Prayer is our conversation with God. It is also at the heart of Ignatian spirituality. Understanding the practice and process of prayer, its various forms and expressions, is fundamental for people of
A Jesuit Eduation Reader is a collection of the finest short essays on the mission, challenge, and state of Jesuit education. The thirty-five offerings are conveniently organized by theme and include
Jacob's story shows us how God's love prevails through the conflicts and failures of a troubled family. In Genesis 25–33: Jacob's Blessing, authors Kevin and Louise Perrotta guide readers through Ja
Delve into the exciting narrative that is the story of the Church's own history. This well-researched, educational, and invaluable reference is sure to inform members of the clergy, DREs, teachers and
Is the existence of God a reasonable premise? In this book, William O'Malley, SJ, examines this critical question and many other related questions with a rare combination of rigorous gravity and irr
For many people, faith is based on creeds, doctrine, and head knowledge. It's about mastering the "facts" and having the "right" answers. But best-selling author Margaret Silf believes that faith is n
This book of Catholic prayers for times of hardship, compiled by eminent prayer book editor William G. Storey, offers consolation to those who suffer sickness, pain, and loss, and reminds those who ar
The strength and vigor of the Catholic Church are nowhere more visible than in North and South America, where hundreds of millions of people claim the Catholic faith. Saints of the Americas features
A collection of personal stories in which grandparents and elders from around the world share from their “reservoirs of wisdom” to inspire and guide. We have all heard that the only const
Catholics around the world rely on the Catholic saints for guidance and inspiration . . . so it's important that the saints and their stories be easy to find. Voices of the Saints by Bert Ghezzi pro
A Clear and Compelling Portrait of Paul from One of the Church’s Leading Scholars The teachings of St. Paul infuse just about everything Christians believe and practice, yet most people kn
A lively, discerning guide to what’s good, beautiful, and true at the movies “Richard Leonard, SJ, expertly guides readers through some of the most popular recent films and show
This is the first study of the extent to which St. Augustine understood lay Christians to share the power to “bind and loose sinners.” They bind them through fraternal correction and loose them throug
The joy and freedom to be found in the Ignatian exercises comes to life in this book by George A. Aschenbrenner, SJ. While many scholarly books and commentaries have explored the Spiritual Exercises o
Get Fit Spiritually?We look at the world—and at God—in drastically different ways than our ancestors did, and yet the wisdom of a sixteenth-century Catholic saint perfectly suits our doubtful, antia
When Amy Andrews and Jessica Mesman Griffith met in a creative writing class in graduate school, they both confessed to writing about God. They bonded one night while reading the Book of Ruth and came
Stop spinning your spiritual hamster wheel.Start living in the limitless love of God. Many of us go through life thinking and acting as though we can somehow, in some way, earn God’s love and favor.
?It is a fascinating study of a spiritual crisis and of the wisdom and experience of monastic life.” —William Rees-Mogg, editor in chief, The Times (of London) “Pierre de Calan’s choice of subject i
In the sixth century, a monk named Benedict devised a code of practical principles by which he and his fellow monks could live together and grow in Christian spirit. Centuries later, the Rule of St.
“Doing it all” and “having it all” have become barriers for women, barbed judgments for moms especially. At a time when it seems that moms should be everything to everyone—and failing at one implies f
Before there was light, God was. In fact, darkness is the medium God worked in to create the world, the universe, and all material things. Certainly, God lives in the warmth of sunlight and within our
Book of SaintsWho are the saints, why are the lives of saints important for children, and what can children learn from lives and actions? In Loyola Kids Book of Saints, the first in the Loyola Kids
The presence of God can be seen and felt everywhere, and Bumping into God makes it clear that everywhere1654_Bum is not an exaggeration—we bump into God every day in all kinds of humorous,
Ignatius of Loyola and his “friends in the Lord” began to dream of serving God together in what became the Society of Jesus. Two of his most trusted companions were Peter Faber and Francis Xavier. Whi
“In sickness and in health . . .”At age 29, Matt Weber was newly married to Nell, the girl of his dreams. They had bought their first house, adopted a dog, and looked forward to a blissful first year
In this spirited collection of essays, Brian Doyle employs his wit, wisdom, and gusto for life as he shares with readers his thoughts on Jesus, the Mass, Birds, Bees, and so much more. What would be a
Since its original release in the late 1980s, the Forgiveness book in the Take and Receive prayer-book series has been helping people re-imagine what it means to pray and see with new eyes God’s pre
Many of us do not trust our own thoughts, feelings, and desires when it comes to discerning God’s will. Instead we look outside ourselves to determine what God wants from and for us. In Go
?Gregory F. A. Pierce makes a striking claim: The holy and the transcendent can be found in the midst of the hustle and bustle of daily work. Rather than being a “grind,” our work can be “grist” for
We live in a culture that tells us there are few things worse than aging, that we should avoid aging at all costs, and that we must shun death. And yet, no matter how much money we spend on health sup
Do you ever feel as if your passion for pop culture and faith might be at odds? Do you ever wonder how your desire to be a part of present-day culture and your longing to grow spiritually can be recon
The book of Luke has been described as one of the most beautiful books ever written, and Luke: The Good News of God's Mercy brings this beauty to life for teens as they study the life of Jesus and w
The Acts of the Apostles, better known to us as Acts, is the story of the birth of the church. In Acts, Jesus departs, the Spirit descends, and a dynamic new faith is born. We meet St. Paul and trav
Leadership Principles for Lasting Success Leadership makes great companies, but few of us truly understand how to turn ourselves and others into great l
This anthology celebrating holy women selects inspiration writings from Saint Gertrude the Great, Florence Nightingale, Betty Ford, Harriet Tubman, Elizabeth Fry, and many others.
This books brings to together the deep spiritual tradition of Christian mysticism to complement and support the hands-on, daily work for 12-step programs.
This Ignatian exploration of the Stations of the Cross examines Jesus’ response to his own suffering and how his reactions can guide us in difficult times.
Told through the lens of humor, this down-to-earth introduction to Ignatian spirituality and the Jesuits is proof that finding God can be a funny thing.
The New Faithful is a groundbreaking book that examines the growing trend toward religious orthodoxy among today's young adults.? author and Journalist Colleen Carroll Campbell offers strong opinions
