The first autobiography ever written, and one of the most profound testaments of faith, ever. This book is the masterpiece from which all other Christian memoirs flow. Augustine's astonishing story remains as fresh as it did when he wrote it in the late fourth century. The Confessions still speaks with a clear, vivid and altogether distinctive voice to believers and seekers searching for the One who will give rest to their restless hearts. --James Martin, SJ, author of My Life with the Saints
The first autobiography ever written, and one of the most profound testaments of faith, ever. This book is the masterpiece from which all other Christ...
The original guide to practicing the presence of God
We must not grow weary of doing little things for the love of God, who looks not on the great size of the work, but on the love of it. In this classic work, which has instructed and inspired millions, a humble 17th-century monk reveals the secrets of daily, moment-by-moment fellowship with God. In the way of God, thoughts count very little, writes Brother Lawrence, who spent much of his monastic life in the kitchen. Love does it all. Full of realistic honesty, friendliness, and simplicity, Brother Lawrence shows...
The original guide to practicing the presence of God
We must not grow weary of doing little things for the love of God, who look...
This volume represents a contemporary English edition of John's rarely published work, "Ascent of Mount Carmel," a commentary on his entire spiritual vision.
This volume represents a contemporary English edition of John's rarely published work, "Ascent of Mount Carmel," a commentary on his entire spiritual ...
While in an ecstatic trance, Catherine of Siena dictated "The Dialog," presented here in a mildly modernized, edited form, which offers up petitions to God and provides insight on true and false spiritual emotion, obedience, and truth, revealing her famous image of Christ as the bridge.
While in an ecstatic trance, Catherine of Siena dictated "The Dialog," presented here in a mildly modernized, edited form, which offers up petitions t...
As word of the wisdom and purity of the Desert Fathers and Mothers spread throughout the Roman Empire, Christians streamed to the caves of these hermits, seeking counsel on the interior life. The hermits' ascetic practices and teachings were a shining witness to a living faith - offering wisdom for both monastic and lay Christians. Encouraging humility, patience, prayer, introspection, and love, the Desert Fathers and Mothers have influenced centuries of believers, showing how contemplative practice can reveal the true meaning of everyday life. "Let Christians care for nothing that they...
As word of the wisdom and purity of the Desert Fathers and Mothers spread throughout the Roman Empire, Christians streamed to the caves of these h...
Heavenly Love comes as a wound that is a gift of God.
Francis de Sales s spiritual masterpiece, "Treatise on the Love of God," was originally published in 1616 while he was Bishop of Geneva. This contemporary English edition preserves St. Francis s gentle prose, his enthusiasm for God, compassion, and good humor. For all spiritual pilgrims seeking comfort and guidance, this book offers the assurance that a deep and satisfying prayer life is not only possible, but within the reach of anyone who will accept what God is forever offering. "
Heavenly Love comes as a wound that is a gift of God.
Francis de Sales s spiritual masterpiece, "Treatise on the Love of God," was originally pub...
One of medieval mysticism's most original works, this book was written by a 14th-century anchoress whose fervent prayers triggered intense visions that continue to influence modern Christian thought.
One of medieval mysticism's most original works, this book was written by a 14th-century anchoress whose fervent prayers triggered intense visions tha...
Discussion around the bestseller The Benedict Option by Rod Dreher has led many people to want to know more about Benedictine principles.
Listen, my child. I want you to put the ear of your heart to the solid ground of the master's wisdom (what I received, I'm passing on to you). It's advice from a spiritual father who loves you--the sort of counsel you receive by letting it shape your whole life. Listening is hard work, but it's the essential work. It opens us up to the God we've rejected by only listening to ourselves. If you're ready to give up your addiction to...
Discussion around the bestseller The Benedict Option by Rod Dreher has led many people to want to know more about Benedictine principles.
