Books - 2009

This assault is not happening from accident or whim. It is happening because disaffected liberals have deliberately set out to upend our Judeo-Christian traditions. Indeed, they are determined to tear down the traditional norms, values, and institutions that have been part of American society from its founding. The cultural debris that these saboteurs have created will take decades to clean up.

In feisty prose, Donohue explores our nation where a college student is threatened with expulsion because she prayed on campus, a civil rights organization protests a statue of Jesus found on the ocean floor and a housewife sues a school district to stop the singing of Rudolph The Red-nosed Reindeer at a school choral production. These are just a few examples cited that demonstrate a culture descending into madness.

Donohue takes no prisoners as he digs out and exposes the groups behind this all-out attack on our Christian traditions. Among these are the radical atheists, the proponents of multiculturalism, the sexual libertines, the Hollywood elite with their not-so-hidden agenda and lawyers who collaborate for profit.

Publisher: FaithWords/Hachette Book Group
Author: William A. Donohue
Format: Hardcover, 272 pages
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Standard Size Paperback (5 1/2 x 8 inches)

Publisher: Tan/St. Benedict Press.
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God loves us and has given us the power to be instruments of His merciful love. This relevant and timely book gives the faithful a way to help so many people affected by war and violence--a way of helping through prayer.

Praying for Peace Around the Globe is a loving and thoughtful collection of prayers for those suffering in different parts of the world. Illuminating the unrest that affects so many souls, these prayers are written to ask God to watch over people in many countries across the globe. Each prayer is prefaced with historical information and background on the difficult issues and situations facing people in selected countries.

Combined with a process and service for interfaith prayers for peace and a calendar of anniversary dates of significant peacemaking or violent events in various countries, this book provides a way for the faithful to thank God for their many blessings and to embrace the world as Jesus did through hope for peace and love of God. Liguori Publications 2009, 128 Pages.

About the Author: Father Jacques Philippe is a “Shepherd” in the Communité du Lion de Juda in Rome. A priest since 1985, he regularly preaches retreats in France and abroad.

Scepter Press 2009 Paperback, 110 pages

In this engaging book of spiritual conferences, Bonaventure Perquin unlocks the mysteries of God’s Fatherhood. As he discusses the Father’s power, merciful love, wisdom, providence, faithfulness, will, and much more, he illustrates how God the Father leads His people to Himself through His wondrous deeds and gifts, particularly the sacrament of Baptism and the other sacraments. Today, when even many Catholics have trouble understanding what it means that God is our Father, Abba Father is more welcome — and more desperately needed — than ever. Scepter Publishers 2009 paperback 284 pages.

A twentieth-century Catholic activist, founder of the Catholic Worker movement and its newspaper, The Catholic Worker, and candidate for Sainthood are just a few descriptions of Dorothy Day. In this volume, Phyllis Zagano has compiled and arranged long and short selections from Dorothy Day's own writings which reflect her gospel-based spirituality. In addition, Dorothy Day: In My Own Words is illustrated with photographs from every stage of Dorothy Day's adult life. The corporal and spiritual works of mercy are an underlying theme.
Ligouri Publications, Hardcover 144 pages.

Here are four of the most popular Catholic devotions, accompanied by a short passage from Scripture to inspire meditation on each mystery. A short history of each devotion, plus instructions for how to pray it using traditional rosary beads, is given. Included are:

* The Chaplet of Divine Mercy
* The Franciscan Crown of Mary’s Joys
* The Seven Sorrows of Mary (The Servite Chaplet)
* The Rosary (including the Mysteries of Light)

“Don’t you share my problems with meditating on the mysteries of the life of Jesus and Mary? I lose my concentration easily. Sure, I start off fairly well at the beginning of each mystery; but before I realize it I’ve drifted off into thinking about some upcoming chore, such as my shopping list or some needed repairs at home. This book shows you how to read a quotation from Scripture before reciting each prayer of these four devotions. This method has enabled me to continually meditate on the specific mystery and still devoutly pray the intervening prayers. For me now, each prayer becomes the melody and the Bible verses the words to my spiritual song.” —Lucas J. Amato, S.F.O.
ACTA Publications 2009 Paperback 80 pages.

Fr. Benedict Groeschel, best-selling author and beloved spiritual teacher, writer, and psychologist, wrote this latest book for all those who have suffered great sorrow or catastrophe in their lives and for those close to such persons, who share their deep suffering. Sorrow comes into the life of every person, but only into the lives of some people comes catastrophe. These are disasters that occur either suddenly or with terrible effects, like the death of a child. They can be natural disasters like hurricanes, or they can be horrific accidents or tragedies caused by people's evil acts. They can also arise from wars and situations of great tension.

Fr. Benedict has written previously about faith and sorrow (Arise from Darkness) and seeks in this book to study catastrophes of all different kinds in relationship to our faith in divine providence, in God’s goodness and mercy, and finally in the light of Christ’s suffering and death. Christianity is the only religion which speaks of a God who suffered a terrible catastrophe—crucifixion and death. Therefore, the Christian must, in the midst of catastrophe, find his way to the foot of the cross, and there he will find answers which cannot be given by any other religious faith.

All religions attempt to deal with catastrophe, all confront the mystery of suffering and of evil. Christianity invites you to share the burden of your catastrophe with the person who is our Savior and Redeemer, one who Himself endured great pain and sorrow, the son of God, Jesus Christ.

“This deeply moving book draws upon Fr. Groeschel’s own experience of catastrophic suffering and his insight as a psychologist and spiritual director. It is a book much needed and will be used to support, to comfort and to pray.” — Cardinal Francis George, OMI Archbishop of Chicago

“This book helps us come to grips with the ongoing mysteries of evil in our lives that, if seen in the light of Christ’s death and Resurrection, are only steps to be embraced on our way to eternal life in heaven. A truly comforting and encouraging book to embrace the crosses that God allows to come our way.” — Rev. C. J. McCloskey Author, Good News, Bad News Ignatius Press 2009 Paperback 115 pages.

Increasingly, the future is becoming a theme for theological reflection. In the background we can detect a growing concern among many people for the future of faith. Does faith have any future at all, and, if so, where in all the confusion of today's trends will we discover its embryo?

But the problem of the future assails not only the believer. In the ever more rapidly advancing process of historical evolution, man is confronted with enormous opportunities, but also with colossal perils. For him, the future is not only hope, but sorrow—a nightmare, indeed. He cannot avoid asking what part faith can play in building tomorrow's world.

Joseph Ratzinger, now Pope Benedict XVI, approaches this problem of universal concern from a variety of angles, bringing his deep personal faith and theological brilliance to bear on these serious questions. Ignatius Press 2009 Hardcover 118 pages.

What is so special about Sacraments?
How did the rituals and traditions of the Mass get started?
Why do we have a pope?
What's the point of going to confession?

Father Joe Classen has heard all these questions and more from parishioners, fishing buddies, neighbors, and acquaintances. They seem to recognize right away that this straight-shooting and approachable young priest speaks a language they understand.

You will find real questions and direct answers from a passionate, engaging priest who wants nothing more than to share his love of the Faith in real life terms. Get to know what the Church teaches and why, and discover Father Joe's secret recipe for a happier, more fulfilling life.
Our Sunday Visitor 2009 Paperback, 240 pages.
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In this book of prayers, letters, poetry, rules of life, and testaments, Francis and Clare express their vision of the Gospel life. Included are numerous themes extremely appropriate for the Lenten and Easter seasons: penance, conversion, self-sacrifice, service, embracing the cross, the humility and charity of Christ, joy, new life, and mission. Through these daily meditations, Scriptural readings, and spiritual exercises, we follow two of the most influential figures in Church history.

Each selected writing is followed by a brief scripture passage, a fitting prayer, and a suggested action-making this book an ideal companion for daily use. The words and example of these two great saints will inspire readers faithfully to follow Christ to the cross so that, together with them, they might experience the joy and new life of Easter.

Pages: 128; Size: 5.5" X 8.25" Inches
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-Hearing Women's Voices
-Women in the New Testament
-Women of the Middle Ages
-Women of the Catholic Reformation and Early Modern Period
-Catholic Women in the Nineteenth and Twentieth Centuries
-Which Mary, Which Woman, Which Church?

Presented at the Sixth Annual Conference on the Catholic Church in the 21st Century in Kansas City on June 14, 2008

Paperback; 144 pp.
Liguori Publication, 2009
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As it shows how prayer and worship form the core of the spiritual renewal of the Catholic community, this book addresses these questions and more:

- I see people bow before the altar and tabernacle--is there a relationship between the altar and the Eucharist?
- My parish has processions--why are they important, and why don't all parishes have them?
- What is the difference between the Sacred Heart of Jesus and the Eucharistic Heart of Jesus?
- What is Benediction?
Paperback; 96 pp.
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As Catholics we are called to have an intimate knowledge of Jesus Christ and the Church as revealed in the Scriptures. Reading the Bible with the proper tools and in the appropriate context will help you grow in your love for the Faith and in your relationship with Jesus Christ himself, who is "the Word made Flesh," (John 1:1).

Publisher: Ascension Press; Paperback; 174 pages.
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Hawaii normally brings idyllic scenes of blue skies and white beaches to mind. But Hell invaded Paradise when the incurable disease leprosy was discovered there. An 1865 law segregated lepers by forcibly exiling individuals--even children--to the island of Molokai. It was onto these forlorn shores that Father Damien de Veuster stepped in the spring of 1873.

In an age in which an increasing number of people suffer their own personal exile on account of illness, handicap, or emotional distress, the shining example of Father Damien shows the true power of one person and how, when anchored in God's love, one person can impact the world--even among the horrors of decay and slow death. In so doing, he brought hope to the hopeless, ironically losing his own life for serving theirs.

Authers: Margaret & Matthew Bunson

Paperback; 288 pp.; Pub.: Our Sunday Visitor, 2009
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