-Titulo Original : La Iglesia: Pueblo De Dios Llamado A La Comunion (Recursos Para El Ministerio Hispano) (Spanish Edition)-Fabricante : Ave Maria Press-Descripcion Original: The refrain of a popular Spanish hymn proclaims, “I am the Church, you are the Church, we are the Church.” With this as a keynote, Hosffman Ospino draws on the deep conviction among Hispanic Catholics that they are called to be the Church-locally, nationally, and globally-and provides a basic introduction to the nature and mission of the Church. In La Iglesia, the Church’s origin, structure, history, and mission are explored in light of the experience of Hispanic Catholics in the United States. Hoffsman Ospino, professor of theology and religious education at Boston College’s School of Theology and Ministry, explains what every Hispanic Catholic in the United States needs to know about being part of the People of God, connecting his message to the everyday experience of people in their families and faith communities. Topics include: the Church as the Mystical Body of Christ the role of the Holy Spirit the marks of the Church the vision of the Church in Second Vatican Council Pope Francis’s vision of the Church as a community of disciples Part of the Ave Maria Press Recursos para el ministerio hispano series, La Iglesia is perfect for lay ministers, catechists, people in the RCIA, and leaders of small faith communities as a helpful resource to deepen their experience of being a Christian in community and to make important connections between the mystery of Jesus Christ and that of his Church. While many Spanish-language resources are imported from other countries, this book emerges from the pastoral reality of Hispanic Catholics in the United States. Summary points and questions suitable for reflection and discussion are provided at the end of each chapter, making the book ideal for individual or group study. The book is available only in Spanish. El estribillo de un canto popular en español proclama: “Yo soy la Iglesia, tu eres la Iglesia, somos la Iglesia”. Con esto como tono, Hosffman Ospino elabora sobre la profunda conviccion entre los hispanos catolicos de que son llamados a ser Iglesia-local, nacional y globalmente-y esto proporciona una introduccion fundamental a la naturaleza y la mision de la Iglesia. La Iglesia, el origen, la estructura, la historia y la mision de la Iglesia se estudian a la luz de la experiencia de los hispanos catolicos en los Estados Unidos. Hoffsman Ospino, profesor de teologia y educacion religiosa en la Escuela de Teologia y Ministerio de Boston College, explica lo que todo catolico hispano en los Estados Unidos debe saber sobre ser parte del Pueblo de Dios, conectando el mensaje de la experiencia cotidiana de la gente en sus familias y comunidades de fe. Los temas incluyen: La Iglesia como Cuerpo Mistico de Cristo El papel del Espiritu Santo Los rasgos de la Iglesia La vision de la Iglesia en el Concilio Vaticano II La vision del Papa Francisco sobre la Iglesia como comunidad de discipulos Como parte de la serie de Recursos para el ministerio hispano de Ave Maria Press, La Iglesia es perfecto para ministros laicos, catequistas, personas que estan en RICA, y lideres de pequeñas comunidades de fe, como un recurso util para profundizar sus experiencias de ser cristianos en comunidad y hacer conexiones importantes entre el misterio de Jesucristo y el de su Iglesia. Mientras que muchos recursos en español son importados de otros paises, este libro surge de la realidad pastoral de los hispanos catolicos en los Estados Unidos. About the Author Hosffman Ospino is a professor of theology and religious education at Boston College, where he serves as director of graduate programs in Hispanic ministry. He is actively involved in Hispanic ministry at St. Patrick Parish in Lawrence, Massachusetts, and is a member of the leadership team overseeing the process of the Fifth National Pastoral Encuentro of Hispanic/Latino Ministry. He is the author of El Credo. Hosffman Ospino es profesor de teologia y educacion religiosa en Boston College, en donde tambien es directo...

-Titulo Original : Pray For Us: 75 Saints Who Sinned, Suffered, And Struggled On Their Way To Holiness-Fabricante : Ave Maria Press-Descripcion Original: Review “The Saint book for the rest of us who have failed more times than we care to admit.” --Fr. Agustino Torres, C.F.R., founder of Corazon Puro “What a diverse collection of captivating stories, so well told and so invigorating! These are not dull, saccharine accounts, stringing together bare facts and dates as most saint collections do. This book is like fiery magma, lively and flowing with verve. Meg Hunter-Kilmer’s stories of relatively unknown saints will make your heart come alive, beating with new possibilities. Get this book for any person who thinks saints are boring and irrelevant.” --Brandon Vogt, senior content director at Word on Fire Catholic Ministries “Pray for Us is a fresh take on holiness. Meg Hunter-Kilmer’s vignettes reveal the humorous and relatable aspects of holy Catholics from all over the globe-lay people as well as clergy and religious.” --Gloria Purvis, Catholic speaker, podcaster, and radio host “With passion, captivating storytelling, and compelling insights, Hunter-Kilmer has provided a force of a resource to help tell the stories of the saints, the ones we know well and the ones we should take the time to meet.” --Katie Prejean McGrady, SiriusXM Radio host and host of the Ave Explores Podcast How is it possible that a chain-smoking socialist, a teenage video gamer, an opium addict, a satanic high priest, a disabled beggar, and a self-absorbed mean girl became saints?Popular itinerant missionary Meg Hunter-Kilmer will stretch your preconceived notions of holiness by exploring the lesser-known lives of seventy-five extraordinary people whose human struggles and limitations reveal the power of God’s grace.Pray for Us isn’t your ordinary saint book: Hunter-Kilmer highlights the sorrows, struggles, and idiosyncrasies of broken people who turned their lives around and dedicated themselves to God and his work. Through these edgy profiles, full of fresh and fascinating stories, she explores the universal call to holiness and how God can transform anyone-from grouchy theologians to bratty teenagers-into saints. You’ll discover that anyone-even you-can become a saint if you trust in the Lord.Among those you will meet areBlessed Carlo Acutis, an ordinary Italian teen who enjoyed video games and loved the Eucharist but refused to waste time on things that weren’t pleasing to God.Blessed Sara Salkahazi, a chain-smoking socialist and wild-child from an upper-class Hungarian family who exposed the plight of the working class and smuggled Jewish people to safety during World War II.Blessed Victoire Rasoamanarivo, a married woman who defied the opposition of her difficult family to lead the Church in Madagascar.St. Dulce Pontes, the daughter of a wealthy family in Brazil who decided to serve the poor by becoming a nun and teaching literacy to children and their parents in the slums.Blessed Bartolo Longo, a satanic priest who returned to the Church, worked to bring people back to Christ, founded schools for the poor, established orphanages, and created Rosary groups.St. Mark Ji Tianxiang, a Christian opium addict who never got clean but still had the courage to die a martyr’s death for his beliefs during the Boxer Rebellion in China.Hunter-Kilmer presents the unvarnished lives of the saints and holy people in a way that reveals the power of God’s grace in their lives. Their stories-and especially their brokenness-are relatable to us all.An extensive index that includes names, feast days, and patronages will help you find the inspiration you are looking for in the lives of these holy people. About the Author Meg Hunter-Kilmer is a Catholic speaker, author, retreat leader, and itinerant missionary whose work appears regularly on Aleteia and on her blog, Held by His Pierced Hands.Hunter-Kilmer is the author of Saints Around the World. She has written for Magnificat, Our Sunday Visitor, The Catechetical Review, and Take Up and Read. She has appeared on a variety of Cat...

-Titulo Original : Adore: A Guided Advent Journal For Prayer And Meditation-Fabricante : Ave Maria Press-Descripcion Original: Review “Through these uniquely beautiful reflections from Fr. John Burns, you will encounter the quiet, safety, and rest of the hearts of Mary and Joseph, joining in their preparation for the birth of our Savior. You are warmly invited on the journey.” --Sr. Miriam James Heidland, S.O.L.T. “Like many others, I often have big spiritual goals and plans for Advent that are all too easily overwhelmed by the hustle and bustle of the holidays. Fr. John Burns has given us a wonderful remedy-a real gift to help us daily refocus our gaze upon Christ. Rich in reflection and beautifully illustrated, this book will be of immense help in making Advent the time of spiritual renewal we so desperately desire it to be!” --Sarah Swafford, author of Emotional Virtue “While many people celebrate Christmas each year, the busyness of the season tends to distract us from where our attention really ought to be: the mystery of the Incarnation. This collection of daily Advent meditations, journal questions, and prayers will help you not only find the focus you need to prepare for the coming solemnity, but also see and worship the living God who is present in our midst. --Fr. Casey Cole, O.F.M., creator and host of Breaking In The Habit on YouTube You have a choice this Advent: Get caught up in the annual rush of shopping, decorating, and parties or slow down and take a few minutes each day to remember who this season is really about-Jesus.In Adore, popular author and speaker Fr. John Burns and illustrator Valerie Delgado of Pax.Valerie will help you reclaim the sacred sense of longing and joyful hope at the heart of Advent, focusing on a new theme each week-vigilance, preparation, nearness, and Emmanuel-that you can relate to your own life.Each day you’ll journey deeper into the meaning of Advent with:a scripture- and liturgy-based meditation,stunning art specially created for this book,reflection questions,a prayer, andjournaling space.Adore is perfect for both individual and group use.An imprimatur for Adore was granted by Bishop Kevin C. Rhoades of the Diocese of Fort Wayne-South Bend in 2021. About the Author Fr. John Burns is a priest of the Archdiocese of Milwaukee and author of the bestselling book Lift Up Your Heart: A 10-Day Personal Retreat with St. Francis de Sales. Ordained in 2010, he has served as an associate pastor and pastor in Milwaukee as well as an adjunct professor of moral theology at the Sacred Heart Seminary and School of Theology. He completed a doctorate in moral theology at the Pontifical University of the Holy Cross in Rome in 2019. His doctoral research focused on the theology of healing through forgiveness.Burns speaks at conferences, preaches missions, and directs retreats throughout the country. He works extensively with the Sisters of Life and St. Mother Teresa’s Missionaries of Charity, and has given retreats, conferences, and spiritual direction for the sisters in Africa, Europe, and the United States.Valerie Delgado is a Catholic painter, a digital artist, and the owner of Pax.Beloved. She illustrated the book ABC Get to Know the Saints with Me by Caroline Perkins.She lives in the Houston, Texas, area...

-Titulo Original : Your Life In Christ Foundations In Catholic Morality (encountering Jesus)-Fabricante : Ave Maria Press-Descripcion Original: Your Life in Christ: Foundations in Catholic Morality introduces students to a traditional understanding of morality, encouraging them to undergo a deep and regular examination of conscience while making daily decisions to live a moral life...

-Titulo Original : Ministerio Hispano Una Introduccion (recursos Para El Ministerio Hispano) -Fabricante : Ave Maria Press-Descripcion Original: Timothy Matovina, a leading speaker and expert on the growth of Hispanics in the Catholic Church in the United States, offers a timely and much-needed introduction to ministry with Hispanic Catholics. Written in Spanish for pastoral ministers preparing for or involved in Hispanic ministry of all kinds, Ministerio hispano is an accessible guide to the history, spirituality, potential, and pastoral needs of Hispanics in the Church in America. More than 30 million people in the United States identify themselves as Catholic and Hispanic, according to the Center for Applied Research in the Apostolate at Georgetown University. CARA also notes that Hispanic Catholics accounted for about 40 percent of all growth in parishes between 2005-2010. Drawing on his personal experience with Latino culture and decades of working with Hispanic parishes, Timothy Matovina--codirector of the Institute for Latino Studies at the University of Notre Dame--provides a basic introduction suitable for the variety of leaders working in Catholic parishes. This essential booklet explores five key dimensions of ministry with Hispanic Catholics: A brief history of Hispanic Catholics in the United States How Hispanics are transforming parishes The importance of apostolic movements such as Cursillo and Charismatic Renewal Liturgy, and popular devotion, especially to Mary Faith formation of children and young people With discussion and reflection questions and a key text from a Church document at the end of each chapter, the booklet is ideal for use in small-groups and formation programs. The book is available only in Spanish. Review A practical and accessible resource to reflect about Hispanic ministry in our faith communities. -- Hosffman Ospino, Assistant Professor of Hispanic Ministry and Religious Education, School of Theology and Ministry at Boston College In his apostolic exhortation, Evangelii Gaudium, the Holy Father links the reform of the Church with the renewal of missionary zeal. This theme goes to the heart of Dr. Matovinas thoughtful reflection on the tensions--creative and conflictive--that continue to make Hispanic ministry one of the most dynamic pastoral arenas in the United States. The themes of apostolic movements, popular religiosity, encuentro/encounter, and youth are on the mind of Pope Francis. These timely topics can still be found challenging and enlivening Hispanic parishes today. -- Most Rev. Jaime Soto, Bishop of Sacramento In order to serve in the best way possible the Catholic Hispanic community in the United States, we must know where we come from, our current reality, and where we are going. Timothy Matovina provides an excellent history of Latino Catholicism, teaches us the importance of parishes and apostolic movements serving Hispanic communities, and, moreover, motivates us to continue to build a new generation of missionary disciples. -- Andres Arango, Director of Evangelization, Diocese of Camden About the Author Timothy Matovina is professor and chair of the theology department at the University of Notre Dame, where he previously served as codirector of the Institute for Latino Studies. He specializes in US Catholic and US Latino theology and religion. He has written numerous books and articles about U.S. Hispanic Catholic history, theology, ministry, and religious traditions. Matovina’s most recent books include Ministerio Hispano: Una introduccion and Theologies of Guadalupe: From the Era of Conquest to Pope Francis. Research support for Matovina’s work includes grants from the National Endowment for the Humanities, the American Academy of Religion, and the Association of Theological Schools. In 2010, Matovina received the Virgilio Elizondo Award from the Academy of Catholic Hispanic Theologians of the United States. He has won two teaching awards at Notre Dame, including the Julian Samora Award. Matovina gives presentations and workshops on US Catholicis...

-Titulo Original : Restore A Guided Lent Journal For Prayer And Meditation-Fabricante : Ave Maria Press-Descripcion Original: Review “If you’ve ever wanted Sr. Miriam James Heidland to come and sit by your side as you endeavor to move closer to Jesus, Restore is the perfect opportunity. These reflections, beautifully shaped by a wealth of experience, invite us all to ponder deeply as we tread together the Lenten pathway of deeper conversion.” --Fr. John Burns, author of Adore“This is so much more than a Lenten reflection; this is a deep dive into the depths of our soul and our own personal story, an invitation to unite our hearts to his Sacred Heart that bled for us and a true gift of healing. I can’t wait to read this book again and again!” --Sarah Swafford, founder of Emotional Virtue Ministries“Sr. Miriam James Heidland has created a Lenten devotional that you will want to share with your family and friends! Rooted in the traditional practices of prayer, fasting, and almsgiving, this journal helps us to see, know, and love ourselves and our neighbors as God sees, knows, and loves us. It is the perfect resource for anyone who wants to experience the healing power of Christ this Lent.” --Fr. Josh Johnson, host of the Ask Fr. Josh podcast“When Sr. Miriam James Heidland, SOLT, speaks, the Holy Spirit works through her to bring deep healing and restoration to all who listen.In this beautiful and powerful Lenten journal, I could hear her voice tenderly speaking words of liberation and hope to each one of us.” --Bob Schuchts, author of Be Healed“Sr. Miriam’s Lenten journal opens the door of one’s heart to intimate conversation with Christ. Invoking the Holy Spirit, these reflections inspire and aid the reader in living out the call to prayer, fasting, and almsgiving during the sacred season of Lent.” --Bishop James D. Conley, Diocese of Lincoln, Nebraska“A beautifully written devotional. Allow your Lent to be transformed with Sr. Miriam as your guide into the healing and merciful heart of Christ!” --Jackie and Bobby Angel, fellows at the Word on Fire Institute“I am so excited for people to get their hands on this book! The reader who prayerfully and courageously enters this journey with Sr. Miriam will truly never be the same; this ‘dangerous’ Lenten journey will lead to the abundant life promised by our Lord-experienced not just intellectually in the abstract but also emotionally, psychologically, and personally in the concrete. It is transformational for men and women of all ages. I can’t recommend this work highly enough!” --Andrew Swafford, associate professor of theology at Benedictine College Follow the Lord into the depths of your heart this Lent and you will never be the same.Take a healing journey with Sr. Miriam James Heidland, SOLT, as she helps you turn away from what wounds you and toward God who heals you and makes you whole.In this beautiful guided journal for prayer and meditation, Sr. Miriam invites you to meet the tenderness of God’s mercy, the power of his love, and the restoration of your heart and life as you practice prayer, fasting, and almsgiving.Restore features stunning original art by Valerie Delgado of Pax.Valerie along with daily meditations on a passage from scripture, reflection questions, guided prayer, and space for journaling and notetaking.Throughout Lent, you’ll move through four different phases of healing, focusing on traditional Lenten practices:Prayer is the means of healing our relationship with God.Fasting disciplines us in healing our relationship with ourselves.Almsgiving leads us to healing our relationships with others.Sacrifice shows us the path to heaven and union with God.If you enter into Lent with Christ, your heart will see more clearly, be pierced more easily, love more strongly, and serve more passionately. Jesus will be etched into the crevasses of your being.Restore is perfect for both individual and group use. Free companion videos and a downloadable leader’s guide are available at avemariapress . About the Author Sr. Miriam James Heidland, SOLT, is ...

-Titulo Original : Be Healed A Guide To Encountering The Powerful Love Of Jesus In Your Life-Fabricante : Ave Maria Press-Descripcion Original: “Somewhere deep inside each one of us is a burning desire to finally become the person God created us to be.”Do you suffer from spiritual or emotional wounds that are keeping you from reaching that goal? The bestselling book Be Healed is based on retired Catholic therapist Bob Schuchts’s popular program for spiritual, emotional, and physical healing. Incorporating elements of charismatic spirituality and steeped in scripture and the wisdom of the Church, this book offers hope in the healing power of God through the Holy Spirit and the sacraments.Schuchts, founder of the John Paul II Healing Center, sensitively shares his own journey of healing after enduring a series of betrayals in high school-his father’s infidelity, his parents’ divorce, his older brother’s drug addiction-and his subsequent periods of struggle with God and faith.Be Healed includes helpful tools such as charts, tables, lists, reflection questions, and personal challenges to guide you on your journey of healing. Schuchts’s trusted process for finding inner peace and healing is boldly Christ-centered, maintaining focus on the person of Jesus as “the life-giving and ever-present physician of our souls.” Schuchts will help you recognize your brokenness and find your hope and healing in the risen Christ. Review In Be Healed, Bob Schuchts takes the reader into the life of a changed man, sharing the story of how he received spiritual, psychological, and emotional healing. Our world, filled with brokenness and suffering, needs to experience the truth of Christs healing power! Reading this book will begin that encounter with Jesus. --Most Reverend Samuel J. Aquila, Archbishop of Denver Be Healed is an invitation to encounter the Lord as your healer. Bob Schuchts writes with humility and compassion, imparting wisdom gained from a lifetime of discovery of what it means to be whole in Christ and how to invite others to receive Gods healing presence. Be Healed will impart wisdom through real life stories, personal journey, and penetrating scriptural stories, all in an authentic Catholic context. Be Healed will open doors for you to look at life from the view of the Lords passion to see you liberated from those things that hold you back from being the person you were created to be. --Neal Lozano, Author of Unbound: A Practical Guide to Deliverance If you have struggled with physical and emotional issues, this book is for you. Be Healed will build hope and expectation that you can receive your healing. It takes a balanced approach to healing in Christ for the whole person and how you can live life to the fullest. --Gary Oates, Author of Open My Eyes, Lord This book deeply touched my heart and opened new levels of healing in my life. Whether you are just beginning your healing journey or have been walking this path for years, Be Healed will encourage, enlighten, challenge, and transform you in your encounter with Jesus Christ. I highly recommend it. --Sr. Miriam James Heidland, S.O.L.T., Author of Loved as I Am Be Healed will bring you into a deeper encounter with the Trinity and a new openness and freedom in every area of your life. --From the foreword by Rev. Mark Toups, Vicar general of the Diocese of Houma-Thibodaux About the Author Bob Schuchts is the bestselling author of Be Healed, Be Transformed, and Be Devoted. He is the founder of the John Paul II Healing Center in Tallahassee, Florida, and cohost of the Restore the Glory podcast with Jake Khym.After receiving his doctorate in family relations from Florida State University in 1981, Schuchts became a teacher and counselor. While in private practice, he also taught graduate and undergraduate courses at Florida State and Tallahassee Community College. Schuchts later served on faculty at the Theology of the Body Institute and at the Center for Biblical Studies-where he taught courses on healing, sexuality, and marriage-and was a guest instructor for the A...

-Titulo Original : Be Healed A Guide To Encountering The Powerful Love Of Jesus In Your Life-Fabricante : Ave Maria Press-Descripcion Original: Review “This book deeply touched my heart and opened new levels of healing in my life. Whether you are just beginning your healing journey or have been walking this path for years, Be Healed will encourage, enlighten, challenge, and transform you in your encounter with Jesus Christ. I highly recommend it.” --Sr. Miriam James Heidland, SOLT, author of Restored“Quite simply, this is one of the most important books I’ve ever read. It opened my heart and mind to my wounds, and to Jesus’s desire to heal them. I cannot recommend this book enough to every single person who walks the earth.” --Patrick Lencioni, founder of The Amazing Parish“Be Healed presents an excellent resource for parish staff and parish leaders who want to grow to understand Jesus’s core purpose of bringing healing to a broken world. Be Healed will ground you in the basics of healing and provide excellent material for teaching and preaching about Jesus’s power to heal.” --Tom Corcoran, coauthor of Rebuilt“Be Healed is a book I recommend frequently in my work as a therapist. It casts a vision for the underlying dynamics that contribute to our mental or emotional pain and maps the journey toward healing. This book is a mindset game-changer and will resonate deeply with anyone and everyone!” --Regina Boyd, licensed therapist and founder of Boyd Counseling Services First published almost ten years ago and now available in hardcover, the bestselling book Be Healed has established itself as the classic guide to spiritual healing.Based on retired Catholic therapist Bob Schuchts’s popular program at the John Paul II Healing Center, the bestselling book offers hope in the healing power of God through the Holy Spirit and the sacraments and incorporates elements of charismatic spirituality while being steeped in scripture and the wisdom of the Church.“Somewhere deep inside each one of us is a burning desire to finally become the person God created us to be.”Do you suffer from spiritual or emotional wounds that are keeping you from reaching that goal?Schuchts’s trusted process for finding inner peace and healing is boldly Christ-centered, maintaining focus on the person of Jesus as “the life-giving and ever-present physician of our souls.” Schuchts will help you recognize your brokenness and find your hope and healing in the risen Christ. Schuchts shares his own journey of healing after enduring a series of betrayals in high school-his father’s infidelity, his parents’ divorce, his older brother’s drug addiction-and his subsequent periods of struggle with God and faith.The book includes helpful tools such as charts, tables, lists, reflection questions, and personal challenges to guide you on your own healing. Be Healed is lauded as life-changing by such Catholic leaders as Sr. Miriam James Heidland, SOLT, Scott Hahn, Tom Corcoran, and Patrick Lencioni.This durable hardcover edition includes a new preface from the author. It is perfect for use by group leaders, individuals, and therapists and makes a great keepsake edition for gift-giving. About the Author Bob Schuchts is the bestselling author of Be Healed, Be Transformed, Be Devoted, and Be Restored. He is the founder of the John Paul II Healing Center in Tallahassee, Florida, and cohost of the Restore the Glory podcast with Jake Khym.After receiving his doctorate in family relations from Florida State University in 1981, Schuchts became a teacher and counselor. While in private practice, he also taught graduate and undergraduate courses at Florida State and Tallahassee Community College. Schuchts later served on faculty at the Theology of the Body Institute and at the Center for Biblical Studies-where he taught courses on healing, sexuality, and marriage-and was a guest instructor for the Augustine Institute. He volunteered in parish ministry for more than thirty years.He retired as a marriage and family therapist in December 2014.Schuchts has two daughters and ten grandchildre...

-Titulo Original : Behold A Guided Advent Journal For Prayer And Meditation-Fabricante : Ave Maria Press-Descripcion Original: Review “Ive had the great blessing to work with many spiritual leaders and writers, but Sr. Miriam stands uniquely apart. She is hands down the most gentle, peaceful, and naturally healing soul that I know. And what a beautiful gift she has given us in this Advent journey. She speaks to our hearts, to our brokenness, and to our needs in a way that only the Holy Spirit can. Praise God.” --Alex Jones, cofounder and CEO of Hallow “I am thrilled to support Sr. Miriam’s reflections on the Holy Family for Advent. She writes ‘He is born in the poverty and dirt of a stable.’ It is increasingly common for us to sanitize the stable scene as our abiding images of it are more often pristine statues and perfect stable scenes in the front of our Churches. The stable scene is quite the mess; thanks be to God. For this reason, you can confidently accompany Sr. Miriam as she invites you in these beautiful and prayerful Advent reflections to bring your own hearts to the stable. The stable is not a place for statues, it is a place where the Holy Family would like to meet you this Advent, in the flesh.” --Sr. Josephine Garrett, CSFN, licensed mental health counselor “From gift buying to meal planning it can be easy to get swept away with everything on my to-do list during Advent. But in the midst of the busyness of this season, this journal offers me space to reflect on my own story and the story of salvation. Sr. Miriam is a gentle guide and fellow traveler on the journey toward healing and the heart of Christ.” --Chloe Langr, host of the podcast Letters to Women Let the Holy Family be your light through Advent as you receive the healing power of Christ. In this beautiful guided journal for prayer and meditation, Sr. Miriam James Heidland, SOLT-author of the bestselling book Restore-will walk with you as you explore familial wounds with the help of Jesus, Mary, and Joseph. Behold features stunning original art by Josiah Henley of Heart of IESVS. Free weekly companion videos, a downloadable discussion guide, and other resources make this book perfect for parish-wide, individual, and book club use leading up to Christmas. Each week of Behold will focus on a different theme that you can connect to your life in a practical way: Week one: Motherhood-Receive Mary as your mother and let her tender love soften your heart toward your earthly mother; Week two: Fatherhood-Adopt Joseph as your father and embrace his loving strength as you seek healing in your relationship with your own father; Week three: Childhood-Become childlike with Jesus and remember the core of who you are as you release your inner joy and playfulness; and Week four: Stable-Restore peace and unity in your family and regain hope. Each day you will journey deeper into the meaning of Advent with a meditation, reflection questions, a prayer, and journaling space. About the Author Sr. Miriam James Heidland, SOLT, is a popular Catholic speaker, cohost of the Abiding Together podcast, and the author of the bestselling book Loved as I Am. A former Division I athlete who had a radical conversion and joined the Society of Our Lady of the Most Holy Trinity in 1998, Heidland has shared her story on EWTN’s The Journey Home, at numerous SEEK and Steubenville conferences, and at the USCCB’s Convocation of Catholic Leaders. In addition to speaking, Heidland has served in parish ministry and as the director of novices for her SOLT community. She also has served as an assistant to both her provincial and general superiors. Heidland earned a master’s degree in theology from the Augustine Institute and speaks extensively on the topics of conversion, authentic love, forgiveness, and healing. Josiah Henley is a Catholic illustrator and designer from Portland, Oregon. He earned a masters degree in architecture from Portland State University. His work is inspired by the ancient art and architecture of the Church, and aims to create contemporary images that honor her tradition. ...

-Titulo Original : 5-minute Prayers Around The Advent Wreath-Fabricante : Ave Maria Press-Descripcion Original: Review Families will learn and grow closer to God as they prepare for the coming of Christ with this practical, Advent prayer booklet.” --Jared Dees, founder of TheReligionTeacher “Beautiful, eloquent, and best of all, simple! It’s exactly what the family needs to enter more deeply into Advent and I look forward to using it at our house around our wreath of waiting.” --Rachel Bulman, Catholic speaker, retreat facilitator, and author “This little book is a treasure.” --Deacon Greg Kandra, creator of The Deacon’s Bench “What a lovely Advent resource! Lisa Hendey gives us a beautiful devotional that will feed many as they circle their Advent wreaths for quiet prayer and reflection. With rich scriptural excerpts and soulful prayers, this book gives the gift of spiritual refreshment to illuminate the season.” --Fran Rossi Szpylczyn, Catholic writer and retreat leader “As a Catholic school principal, I look for rich yet easy-to-use resources to share with my families every Advent. 5-Minute Prayers Around the Advent Wreath provides short, simple prayers with powerful messages that will fit our families’ busy lives nicely!” --Linda Wiley, principal at Holy Trinity School, San Pedro, California Spend just five minutes a day praying around your Advent wreath with popular author Lisa M. Hendey’s heart-felt reflections and you’ll experience the promise, renewal, and hope of the Advent season. Hendey-founder of CatholicMom -invites you to take up the centuries-old tradition of lighting candles and gathering around an Advent wreath in prayer with family and friends. These scripture-based devotions are perfect for any age and setting, and offer a few minutes of simplicity, focus, and sacred longing as you contemplate and prepare for the great gift of Christ’s birth. Each day includes an opening antiphon and a closing prayer, a scripture reading, a short reflection, and questions to ponder, journal about, or use in conversation. The compact size and affordable price make this booklet perfect for homes, classrooms, RCIA, youth groups, adult faith formation, campus ministry, and parish settings. About the Author Lisa M. Hendey is the founder of the award-winning CatholicMom . She is the bestselling author of multiple books for adults and children, including The Handbook for Catholic Moms, A Book of Saints for Catholic Moms, The Grace of Yes, I’m a Saint in the Making, and the Chime Travelers fiction series. Hendey has appeared on EWTN, CatholicTV, and as a part of the Momnipotent DVD series. Her work has appeared in Catholic Digest, National Catholic Register, and Our Sunday Visitor. Hendey travels internationally, giving workshops for adults and children. She has spoken at the Los Angeles Religious Education Congress, the Catholic Marketing Network, the University of Dallas Ministry Conference, the National Catholic Youth Conference, the Midwest Catholic Family Conference, and the National Council of Catholic Women. Selected as an Egan Journalism Fellow with Catholic Relief Services, Hendey has traveled, written, and spoken on behalf of CRS, Unbound, and other non-profit organizations to support their humanitarian missions in Rwanda, the Philippines, India, Tanzania, Kenya, and Columbia. She lives with her husband, Greg, in Los Angeles, California...

-Titulo Original : Oremus A Treasury Of Latin Prayers With English Translations (latin And English Edition)-Fabricante : Ave Maria Press-Descripcion Original: Review “Few things bring me that feeling of connection with our Catholic tradition like lifting up my heart to our Lord in Latin, and with Oremus Im finally confident enough to do it with consistency. This collection of prayers, in both Latin and English, has brought me closer to our Lord and his Church, and it will surely do likewise for everyone who adds it to their collection.” --Tommy Tighe, Author of The Catholic Hipster Handbook “In a materialist world that caters to every whim and trendy fashion, there is a longing in our hearts for the ancient and the transcendent. Praying in Latin connects the reader to Christians throughout the ages who have prayed the very same beautiful words no matter when or where they lived. This treasury makes Latin prayers accessible to the modern English-speaking reader.” --Haley Stewart, Catholic podcaster, blogger, and author of The Grace of Enough “This little treasury of Latin prayers is inviting and easy to use. It offers a beautiful selection from across the ages, and ranges from the very short and easy to memorize to longer prayers, litanies, and psalms. It is a joy to see this appear in print.” --John Cavadini, Director of the McGrath Institute for Church Life, University of Notre Dame “This book represents an inspiring continuation of the Second Vatican Council’s desire to form the faithful through a deeper appreciation of the Latin language. In a way both beautiful and accessible, Oremus provides a wealth of Catholic prayers for the People of God. It is a valuable addition to any home library and a wonderful aid for those who wish to familiarize themselves with the Church’s premier language of prayer and worship.” --Fr. Blake Britton, Priest of the Diocese of Orlando, Florida, Word on Fire blog contributor Oremus allows Catholics to experience anew-or for the first time-the beauty and rich spiritual heritage of the language used for almost two-thousand years in the scriptures, liturgy, and prayers of the Church. Traditional Latin prayers such as the Ave Maria, Sancte Michael, and Tantum Ergo are presented side-by-side with their literal English translations in this extraordinary collection. Pope Francis’s Twitter account in Latin has grown from 100,000 followers in 2013 to more than almost a million in 2020; and there is a growing interest by Catholics to learn traditional prayers in Latin. Oremus is a collection of cherished prayers in Latin-the exact words prayed by many of the saints over the centuries-including: The prayers of the Rosary-Pater Noster, Gloria Patri, and Salve Regina; Prayers for Eucharistic Adoration-O Salutaris, Laudes Divinae, and Anima Christi; Prayers for morning, evening, and night-Benedictus, Magnificat, Nunc Dimittis; Favorite psalms and Gospel Sequences; Prayers used by St. Louis de Montfort in his preparation for Total Consecration to Mary-Veni Creator and Ave Maris Stella; and Prayers of and to saints-Te Deum and Suscipe. Oremus includes an introduction, ecclesiastical Latin pronunciation guide, index, and accent markings throughout the text. It can be used as a prayer book for individuals, classrooms, families, and small groups. About the Author Since 1990, translator Christopher Bailey has worked as a writer and editor on books, including The Grail Code and Praying the Psalms with the Early Christians, both with popular Catholic author Mike Aquilina. Bailey is a graduate of the great books program at St. John’s College in Annapolis, Maryland...

-Titulo Original : Be Transformed The Healing Power Of The Sacraments-Fabricante : Ave Maria Press-Descripcion Original: Review With the gentleness gained from years of ministering to the needs and wounds of others, Bob Schuchts introduces you to the healing power of the sacraments in a powerfully eye-opening way. Be Transformed explains how the graces from all seven sacraments impact your daily life and how they can heal deep wounds of rejection, confusion, and abandonment. In doing so, you come to understand your true identity in Christ. After reading this book, you will realize that your deepest longings are themselves a longing for the sacraments. --Christopher West, Founder and president of The Cor Project, Cofounder of the Theology of the Body Institute For many people, the sacraments stand at a distance as a formality to the Christian life. Not fully understanding the ministry of Christ, the apostles, and the Church over the past two thousand years, many are unaware of what and who the sacraments really are and the powerful role they play in the life God designed for each of us. In this book, Bob Schuchts has recaptured the meaning and beauty of the sacraments and the powerful work of Christ through them. Be Transformed is a book that will stand the test of time and truly transform people’s lives. This book has renewed my faith in Christ and the Church and instilled in me a new vigor for the sacraments, and Im certain it will for you! --Paul George, Founder of Adore Ministries What a beautifully simple and transforming book! Sadly, many Catholics dont understand and, more importantly, dont experience the full grace and power contained in the sacraments. God desires to transform, heal, and make holy his people, and he so often chooses to bring this about in the sacraments of the Church. With each sacrament, Bob Schuchts marvelously reveals the often-unseen healing grace contained within the sacraments. He goes on to show that this grace is present for all people who open their hearts to receive it. --Rev. Dave Pivonka, T.O.R., Author of Breath of God Be Transformed offers a fresh and original way of understanding the ancient Catholic tradition that the sacraments heal the wounds of fallen human nature. In a world where so many have experienced deep hurts, this book is exactly what is needed! Through personal testimonies and clear explanations, Schuchts shows how every one of the sacraments can be the means of a personal encounter with the Lord Jesus, the physician of our souls and bodies. --Mary Healy, Author of Men and Women Are from Eden Bob Schuchts has masterfully illumined the healing and restorative power of the sacraments--these transforming rivers of grace that bring us into the abundant life. For lifelong Catholics or anyone who has ever wondered, Does anything really happen to me when I receive the sacraments? this book is for you! --Sr. Miriam James Heidland, S.O.L.T., Catholic speaker and author of Loved As I Am Winner of a 2018 Catholic Press Association Award: Sacraments. (First Place). How can Christians grow spiritually in the midst of our sinfulness? How can we transform our lives in a way that allows us to share in the resurrection of Jesus? God has already given us the perfect solution-the sacraments. Whether it is the wound of past hurts, the strain in our relationships, or the stress of daily life, we all need to be comforted and made whole by Christ. In this follow-up to his bestselling Be Healed, Bob Schuchts explains how the sacraments can fuel your emotional and spiritual healing and bring you closer to God. Based on more than thirty-five years of experience as a therapist and decades spent in parish ministry, Schuchts demonstrates how each of the seven sacraments can be a life-changing encounter with Christ, communicated through the power of the Holy Spirit. He pairs each healing sacrament with one of the seven deadly wounds that emanated from original sin in the Garden of Eden. We perpetuate and deepen those wounds each time we sin, but the sacraments are God’s remedy f...

-Titulo Original : Return A Guided Lent Journal For Prayer And Meditation-Fabricante : Ave Maria Press-Descripcion Original: Review “In Return, Fr. John Burns reminds us that Lent is meant to be hard-that we are supposed to forget ourselves and give everything weve got to loving God through prayer, fasting, and almsgiving. This journal challenges you to take a hard look at your relationship with God and to set goals for moving closer to him through the sacraments, prayer, and liturgy.” --Kristin Reilly and Jill Greenwood, founders of Many Hail Marys at a Time “This journal invites us into deep, intimate union with our Lord, which bears fruit in every area and aspect of our lives. Because of Fr. John Burnss heart and desire to communicate and convey the goodness and mercy of God, the depth of our love can go places we never even knew existed as we practice the beautiful Catholic notions of fasting, penance, and self-sacrifice. This is a Lenten journey you wont forget.” --Jenna Guizar, founder and creative director of Blessed Is She ; “Simple and direct, Return evokes the deepest calling of Lent: to repent and believe. This journal will challenge you every day of Lent and in doing so, transform your relationship with God. Rooted in the prayers of the Mass, this resource can easily be used in conjunction with the daily Mass readings and parish life.” --Fr. Josh Johnson, host of the Ask Fr. Josh podcast “The mission of Lent is to journey forty days and on Easter Sunday to be more like Christ. Fr. John Burns has once again delivered a deep interior dive not only into the heart of Christ but also our own hearts-a must-read for anyone wanting to get the most out of their Lenten season.” --Sarah Swafford, author of Emotional Virtue Reorient your mind and heart this Lent so you can more fully experience the joy of Easter-Christ’s victory over sin and death. In this beautiful guided journal for prayer and meditation, Fr. John Burns-author of the bestselling and award-winning book Adore-invites you to strip away your confusion, attachments, and sin so you can return to the Lord and undergo real and lasting conversion. In the liturgy’s first reading on Ash Wednesday, the prophet Joel call us to wholehearted conversion: “Even now, says the Lord, return to me, with your whole heart, with fasting and weeping and mourning, rend your hearts, not your garments, and return to the Lord, your God” (Jl 2:12-13). Each week throughout Lent, Burns breaks down these two verses: Week 1, return to me-recognize the need to reorient our lives through Lent; Week 2, return to me with your whole heart-reorient not only the mind but also the heart to the Lord; Week 3, return to me with fasting-acknowledge hardness of heart and the value of discipline; Week 4, return to me with weeping and mourning-bring forward personal agonies and unbind hidden bitterness that divides us from God; and Week 5, Rend your hearts, not your garments, return to the Lord, your God. Then, during Holy Week and the Resurrection on Easter, you are invited to weave your own stories into that of the Paschal Mystery. Burns uses the opening prayer of each day’s Mass-called the Collect-as a starting point for your meditations through the forty days leading up to Easter Sunday. He also focuses on the traditional Lenten practices of prayer, fasting, and almsgiving, which come together as our sacred penance during this solemn season, and ultimately lead us to heaven. Each day of Return includes the prayer from the Collect, an inspiring meditation, thought-provoking reflection questions, and a prayer. There’s plenty of space for journaling as well. Return features stunning original art by Josiah Henley of Heart of IESVS. Free weekly companion videos, a downloadable discussion guide, and other resources make this book perfect for parish-wide, individual, and book club use leading up to Easter. About the Author Fr. John Burns is a priest of the Archdiocese of Milwaukee and author of the bestselling book Lift Up Your Heart: A 10-Day Personal Retreat with St. Francis de Sales. Ordained in 20...

-Titulo Original : Jesus, Companion In My Suffering Reflections For The Lenten Journey-Fabricante : Ave Maria Press-Descripcion Original: Review “Joyce Rupp is a soul midwife, guiding us with a gentle but strong hand as we struggle to birth something new from the depths of ourselves. Our griefs, large and small, are safe here; we can trust they will be tended with care. Jesus, Companion in My Suffering is the Lent book we have long needed.” --Shannon K. Evans, author of Rewilding Motherhood “Visiting the heart of Joyce Rupp remains a pleasure. She owns her limitations, which make mine feel less lonely, and her God-names are inventive: ‘Surprising Healer,’ ‘Unexpected Visitor,’ ‘Keen Listener.’ The quick daily plunge of spiritual direction in this book is bracing. Disappointment, failure, and being out of control are never taboo.” --Alice Camille, author of Working Toward Sainthood: Daily Reflections for Lent “We all suffer, and we are all called at times to minister to others who are suffering. Reading and sharing these reflections will help us reflect on our own suffering and also to bring the love of Christ into the lives of people who are suffering.” --Deacon Ed Shoener, compiler and editor of When a Loved One Dies by Suicide Lent can be a time of bearing heavy burdens, of carrying the worries, pains, and sorrows that weigh on our hearts. Joyce Rupp reminds us that even though we may feel alone during these times of personal distress, we have the loving, empathetic, and ever-present companionship of Jesus by our side. In Jesus, Companion in My Suffering, Rupp-bestselling author of several books on grief, loss, and suffering, including Praying Our Goodbyes and Jesus, Friend of My Soul-will guide you to see Jesus not only as someone who understands deeply what you have experienced but also as a teacher whose wisdom you can apply to your own life. By allowing Jesus to accompany you in times of trial, Rupp says, you’ll be encouraged to move toward more compassion for yourself and others. For each of the forty days of Lent, Rupp offers a brief reflection on a story from the life of Jesus, applying his actions and teachings to our own experiences. She also includes a prayer and daily intention that invites us to spiritual growth and to reach fuller depths in our faith. Questions for personal reflection or group discussion are included. About the Author Joyce Rupp is well known for her work as a writer and spiritual midwife. She serves as a consultant for the Boundless Compassion program. Rupp is the author of numerous bestselling books, including Praying Our Goodbyes, Open the Door, Return to the Root, and Jesus, Friend of My Soul. Her 2018 book, Boundless Compassion, won awards from the Association of Catholic Publishers and the Catholic Media Association. Her books Fly While You Still Have Wings and Anchors for the Soul also have earned CMA awards. She is a member of the Servite (Servants of Mary) community...

-Titulo Original : Prepara Tu Corazon Un Diario De Adviento Guiado Para La Oracion Y La Meditacion -Fabricante : Ave Maria Press-Descripcion Original: Únete al padre Agustino Torres, CFR, fundador de Corazon Puro, en un viaje multimedia de Adviento dirigido por los santos y la Sagrada Familia para prepararte para entrar en la historia del nacimiento de Cristo a traves de la oracion, la caridad y los actos gozosos de servicio a los necesitados. Prepara tu corazon presenta impresionantes obras de arte originales de Valerie Delgado de Pax.Valerie e incluye meditaciones diarias sobre un pasaje de las Escrituras, preguntas de reflexion, oracion y espacio para escribir un diario y tomar notas. Durante cada semana de Adviento, emprenderas un nuevo camino informado por la espiritualidad franciscana para guiarte a acercarte a Dios: Primera semana, el camino de Nazaret: una espiritualidad que te sintoniza con las necesidades de los demas y la presencia oculta de Dios. Segunda semana, el camino de los santos: presenta a santa Lucia, san Nicolas, san Juan Diego y Nuestra Señora de Guadalupe, cuyas fiestas caen durante el Adviento; te enseñaran a vivir con intencionalidad, humildad y devocion. Tercera semana, el camino de san Jose: revela la valentia creativa del padre adoptivo de Jesus, enseñandote como el hace para cada uno de nosotros un hogar en el corazon de Dios. Cuarta semana, el camino de Maria: un tutorial para aprender a decir si al llamado de Dios en tu vida y confiar en su providencia amorosa. Prepara tu corazon es perfecto tanto para uso individual como grupal. Incluye videos complementarios gratuitos; ideas para celebrar los domingos de Adviento en familia, con amigos y en pequeños grupos; y una guia para lideres descargable esta disponible en avemariapress . El libro, los videos, la guia del lider y la guia familiar estan disponibles en ingles tambien...