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Book Review: Divine Mercy: A Guide from Genesis to Benedict XVI
Divine Mercy: A Guide from Genesis to Benedict XVI by Robert Stackpole, STD Marian Fathers of the Immaculate Conception, 2009 (Revised edition. Original edition published 2008) Robert Stackpole, STD has done an incredible job of tracing the “theological history” of Divine Mercy in “Divine Mercy: A Guide from Genesis to Benedict XVI.” In his introduction, […]
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Book Review: An Amish Christmas
An Amish Christmas: December in Lancaster County by Beth Wiseman, Kathleen Fuller, and Barbara Cameron Nashville: Thomas Nelson, 2009 Looking for some sweet, heartwarming stories to lose yourself in this holiday season? An Amish Christmas may be just what you are looking for. Beth Wiseman, Kathleen Fuller, and Barbara Cameron, each established authors in their […]
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Book Review: Uncommon Trust in God
Uncommon Trust in God: The Recent History of the Sisters of Saint Joseph of Springfield by Kathleen C. Keating, SSJ Sisters of St. Joseph, Holyoke, MA 2009 “Uncommon Trust in God” was written to celebrate the 125th anniversary of the Sisters of St. Joseph of Springfield, Massachusetts. Almost every Catholic life (and many non-Catholic lives) […]
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“Through the Open Window” is now available!
I am helping spread the word about a debut novel from Anne Faye, a friend of mine. “Through the Open Window” tells the story of Lucy Lyons, a woman trying to escape her past. Content to work as a librarian and live alone with her dog, all she wants is a simple life with no […]
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Book Review: “The Jesus You Can’t Ignore”
The Jesus You Can’t Ignore: What You Must Learn from the Bold Confrontations of Christ by John MacArthur Nashville, Thomas Nelson, 2008 In The Jesus You Can’t Ignore: What You Must Learn from the Bold Confrontations of Christ John MacArthur (no relation) argues that Christ was not the meek, mild character modern Christianity has made […]
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“Will I See My Dog in Heaven?”
I haven’t read Will I See My Dog In Heaven by Fr. Jack Wintz, but the title caught my eye and I read the review of it in St. Anthony Messenger. It is a common question, especially for those of us who love our pets. The big theologians say “No,” that our beloved furry friends […]
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Book Review: One Life
One Life: Hope, Healing and Inspiration on the Path to Recovery from Eating Disorders by Naomi Feigenbaum Philadelphia: Jessica Kingsley Publishers, 2009 When I had the opportunity to review “One Life: Hope, Healing and Inspiration on the Path to Recovery from Eating Disorders” by Naomi Feigenbaum, I did so with both interest and fear. I […]
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Book Review: Your Personal Apostolate
Your Personal Apostolate: Accepting and Sharing the Love of God by Michele Elena Bondi Rochester, MI: Joseph Karl Publishing, 2009 “Your Personal Apostolate: Accepting and Sharing the Love of God” is a small book that packs a big punch. Walking in the footsteps of St. Therese of Lisieux and Blessed Teresa of Calcutta, Michele Elena […]
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Book Review: “Plain Pursuit”
Plain Pursuit (Daughters of the Promise, Book 2) by Beth Wiseman Nashville, TN: Thomas Nelson, 2009 “Plain Pursuit” is Beth Wiseman’s second contribution to the “Daughters of the Promise” series published by Thomas Nelson. This series focuses on different women’s journeys “into an Amish Community where she discovers new meaning to the words faith, hope, […]
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The Value of a Story
It is no secret that Jesus spoke in parables, stories that were meant to teach a lesson. Parables such as that of the prodigal son, the man who sought the pearl of great price, and the parable of the sower continue to speak to us through the ages. In Matthew 13:10-17, the disciples ask Jesus, […]