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Chiara Luce, a girl full of vitality, but, suddenly, she fell gravely ill. And, strangely, moment by moment, a new life full of light began to unfold for her. She was eighteen when she died, yet she had lived to the full. On 25 September 2010, Chiara Luce was beatified by Pope Benedict XVI and is now known as ‘Blessed Chiara Badano’.
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This is a book about interreligious dialogue between Jews and Christians, but it is so much more. Truly, it is a dialogue for life, full of wisdom and experience that benefits readers in every aspect of life.
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Irene the elephant is a beautiful, evocative story for children about an oversized elephant who quite simply does not like herself. It's a great awakening at any age to feel that you are loved beyond measure...
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Gym for the Soul is a book of poetry inspired by the quest to find God in the everyday nuts and bolts of life’s experiences. The title refers to workout, something we can do each day – a spiritual workout – if only we keep our eyes and ears open for God among us.
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In this fascinating biography of Charles de Foucauld, Little Sister Annie presents Charles as what he was: a man who was converted from a wayward lifestyle to a heroic follower of Jesus.
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Richard Deats’ biography of Martin Luther King Jr brings King’s spirit alive to a new generation. King’s belief in the sanctity of life and the spirit of love and compassion inspire us all and challenge each new generation to begin again the quest for truth and justice.
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The story of an ordinary, yet remarkable girl, Maria Orsola Bussone, who died tragically at the age of 16. Her decision to live for God, amidst all the normal problems faced by teenagers: crushes, emotional ups and downs, disagreements with parents, had an amazing effect on her companions and on the small village where she lived.
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In this moving collection of writings from John Paul II’s final year in this world, he calls us to build a more open society which recognises human rights, to listen to our neighbour’s cry for help, to build bridges and to share in one another’s gifts.
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An insider’s look at Merton by one of his brothers who lived in the same community. Basil Pennington takes us on a whirlwind review of the seasons of Merton’s life and work, showing us how this great soul was formed and drawn into God.
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Maurus Green tells the story of Eddie McCaffrey, who suffered from Muscular Dystrophy, but who found a way to make his suffering into a source of life for himself and for many others.
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Silvio Daneo had been asked to put into writing the main facts which happened in the early days of the Focolare Movement in North America and in Asia.
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Lieta (Blanca) Betoño (1951-2002) is considered a pioneer of the Focolare Movement in Ireland. As a twenty year old, she wrote ‘I only want to give joy to others’ – a quality confirmed by the name by which she then became known – Lieta – meaning happy or joyful.
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This is the first biography of Igino Giordani to appear in English. Preface by Dr Robert Runcie
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The author began life as a bricklayer, became a war hero, worked as a journalist against Fascism. His diary begins in WWII with his burning desire to love God and a conviction that married life is a way to sanctity.
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Painstakingly reconstructed from hundreds of scraps of paper, Basil Howe eventually emerged as a novel which written by G.K. Chesterton when he was only 20. In fact, it was his first book, although it lay unpublished for more than a century. Now you can read what was in the mind of the man who was to become such a great literary figure of the 20th century. VIEW IN HARDBACK EDITION
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Painstakingly reconstructed from hundreds of scraps of paper, Basil Howe eventually emerged as a novel which written by G.K. Chesterton when he was only 20. In fact, it was his first book, although it lay unpublished for more than a century. Now you can read what was in the mind of the man who was to become such a great literary figure of the 20th century. VIEW IN PAPERBACK EDITION
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This beautiful anthology of stories, poems and prose, both ancient and modern, is a veritable treasure chest for anyone wishing to reflect on the meaning of Christmas and the events surrounding it.
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The Open Family is about a vision, the vision of the early church. It is a vision that speaks to the struggles of today’s world where society and the family are deeply challenged.
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This little book offers a refreshing approach to Christian unity based on Chiara Lubich’s spirituality of communion. It contains her addresses to the World Council of Churches and at various ecumenical events.
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In a world torn apart by conflict, the author, himself an experienced peace-maker, proposes some ways ahead in the complex world of international relations.
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At this critical moment of history when believers are often stereotyped as fanatics by the media, the author takes us back to what is essential in both Christianity and Islam: love.
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This book presents the fascinating story of Sant’Egidio’s activities for peace and reconciliation for the good of humanity. And their motivation: love of God and love of neighbour.
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Jesus promised the hundredfold in this life to those who love God. This little book contains a selection from the many thousands of experiences of that hundredfold in the lives of ordinary people who live the Focolare spirituality.
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The author’s understanding of sexuality is the fruit of years of intimate conversations with young people and married couples.
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Like Mother Teresa, Little Sister Magdeleine is someone who has been used to found a new way of life in the Church. Her story is fascinating. It has moments that are touching and moments of high drama, but always it gives witness to the beauty, freshness and power of the Gospel.
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In this book of spiritual anthropology, the author of the much-acclaimed The Roots of Christian Mysticism shares his reflections on human nature, its challenges, problems, joys and fulfilment. The result is a treasure that will appeal to all those looking for a deeper meaning of what it is to be human.
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These five insights about suffering will help you consider the value of suffering in a new light.
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Tom Rowley shares telling insights with examples to help parents in their role of bringing up children. He explores concepts in the family such as loving one another, making little things count, realizing that suffering has value, reaching out to one another, and learning from one another. His thoughts, intuitions, and experiences unfold in a way that feel like a conversation around the kitchen table.
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Callan Slipper offers five ways for Christians to approach one another on the path toward unity.
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A thorough exploration of the nature of community and interpersonal relationships as revealed in Sacred Scripture, ‘Becoming Community’ guides readers in reflecting on particular passages from both the Old and New Testaments concerning the circumstances of personal, family, and community life.
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‘Blind Spot is a remarkable book – well-written and totally engaging. I thought I’d already given ample thought to the teaching of the Church on war and violence. But, Ranaghan tackles this complex subject in a straightforward and thought-provoking way which brought me face to face with my superficial understanding of war and Christian identity.’
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The New York Times called Chiara Lubich ‘one of the most influential women in the Catholic Church’. This biography transports readers inside the story of a young woman, born to a poor family in Trent, who felt called to dedicate her life to God.
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Leahy presents the movements as examples of the Church’s charismatic dimension, a principle which Pope John Paul II described as ‘co-essential’ with the hierarchical-institutional dimension.
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The contributors to this book write from a faith perspective but respectful of the place and role of science, both historically and today.
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Second Edition. The question of peace in the Holy Land is key to the whole problem of relationships between the West and Islam. In this profound text, Patriarch Michel Sabbah reflects on his first-hand experience of the situation and offers his thoughts on a way towards peace and reconciliation.
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Those attracted by the way God’s Providence works in the daily lives of real people will find Tom and Mary Hartmann’s reflections to be priceless pearls of wisdom. They describe how God’s Providence has consistently pushed to reconsider what it means to truly believe in God’s love in both the trials and joys of family life. Professionals in the field of family life (psychologists, social workers, doctors, nurses, spiritual directors, and pastors) will find this book and its discussion questions an invaluable faith-based resource.
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Gospel in Action helps to bridge the gap that so often exists between the Gospel message and our daily lives. By providing short and compelling personal stories we see what it looks like when the Gospel is applied to real life and lived out.
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Explores a spiritual foundation for creative film work and seeks ways to find common ground on which to build creative relationships. Austin’s inside look will prove fascinating not only to students and practitioners of the media arts but to anyone interested in this aspect of popular culture.
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The book brings us full circle in accounting for most of the scholarship on Giles of Viterbo during these some thirty years.
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The non-violent approach to resolving situations of injustice was made famous by Mahatma Gandhi. One of its leading proponents in the late 20th century was Hildegard Goss-Mayr. Hers is a remarkable, though not well-known story of witnessing to the power of non-violent resistance.
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Gold examines the origins and substance of a promising alternative to the current globalized economy: the Economy of Communion. Benedict XVI cited the Economy of Communion in Caritas in Veritate as a promising form of intermediate activity between for-profit business and classic non-profit institutions.
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Susan Muto challenges us to turn away from the cultural impulse toward me-centeredness.
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Robert F. Morneau helps readers to focus on their relationships to others and thereby build up a better society. He offers a month worth of daily reflections on simplicity, gentleness, humility, and friendship.
