheck offers a worthy sequel to his magisterial St. Jerome's Commentary on Isaiah (ACW 68) with the first translation into a modern language of St. Jerome's Commentary on Ezekiel, his second longest Old Testament commentary. With these two volumes together, Paulist Press now offers Jerome's two longest commentaries, which are also considered his greatest works. With current interest in the Old Testament prophets, especially the major prophets Isaiah and Ezekiel, at a high level, the Ancient Christian Writers series makes available a new, significant title to the works of Jerome in the English language. +

The so-called "Fátima prayer"--O my Jesus, forgive us our sins, save us from the fires of hell, and lead all souls to heaven, especially those in most need of thy mercy, amen--due primarily to its widespread use as a rosary decade prayer, surely ranks among the Church's most popular prayers. Despite its brevity, it is a prayer of remarkable theological depth--not to mention, daring. In the space of just twenty-nine words, it broaches some of the great themes of Christianity: sin, forgiveness, mercy, heaven, hell. It also touches on two hot topics within contemporary Catholic discussion--having a personal relationship with "my Jesus, ' and the permissibility of hoping that "all souls" may ultimately be saved. O My Jesus is a concise work of both popular theology and spiritual writing not unlike the kinds of interpretive commentaries on key prayers produced by Christian theologians since at least the third century. +

Celebrates the unique quality and gift of each day through small rituals. +

Lou Savary and Patricia Byrne have provided a valuable contribution in this book by clearly explaining Teilhard's doctrine of love on every level of life, from God to friendship, marriage, parenting, and human community. Their book is less a scholarly exposition on a Teilhardian doctrine of love than a masterful illumination of love as the core energy of evolving life. Each chapter clearly explains Teilhard's insights and then provides practical ways of incorporating these ideas into daily life. +

Offers a personal narrative, a reflection on the spiritual history of two gifted people, St. Teresa and St. John of the Cross; and yet it speaks clearly out of the Carmelite tradition, and in the language of today. +

In exploring the Divine Feminine imaged in Mary, When Mary Becomes Cosmic opens us to another way to honor her--not unlike the mystics, who have traveled along this way to the depths--and helps us to explore the richness that lies in what Jung referred to as the Catholic Church's treasury of image and metaphor. The archetypal images found in the ancient and treasured "Litany of Loreto" form the framework for this book, and enriched with quotes from a variety of spiritual writers, Richo guides us through reflections on: "Who is Mary?" and "What is the Divine Feminine?" Finally, in the appendix, "A Retreat with Mary," the author encourages prayer with suggestions for various ways of praying with music, art, movement, silence, etc., as well as "being" with the image of Mary. +

While God's Unconditional Love focuses on the Christian approach to the healing and transformation of shame, it is a book that will appeal to everyone who experiences shame. The book attempts to reinforce the new Christian narrative that asserts without qualification that God's love is merciful and seeks to soften our troubled hearts and to quiet the anxiety that drives our need to do everything just right. We need but open ourselves to hear God's voice reassuring us, "I love you, no matter what!" Using Scripture and the practice of imaginative contemplation, this book will help readers be open to a deepening knowledge of God's unconditional love. Highlights: - It integrates psychology and spirituality to present a holistic spirituality. - It offers useful spiritual exercises and points for reflection at the end of each chapter. - It is written by authors who have over thirty years of experience in the work of therapy and spiritual direction. - It is written by authors who have experienced life both as vowed religious and as a married couple. +

Using the most recent historical research, this book recounts the life of Dominic, founder in 1216 of the Order of Preachers, and brings him to life not in a hagiographical way, but as someone who has contemporary appeal. +

This one-volume survey of the history of the Catholic Church--from its beginning through the pontificate of John Paul II--explains the Church's progress by using Christopher Dawson's division of the Church's history into six distinct "ages," or 350-400 year periods of time.

A concise theological-spiritual commentary on each of the psalms.

How Not to Say Mass looks first at general principles for liturgy, for understanding symbols, and for being a presider. Examining the Mass, section by section, using the approach of via negativa--focusing on what NOT to do--the author reminds presiders of the many obvious, but sometimes unconscious, violations of rubrics and liturgical principles which can be detrimental to the celebration of good effective liturgy. +

Despite the fact that tremendous strides have been made to reduce human suffering and efforts to alleviate human anguish continue onward, we are still living in an unfinished, evolving world filled with pain, frustration, loss, grief, and adversity. Based on the spirituality of Teilhard de Chardin, this book addresses the question: How are those who suffer called to live with and understand their pain? This book shows how it is possible that those who suffer can, by transforming the tremendous potential energy hidden in their pain, become coworkers with God in bringing our world to more fullness of life, even as they suffer. With the new spirituality presented in Teilhard de Chardin--Seven Stages of Suffering, one realizes that the very principle and purpose of human life on Earth has shifted from a traditional focus on saving your soul and getting to heaven, to one of contributing one's whole life and efforts--including our suffering and pain--to God's grand evolutionary project +

A book on contemplation, Tears of an Innocent God invites the reader to explore the ways of the One who would have us perceive, listen, and love as Christ did, and still does: not by imitation, but through a gradual inner transformation.

Through the three areas of calling, formation and ordination, and ministry, The Heart of the Diaconate outlines what those who are considering the diaconate must possess if it is truly going to be an effective and vibrant ministry within the church. With a focus on availability to both prayer and ministry, the future of the diaconate must be mystical, youthful, and possessing one evangelical question, "Where has the gospel yet to reach, and how may I announce it in those places?" +

Provides the reader with the only available overview of Thomas Merton's photographs while also offering a highly accessible introduction to Merton as a photographer. Includes quotations from his writings to accompany some of the photographs, to aid readers in stopping, reflecting, and seeing.

Children are visual creatures, and more likely to want to read a book that is beautifully illustrated than one that is nondescript and bland. Here is a book that will appeal to delight their sense of color and design, while introducing them to the Bible.