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Book Recommendation: He Leadeth Me by Fr. Walter J. Ciszek, S.J.

Book Recommendation: He Leadeth Me by Fr. Walter J. Ciszek, S.J.

This is among the most inspiring auto-biographical works I have ever read. * * * * * He Leadeth Me – By Fr. Walter J. Ciszek and Daniel Flaherty; Publisher: Ignatius Press, 1995 Editorial Review on Amazon: He Leadeth Me is the deeply moving personal story of one man’s spiritual odyssey and the unflagging faith [...]

January 16, 2012 | 1 Comment More
Fr. Pavone’s Daily Reflection

Fr. Pavone’s Daily Reflection

“When you come, bring along … the scrolls, particularly the parchments.” 2 Timothy 4:13 Reflection: One of the practical things we can do for the pro-life cause is to purchase some of the latest pro-life books and donate them to the public library. You can be sure that abortion advocates fill the libraries with their [...]

June 4, 2011 | 0 Comments More
My Top 10 Catholic Books for 2010

My Top 10 Catholic Books for 2010

In our home, Christmas gift-giving has evolved from the days of Legos and action figures to clothes and Mass cards—and pretty much everything in between. But one thing that has remained constant throughout all of our Christmas seasons: we always give books to our boys. I love books and have spent a lot of time [...]

November 30, 2010 | 1 Comment More
Father Barron Comments on Peter Hitchens

Father Barron Comments on Peter Hitchens

Thoughts on Peter Hitchens and “The Rage Against God”… Father Barron can be found on the Internet at: Word On Fire CATHOLICISM Print this entry

September 25, 2010 | 0 Comments More
Book Recommendation: Jesus-Shock

Book Recommendation: Jesus-Shock

Dr. Peter Kreeft, Catholic author of over 50 books, professor of philosophy, international speaker and master apologetics teacher has written one of the best books I have ever read: Jesus Shock!  This book is a stirring call to recognize Jesus not only as the loving lamb, but as the mighty lion (think Aslan in Chronicles [...]

September 16, 2010 | 1 Comment More
Why Good Enough Just…Isn’t

Why Good Enough Just…Isn’t

Like all teachers – well at least like many teachers – I entered the classroom ready to change the world. Sure, I was a bit older than most when I took my first steps into the parochial middle school milieu; but certainly wisdom and an ability to laugh at life would be my allies. And [...]

September 3, 2010 | 1 Comment More
Book Recommendation: Be a Man! Becoming the Man God Created You to Be

Book Recommendation: Be a Man! Becoming the Man God Created You to Be

I purchased Be a Man! a few days ago after reading rave reviews about the book and now I can hardly put it down.  Very good, candid insight from Father Larry Richards on what it takes to be a true man of God.  I love his use of reflection questions at the end of each chapter [...]

August 3, 2010 | 0 Comments More
Book Recommendation: Deep Conversion, Deep Prayer

Book Recommendation: Deep Conversion, Deep Prayer

Deep Conversion, Deep Prayer by Fr. Thomas Dubay is an amazing book I have been recommending for the last few years.  This popular retreat master has written an insightful and thought provoking book on the universal call to holiness we have all been given, and yet few pursue.  The book will help you undergo a [...]

July 8, 2010 | 0 Comments More
Book Recommendation: Catholic Truths for Our Children

Book Recommendation: Catholic Truths for Our Children

A gentleman who runs a large online Catholic bookstore recently told me that his business had just experienced its best year ever. Ever! As we talked about this phenomenon amidst the backdrop of crashing stock markets, oil spills and a “me” generation gone amuck, we marveled at this fact. After all, it would seem that [...]

June 22, 2010 | 1 Comment More
Summer Reading for Catholic Readers by Catholic Authors

Summer Reading for Catholic Readers by Catholic Authors

If you are interested in finding books that are written by Catholic authors for Catholic audiences and are perfect for summer reading, I’ve put together a list that is sure to help you make some good decisions.  I know you will be pleasantly surprised with these great books and will find each to be enlightening, [...]

June 14, 2010 | 0 Comments More