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Despite the fact that tremendous strides have been made to reduce human suffering and efforts to alleviate human anguish continue onward, we are still living in an unfinished, evolving world filled with pain, frustration, loss, grief, and adversity. Based on the spirituality of Teilhard de Chardin, this book addresses the question: How are those who suffer called to live with and understand their pain? This book shows how it is possible that those who suffer can, by transforming the tremendous potential energy hidden in their pain, become coworkers with God in bringing our world to more fullness of life, even as they suffer. With the new spirituality presented in Teilhard de Chardin--Seven Stages of Suffering, one realizes that the very principle and purpose of human life on Earth has shifted from a traditional focus on saving your soul and getting to heaven, to one of contributing one's whole life and efforts--including our suffering and pain--to God's grand evolutionary project +

A book on contemplation, Tears of an Innocent God invites the reader to explore the ways of the One who would have us perceive, listen, and love as Christ did, and still does: not by imitation, but through a gradual inner transformation.

Through the three areas of calling, formation and ordination, and ministry, The Heart of the Diaconate outlines what those who are considering the diaconate must possess if it is truly going to be an effective and vibrant ministry within the church. With a focus on availability to both prayer and ministry, the future of the diaconate must be mystical, youthful, and possessing one evangelical question, "Where has the gospel yet to reach, and how may I announce it in those places?" +

Provides the reader with the only available overview of Thomas Merton's photographs while also offering a highly accessible introduction to Merton as a photographer. Includes quotations from his writings to accompany some of the photographs, to aid readers in stopping, reflecting, and seeing.

Children are visual creatures, and more likely to want to read a book that is beautifully illustrated than one that is nondescript and bland. Here is a book that will appeal to delight their sense of color and design, while introducing them to the Bible.

Outlines the significant influences that have led Cardinal Kasper to call Francis a pope leading a radical revolution of tenderness and love radical because it is rooted in the gospel.

Typically, Jesus has been relegated to stories in the Bible. But Peek-a-boo Jesus! allows our Lord to come alive through this enjoyable interactive lift-the-flap offering. It suggests a unique perspective on Jesus, making him real for children through the game of Peek-a-boo. This lovely non-denominational option for parents introduces Jesus as a real person who loves us now and forever. What makes this book different: --Format: using the lift-the-flap format --Education: There are currently no titles that use the game of Peek-a-boo to help children understand the permanency of Jesus. --Love: The uniqueness of this book is that is uses the basic tenet of love to introduce Jesus. --Fun: This book provides a fun and interactive way to learn about Jesus. --Understanding: teaching them in simple words and engaging illustrations that Jesus is a real person and he loves them. +

Filled with hidden picture puzzles and other activities, this book makes learning prayers fun. The hidden picture puzzles correspond to specific lines in the Our Father, Hail Mary, and Glory Be, helping children to connect with the meaning of the prayers. Other activities include word searches, coloring pages, mazes, and match-the-picture. Each activity has a short paragraph connecting the activity to the prayer. The reproducible sheets make is a perfect learning tool for the classroom. +

This book is a tender child's prayer rejoicing in God's love and guidance at the end of the day. - Angels are a symbol of God's love and protection. - A wonderful way to end the day. - A simple way of learning to pray. - It helps to establish the habit of evening prayer. - Teaches children that they are in God's care. +

This book will help children know Jesus and his love for them through simple, yet fun, biblically based activities built around the "Jesus Loves Me" song.

Written in a kid-friendly and kid-relevant style, this book teaches young people how and why to make Jesus our leader. It provides practical ways to help the child become a better follower, and deepens the child's appreciation for the most intimate way we come in union with Jesus - the Holy Eucharist. It is aimed at children aged 8-12 years.

Based on a true story of what healed traumatized orphans during World War II, this children's book helps children to heal their hurts and create a nonviolent world, where we can all give and receive life and love. It also includes a section for parents and other caregivers at the end, to help guide them in supporting their children.

While inviting children to draw pictures of Bible stories, the saints, and their favorite part of the Mass, this book provides an explanation of the liturgical seasons, including the significance of colors, holy days, and feast days. It is useful for children of ages 7-11.

Following the success of best-selling "Child's Guide" series, the author presents the seven sacraments in simple and understandable terms, based on the truths of the Catechism. Aimed at youngsters aged between 5 and 9 years, she tells the story of Dominic, a little boy who has a school assignment to do a report on the seven sacraments.

Child's Guide to First Holy Communion is a picture book aimed at children who are preparing to receive this important sacrament for the first time.

This book takes kids on a journey from Ash Wednesday through Pentecost, engaging them at every point through activities while introducing and reinforcing the richness of their heritage.

Here are twenty of the best-loved Catholic prayers in a collection given a fresh look with all-new illustrations that both delight the eye and suggest new meaning. With Bishop Robert Morneau as editor, parents and teachers alike can be reassured this is a trustworthy source of enduring Catholic beliefs.

Elaine Murray Stone explores the life of Maximilian Kolbe, who gave his life at Auschwitz.

Who has not heard of St. Patrick's Day? It's the day of the 'wearing of the green!' Stores sell shamrocks and clover, there are parades and celebrations, and in every school across the United States, youngsters and adults wear something green on St. Patrick's Day. But few know the actual story about this remarkable man.

A child learns that he must let go of hurt feelings and not let them grow big.

Thomas Merton's thought-provoking book is a series of essays about various Amerindian cultures. +

At a time when many more students around the world are taking courses and seminars in theology and religious studies, some can be confused about the meaning of basic and even very important theological terms. To help relieve this situation, the dictionary identifies and clarifies a thousand central terms, providing necessary information about their origin, the history of their usage, and their place in the story of Christianity. Fresh in its language and ecumenical in its style, this dictionary has already proved itself a valuable resource for thousands of students and teachers of theology and religious studies. The third, enlarged edition adds some further entries, updates other entries, includes two timelines, and indicates some essential bibliographical resources (both printed and online). Highlights: - Shorter and more accessible than larger theological dictionaries and encyclopedias that often run to many volumes - Balanced and ecumenical in perspective - Offers essential and up to date information on Eastern Christianity - Includes essential information from the Bible and the history of Christianity - Includes some of the very latest information and "breaking news" in theology +

The goal of the Symposium Toward Healing and Renewal which took place at the Pontifical Gregorian University in Rome from 6-9 February 2012, was to help bishops, religious superiors, and others in positions of special responsibility to make an honest examination of conscience, as requested by the Pope.

Here is a collection of papers that were presented at a conference, Vatican II: A Universal Call to Holiness, sponsored by Paulist Press and Sacred Heart University. Seven of the presentations are based on the seven speeches given by several cardinals at the conclusion of the council on December 8, 1965.