Featuring daily meditations for the complete seasons of Advent, Christmas, and Epiphany, an illuminating and visually stunning book helps readers to rediscover the meaning of Christmas through profoun
Spiritual teacher, writer, rabbi, and poet, Rami Shapiro has taught thousands of people in workshops across North America for a quarter century. His books have sold in the hundreds of thousands. But b
Indelibly marked by the rich traditions and spiritual practices of Judaism, a convert from Orthodox Judaism to Christianity explores eleven Jewish spiritual practices that can transform the way Christ
There are many editions of the writings of St. Francis, and biographies about him, but here in one volume are both, plus the complete text of the late medieval work, The Little Flowers, which did more
This volume marks the first translation of these prayer-poems into English. Originally written in 1899, Rilke wrote them upon returning to Germany from his first trip to Russia. His experience of the
This bold, fresh look at the historical Jesus and the Jewish roots of Christianity challenges both Jews and Christians to re-examine their understanding of Jesus’ commitment to his Jewish faith. Inste
Patrick of Ireland lived a Christian life beyond the ordinary – that’s why we call him a saint. But Jamie Arpin-Ricci contends that, although St. Patrick may have been extraordinary, the sort of life
The Christian mystical tradition has its roots in Holy Scripture but was enunciated most clearly by the late 5th century author writing under the name Dionysius the Areopagite. It was acquaintance wit
Elizabeth was one of those women who come into the world to undertake the profession of the compassionate old maid, the loquacious neighbor from across the street, ever-present at every birth, wedding
Children love birthday parties. This is a book – a first if its kind – to help kids understand and celebrate the birthday of the Church.The Day When God Made the Church is the story of Pentecost and h
40 Days with the Holy Spirit will inspire you to encounter God in fresh and surprising ways. You’ll develop stronger spiritual muscles as you breathe, read, reflect, and pray—all with an eye to cultiv
Ben Wayman introduces contemporary Christians to this ancient, classic guide for praying the Psalms ? the earliest we possess. Readers are invited to pray the psalms along with Athanasius and make the
Sharing God’s Love, the children’s companion to The Jesus Creed, can transform kids as they learn to love God and to love one another, intentionally. Join Aksel and Finley throughout their day at home
Sharing God's Love, the children's companion to The Jesus Creed, can transform kids as they learn to love God and others with intentionality. Join Aksel and Finley as they discover how to live out the
These religious poems are litanies of love and life, work, patience, and prayer. They are collected from over two decades of writing, and seasoned with the savor of five decades of living a monastic l
Although the literary form is poetry, this is a book about the spiritual life. Focused around monastic themes, the poems speak to the spiritual seeker and curious bystander alike by presenting a range
With more than 50,000 copies sold, The Jesus Creed is Scot McKnight’s bestselling book, a powerful testament of essential Christian formation. For its 10th year of publication, we are publishing a new
As a young roach, Francesca was warned against churches. They were disgustingly clean, barren of food, although sometimes you might find leftover rice from weddings under the pews, and they were dange
Once there was a town called Chelm where there was no luck. If something could go wrong, it did. The roofs of the houses always leaked. The sidewalks were cracked. The gardens grew only weeds. Nothing
Different from other introductory works on Orthodoxy, this one doesn't simply provide essential historic and theological information, but allows you to see the faith as it is practices by ordinary peo
This book is deceptively simple. It is a collection of three distinct but united voices on the subject of how to love God, and how to be loved by God. You will meet three of the most interesting Chris
According to Fr. Alexander Men (1935-1990), the Russian Orthodox priest and popular spiritual teacher who was publicly martyred in 1990 in the former USSR, prayer is "the flight of the heart toward Go
Originally published in French in 1894, Sabatier’s was the first modern biography of Francis of Assisi. It was a worldwide bestseller, and in 2003 when this new edition was first published, it a
An invitation to live the principles of The Jesus Creed takes believers on a journey through the rest of the New Testament, reminding them that the love for God and the love for others are both essent
How did the maestro advise the young violinist? There is a story of a young violinist who had an audition at Carnegie Hall. As she hurriedly exited the subway, she was momentarily disoriented. To her
Through her unique gift for storytelling, combined with profound spiritual insight, Sr. Bridget Haase’s Doors to the Sacred will invite readers to open the door to the room of daily experience, stand
Church leaders who have been influenced by the 50-year career of Phyllis Tickle reflect on what she has accomplished and on the challenge that her work poses the future church.
From Saint Paul to Julian of Norwich, Scott Cairns has lovingly examined, pressed for for the revelation, and set in verse the most memorable, beautiful sayings of the fathers and mothers of Christian
Based on Catholic teaching, Angels for Kids offers proof of the true existence of angels while dispelling prevalent contemporary myths. This inspiring book will open the eyes and hearts of youth and t
Shares inspiring messages from Christian literature, some originally delivered at difficult times in history and in times of war and conflict, and others that opened the most important scriptures and
One of the world's experts on monastic spirituality, Michael Casey offers wise teachings on what it means to live today in the distinctive path of St. Benedict.
Originally written for monks, the principles in the Rule of St. Benedict may be applied by anyone — and in today’s hectic, changing world, following its principles offers a rich spiritual connection t
This beautiful edition offers all of G. K. Chesterton's insight, humor, and wit as he uncovers the real meaning of the life of the world's most popular saint.
SAID’s 99 Psalms are poems of praise and lament, of questioning and wondering. In the tradition of the Hebrew psalmist, they find their voice in exile, in this case one that is both existential and ge
De Sales’ classic has been described as “a masterpiece of psychology, practical morality, and common sense” and, after The Bible and The Imitation of Christ, is the widest read spiritual book of all t
Who is the Holy Spirit? What role does the Spirit play in the life of the Church and of the individual Christian? Beginning with the belief in the Holy Spirit as a Person of God, and not just a “force
Ever wonder how some people become enthusiastic and on fire about their relationship with God? In thirty-three short chapters, Albert Haase gives you the tools and kindling to prepare for the spark of
