Thomas Merton, the renowned Cistercian monk, brings us to a fresh experience of the Advent and Christmas season, where we look forward to the coming of the Messiah who will make all things new again. In a spirit of monastic simplicity, Merton reveals the humble way in which we can invite the Savior into our hearts–without all the clutter, noise, and anxiety. Everyone searching for simple spiritual joy will want to spend Advent and Christmas With Thomas Merton. 112 pages; Paperback. Fall 2002 Quantity
It's rare that someone comes along who can capture the essence of Christmas in a story, in a poem. Jeanne Conte is just such a person. Her collection of inspirational short stories and poems does just that. The beauty and joy found in the Christmas season come to life through the eyes of her imagination. A treasure to read and to share. With seasonal illustrations throughout.
Sample Stories and Poems: A Wonderful Christmas The Crimson Christmas Ribbon The Legend of the Holly Little Jesus Stranded in a Snowstorm A Birthday Party for Jesus The Little Shepherd Silent, Still Night
Paperback, 160 pages
Following up on his acclaimed Redeemer in the Womb, John Saward returns to the mystery of Christ's Incarnation. He draws upon the rich traditions of the Church, as well as the writings of the great Christian mystics, to create a work that is both new and old, revolutionary and orthodox. This profoundly moving meditation will aid any contemplation on the life of Christ.
The subject of this book is the objective and divinely revealed truth of the Nativity of Christ, as proclaimed by His infallible and immaculate Bride. It is the splendor of this truth, of “Love’s noon in Nature’s night”, which for two millennia has captivated the Fathers and Schoolmen, and activated the genius of poets, painters, and musicians. Illustrated with eight color paintings. 404 pages, Ignatius Press Fall 2002. Quantity
Compiling Editor: Rose Pacatte, FSP
Although she is the Mother of God, Mary was a woman who experienced the full range of human emotions: amazement and confusion, fear and exhaustion, tenderness and wonder, tranquility and joy. In this inspiring book, contemporary women ponder Mary’s journeys—both spiritual and physical—and contemplate her growth as a person, a woman, a wife, a mother, a child of God.
Each of these authors has made a journey of faith that has been enriched or guided by Mary’s example, and they show us how—through our roles and women and men, daughters and sons, wives and husbands, mothers and fathers, sisters and brothers, professionals and religious—we can find in Mary both a role model and source of insight and encouragement for our own “journeys of faith.”
Includes photos from the movie.
Paperback / 160 pages / Dimensions: 8 1/2" x 11". Quantity
By Rose Pacatte, FSP
The Nativity Story tells a story that has captivated and inspired Christians for centuries. In its human, evocative portrayal of Mary, Joseph, and the other characters of the story, it awakens our hearts and our imaginations in an entirely new way.
The Nativity Story invites us to explore our faith and to listen for God’s Word in our daily lives, and this film study guide is a wonderful roadmap for the journey. Complete with sections for personal study, for group study, and for whole community catechesis, The Nativity Story: A Film Study Guide for Catholics is a practical guide for delving prayerfully into the mystery of our Savior’s birth.
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Pamphlet / 32 pages / Dimensions:6" x 9 ". Quantity
