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The St. Clare Prayer Book: Listening for God's Leading

Author : Jon M. Sweeney

Publisher : Paraclete Press

Page : 209 pages

File Size : 32,76 MB

Release : 2007-02-01

Category : Religion

ISBN : 1557259542

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For all who love St. Francis and his spirit of passionate creativity and devotion to God, this prayer book is an invitation to experience the spiritual gifts of one of his closest companions. Clare was a deep, ready source of wisdom—a well to Francis's river. Discover the spirituality of St. Clare and how it complements that of St. Francis. Enter into a week of morning and evening prayer centered on themes from Clare's life. Pray with Clare's own words in a variety of occasions. And enjoy a special appendix that dramatizes what it might have been like to be there on that first night when Clare fled to the little chapel called Portiuncula to become a brother, and much more.



The St. Clare Prayer Book

Author : Jon M. Sweeney

Publisher : Paraclete Press

Page : 152 pages

File Size : 37,31 MB

Release : 2007-01-01

Category : Religion

ISBN : 1557259534

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For all who love St. Francis and his spirit of passionate creativity and devotion to God, this prayer book is an invitation to experience the spiritual gifts of one of his closest companions. Clare was a deep, ready source of wisdom—a well to Francis's river. Discover the spirituality of St. Clare and how it complements that of St. Francis. Enter into a week of morning and evening prayer centered on themes from Clare's life. Pray with Clare's own words in a variety of occasions. And enjoy a special appendix that dramatizes what it might have been like to be there on that first night when Clare fled to the little chapel called Portiuncula to become a brother, and much more.



A Guide for Listening and Inner-Healing Prayer

Author : Rusty Rustenbach

Publisher : Tyndale House

Page : 194 pages

File Size : 42,53 MB

Release : 2014-02-27

Category : Religion

ISBN : 1612911013

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Inner healing is an important part of the Gospel message. You can supernaturally experience healing by exposing the hidden lies that keep you in bondage. This workbook study presents a framework within which you can learn to pray, listen, and receive God’s healing in a progressive step-by-step process. Its practical instruction, examples, and personal stories can empower you to deliberately listen to God in ways that bring deep nurture, assurance, and inner healing. Jesus said, “The truth will set you free.” Take Him at His word and experience inner healing. Includes questions for discussion and personal reflection.



The St. Francis Prayer Book: A Guide to Deepen Your Spiritual Life

Author : Jon M. Sweeney

Publisher : Paraclete Press

Page : 169 pages

File Size : 16,74 MB

Release : 2004-02-01

Category : Religion

ISBN : 155725737X

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This warm-hearted little book is a window into the soul of St. Francis, one of the most passionate and inspiring followers of Jesus. "Prayer was to Francis as play is to a child: natural, easy, creative, and joyful," author Jon Sweeney tells us. "Before it became common to speak in personal terms of a relationship with God, Francis did so and made it seem natural." With this guide, readers will: Pray the words that Francis taught his spiritual brothers and sisters to pray. Explore Francis's time and place and feel the joy and earnestness of the first Franciscans. Experience how it is possible to live a contemplative and active life, at the same time.



The St. Therese of Lisiuex Prayer Book

Author : Vinita Hampton Wright

Publisher : Paraclete Press

Page : 129 pages

File Size : 25,30 MB

Release : 2008-01-01

Category : Religion

ISBN : 1557259569

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The wisdom of St. Thérèse of Lisieux—for all who want to pray How did this saint's precious—even precocious—childhood devotion to God develop into such wisdom? Thérèse Martin entered a Carmelite convent at age 15 and died of tuberculosis at age 24. In that short time, her "little flower" of a life came into vibrant, spiritual bloom. Millions of people know and adore St. Thérèse—the world's most popular saint during the first half of the 20th century—from her autobiography, The Story of a Soul, an international bestseller. This warm, wise little book will help you to discover firsthand how to receive God's presence and love. You will: • Walk with Thérèse through days of humility, suffering, beauty, and spiritual sensitivity. • Discover how, through prayer and growing faith, you too can follow your own Little Way to authentic Christian experience.



Catholic Heart Day by Day

Author : Father Richard Beyer

Publisher : Paraclete Press

Page : 329 pages

File Size : 16,96 MB

Release : 2011-06-01

Category : Religion

ISBN : 1557259712

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Book Description

These stories of Catholic faith will inspire you to live courageously. May these stories of grace and courage find their way into your heart each morning. May they influence the way that you treat others. They have the power to slowly transform your life over the course of the next year. A Catholic Heart Day by Day offers living love, inspiring action, and everday heroism. Father Richard's stories will take you from Nazi Germany to the American Heartland to the Jordan River, from Pearl Harbor to the beaches at Normandy, from ancient Israel to apparitions of the Blessed Virgin in Bosnia-Herzegovina. You will encounter extraordinary Catholics, including St. Edith Stein, St. Maximilian Kolbe, and America's St. Elizabeth Ann Seton. You will hear a child's words of trust in God, the last words of a martyred priest, the favorite prayer of Pope John Paul II, and the startling words of Mother Teresa to the U.S. Congress.



Calm the Soul: A Book of Simple Wisdom and Prayer

Author : The Poor Clares

Publisher : Hachette Books Ireland

Page : 283 pages

File Size : 38,45 MB

Release : 2012-10-18

Category : Body, Mind & Spirit

ISBN : 1444743783

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'An inspiring book of simple spirituality' Galway Advertiser Originally published a decade ago, the number one bestseller Calm the Soul: A Book of Simple Wisdom and Prayer was written by the Poor Clares, Galway with the intention of showing us how prayer and moments of quiet contemplation can help us find solace and calm in today's busy world. Now, this specially updated edition brings the original reflections on familiar prayers such as the Our Father, Hail Mary and the Rosary, and prayers for special intentions such as depression and self-esteem, together with new material on issues such as anxiety and social media and a section on some of the sisters' favourite saints. This timeless book of spirituality presents simple ways we can introduce more prayer to our days and, in doing so, live with more peace and happiness.



The Way of Mary: Following Her Footsteps Toward God

Author : Mary Ford-Grabowsky

Publisher : Paraclete Press

Page : 173 pages

File Size : 11,29 MB

Release : 2007-01-01

Category : Religion

ISBN : 1612612261

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The way of Mary is to follow in her footsteps. Christians of all denominations are rediscovering the significance of the mother of Jesus, as films such as The Nativity Story and The Passion of the Christ portray her life in new and startling ways. Written for a popular audience, Mary Ford-Grabowsky's new book shares the wisdom of a lifetime of devotion to Mary. These new devotions, all of them inspired by the scenes and stories of the Gospels, comment on Mary's extraordinary life on earth and momentous influence on the human heart, male or female, ever since. Arranged in a two-week cycle, each of these devotions includes meditation, reflection, prayer, visualization, and ideas for freeing the creative spirit. SPIRITUAL PRACTICES FOR FOLLOWING MARY'S PATH Day 1: The Annunciation, Day 2: The Visitation, Day 3: The Magnificat, Day 4: The Nativity, Day 5: Mary Ponders Things in Her Heart, Day 6: Simeon's Prophecy, Day 7: Meeting a Women Prophet, Day 8: Becoming Refugees, Day 9: Finding her Missing Son, Day 10: Taking Charge at Cana, Day 11: At the Cross, Day 12: Jesus Speaks to Mary from the Cross, Day 13: Waiting for the Spirit, Day 14: Receiving the Spirit at Pentecost. The new spirituality of Mary contained in this book will help readers learn that drawing closer to the mother of Jesus is a way to attain a holiness that is unlimited and a joy that can never end.



Clare of Assisi

Author : Ilia Delio

Publisher :

Page : 0 pages

File Size : 17,65 MB

Release : 2007

Category : Religion

ISBN : 9780867167894

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Delio illustrates how Clare, through her life, her writings, letters, prayer, and example, is truly a mystic who helped generations of Catholics clearly see how Christ took on human flesh, not just to suffer and die for them, but to help them reflect back the face of Christ to the world. (Catholic)



The Complete Francis of Assisi

Author : Jon M. Sweeney

Publisher : Paraclete Press

Page : 358 pages

File Size : 39,81 MB

Release : 2018-08-01

Category : Biography & Autobiography

ISBN : 1612617360

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There are many editions of the writings of St. Francis, and biographies about him, but here in one volume are both, plus the complete text of the late medieval work, The Little Flowers, which did more to establish the legend of the man than any other work. This "Paraclete Giants" edition includes the complete Road to Assisi, Paul Sabatier's ground-breaking and foundational biography of the saint, first published in French in 1894 and re-issued and expanded in 2002; the complete Francis in His Own Words: The Essential Writings; and The Little Flowers, thus offering the best introduction to St. Francis yet available between two covers. Other Paraclete Giants include The Complete Julian of Norwich and The Complete Introduction to the Devout Life, both translated and introduced by Fr. John-Julian, OJN.