Books - Spring 2002 - page 02

Prayer Primer
$12.95

Igniting A Fire Within

Fr. Thomas Dubay, a renowned teacher and writer on prayer and the spiritual life, presents a simple, profound and practical book on the most important of all human activities, communion with God.

Prayer Primer is written for intelligent adults (and teenagers) who want God and a serious prayer life, but it does not presuppose that they need or have a theological background. It does take up many questions rarely answered adequately in the classroom or from the pulpit, often not mentioned at all: Why pray? (be ready for some surprises) ? Why vocal prayer is important and yet should be limited ? What contemplation is and is not ? Praying with Scripture ? Family prayer - even how to introduce children to group meditation ? Prayer in a busy life ? Pitfalls and problems - together with solutions ? Buddhism? New Age? Centering prayer? ? What should you do when dry and empty and not at all inclined to pray? How do you even get started? ? Where and how to begin? ? Assessing progress ? Growing in depth. All of these subjects, and more, are clearly and concisely explained for citizens of this 21st century.

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Catholic Family Bible
$89.95
The Revised Standard Version-Catholic Edition (the Ignatius Bible), the text used in the Catechism of the Catholic Church, is now available for the first time as a deluxe Family Bible. This beautiful translation known for its accuracy, readability, and fidelity to tradition, is now printed in large, easy-to-read type, with over 180 full-color illustrations, and many special features including a 16 page Family record on genuine Parchtex paper; Old Master illustrations of Old Testament heroes and prophets; a ?pilgrimage in pictures? to important Shrines and the Holy Land; Full color sections with art and meditations on the Rosary and the Stations of the Cross; 48 inspiring pages on the Life of Christ as painted by the Old Masters; Study aids?including a 256 page Biblical Dictionary and Concordance; Deluxe side-sewn binding and beautifully gold-gilded page edges, and much, much more!

This extra-large size, glorious Bible with a cushioned, gold-stamped cover will last for generations! Now with the RSV-CE text and this superb quality you?ll have a Bible that is sure to speak for generations?clearly and elegantly.

Ivory or Black?

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An Exorcist: More Stories
$14.95
by Fr. Gabriele Amorth. Following up his international best-selling book, An Exorcist Tells His Story , Fr. Gabriele Amorth, the renowned chief exorcist of Rome, expands on some of the key topics of his previous book, covering important details about demonic or occult issues. He uses concrete examples from his own experiences and those of other exorcists to illustrate and substantiate his points.

Since satanic sects, occultism, séances, fortune-tellers and astrologers are so widespread today, Father Amorth asks the question why is it so difficult today to find an exorcist, or a priest who is an expert in this field? The example and the teaching of Christ is very clear, as is the tradition of the Church. But today?s Catholics are often misinformed.

Exorcisms are reserved for appointed priests, while all believers can make prayers of liberation. What is the difference? What norms must be followed? What problems are still open and unresolved in this field?

The new book by Father Amorth answers these and many other questions, supporting his discourse with a rich exposition of recent facts. A valuable, practical and instructive manual for priests and lay people, on how to help many who are suffering. 208 pages, softcover, Ignatius Press Spring 2002.

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Seven Secrets of Successful Catechists
$4.95
You can change young people's lives. Here's tested advice for every teacher. by Joseph D. White, Ph.D. Why do some catechists seem to hold kids spellbound, while others couldn't get their attention with a bullhorn? Dr. White has been a catechist himself for years, and he's also a trained psychologist who's made an intensive study of education theory. Putting all his experience and knowledge together, he shows you how you can make religious education fun for children, and - more important - how you can make it stick.

Each chapter shows you a different "secret" of successful religious education programs, always strongly rooted in proven principles of psychology and education theory. Even if you've been a catechist for years, you'll be surprised how much you can learn. And if you're a new catechist, this book is a lifesaver. Available as single copies or in a pack of 10. Paper, 64 pages. Our Sunday Visitor March 2002

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Homilies Kids Can See
$15.95
When kids won't listen, try these proven attention-grabbers by Msgr. Dermot R. Brennan. Children these days, says Msgr. Brennan, respond far more to visual images than to words. Give them something to watch - a puppet, a magic trick, even just a flashcard - and they'll remember the message. This collection of homilies that have actually been presented to kids of all ages will inspire you with new ideas for reaching out to young minds. An expert magician as well as a successful teacher, Msgr. Brennan shares his simple but amazingly effective techniques, along with the thinking behind them. Thorough and easy-to-understand instructions show you exactly how to do each presentation, step-by-step.

For any priest who has ever struggled to hold children's attention, for any teacher who has nearly given up, and for any parent who wonders why the kids won't listen, this book is a lifesaver. Paper, 176 pages. Pub.:Our Sunday Visitor

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Hobbit and The Lord of the Rings, The
$44.95
by J.R.R. Tolkien. Fantasy literature is all the rage these days, but there's little chance that any modern writer will equal The Lord of the Rings, the magnificent achievement of the great Catholic writer J.R.R. Tolkien. Now you can get this towering masterpiece of fantasy in a deluxe new boxed-set edition, featuring a text that is free of error and closer to Tolkien?s intentions than any version yet published.

To create The Hobbit and The Lord of the Rings, Tolkien did much more than simply plot out a story. He created an entire world?an enchanting world of fantastic creatures, wild landscapes, and dramatic events, all imagined with a fullness virtually unequalled in all literature. But the best feature about his writing is the strong Catholic sensibility that informs this long story from beginning to end, making it beloved by Catholics worldwide since its first appearance.

If you've never entered Middle Earth, here's your best chance yet. And if your kids are clamoring to see the new cinematic The Lord of the Rings , give them this edition. Meanwhile, if you?ve long loved Tolkien, now you can replace your well-worn copies with an edition that's made to last. Set of 4 books.

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