In The Way of Trust and Love, Jacques Philippe leads readers through a spiritual retreat inspired by the teachings and example of St. Thérèse of Lisieux, also known as "The Little Flower." Philippe captures Thérèse’s deep yet simple approach to … [Read more...]
One of the most challenging books I have ever read, mostly because a lot of the philosophies and heresies GK Chesterton speaks of, I've never heard of before. But, I was able to still take a lot of great info from this book. Here is some of it.The … [Read more...]
The following are some quotes I found worth meditating on: BOOK ONE - THOUGHTS HELPFUL IN THE LIFE OF THE SOUL "Vanity of vanities & all is vanity, except to love God & serve Him alone." "To think of one self as nothing & … [Read more...]
The Facts: Only 30% of Americans who were raised Catholic are still "practicing" - meaning they attend Mass at least once a month. Only 15% are at Mass on a given weekend. Nearly 4 times as many adults have left the Catholic Church as have … [Read more...]
Humility by Andrew Murray is a classic book on the virtue of humility. I was able to find an electronic copy of this book online here: http://www.cec-sd.org/materials/Humility_by_Andrew_Murray.pdf The following are some points I took from reading … [Read more...]
Called to holiness "You therefore, must be perfect, as your heavenly Father is perfect" (Mt. 5:48). 4 principles from Pope St. JPII to a basic understanding of the spiritual journey - [1] Union with God of this depth is totally unattainable … [Read more...]
Below is only the quotes and sections I found relevant. I left out the sections on proper exercises and workout routines. "Or know you not, that your members are the temple of the Holy Ghost, who is in you, whom you have from God; and you are not … [Read more...]
Frank Sheed’s Theology for Beginners is a concise, engaging, and accessible introduction to key theological concepts for those who seek a deeper understanding of God and the Catholic faith. In this book, Sheed invites readers to explore the profound … [Read more...]
In Wild at Heart, John Eldredge delves deep into the masculine soul, exploring the essential questions and desires that define what it means to be a man. The question that haunts every man Eldredge argues that the fundamental question haunting every … [Read more...]
Love - Prayer is the meeting of two loves - the love of God and the love of His child. Prayer will come when we fall in love with God. "We shall come to him and make our home with him" (John 14:23). When you are in love, only one person matters to … [Read more...]
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