Summary of The Purpose of Christmas by Rick Warren

The Purpose of Christmas by Rick Warren. Howard Books, 2008. "Regardless of your background, religion, problems, or circumstances, Christmas really is the best news you could get. Beneath all the visible sights and sounds of Christmas are some simple … [Read more...]

Advice for Seminarians and Priests from The Priest is Not His Own by Fulton J. Sheen

1: Study "We must study to be priest-victims. This will attract more vocations!" (40) "Only labourers, not idlers, are acceptable instruments. The priest must study to perfect his mind, not wearying the people with stale repetitions" (81). 2: … [Read more...]

Summary of 33 Days to Morning Glory by Fr. Michael Gaitley

What is Marian Consecration? "Marian consecration is all about a new way of life in Christ. The act of consecrating oneself to Jesus through Mary marks the beginning of a gloriously new day, a new dawn, a brand new morning in one's spiritual journey. … [Read more...]

The Dimensions of the Church by Cardinal Avery Dulles

The Dimensions of the Church: A Postconciliar Reflection by Cardinal Avery Dulle. Newman Press, Westminster, MD, 1967. Introduction Cardinal Dulles book is a postconciliar reflection on the sacramental ecclesiology of Vatican II, as highlighted … [Read more...]