Spirituality/Faith        

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1)  Abinante, Mary da Silva, Eggerman, Judith Robb, Holland, Mary Ann, Stone, J. Colm, OCD.  Where Your Treasure Is...Gems Of Catholic Spirituality For Our Time.  Seattle, Washington:  Ministry Center for Catholic Community, 1992.

      Reference Number:  01165

2)  Abinante, Mary da Silva, Eggerman, Judith Robb, Holland, Mary Ann, Stone, J. Colm, OCD.  God Saw that it was Good:  Work and leisure in Christian Life.  Seattle, Washington:  Ministry Center for Catholic Community, 1992.

      Reference Number:  A-00058

3)      Abramowicz, Danny.  Spiritual Workout of a  Former Saint.  Huntington, Indiana:  Our Sunday Visitor, 2004.

“It wasn't just talent that made Danny Abramowicz an All-Pro NFL receiver.  It was talent and a lot of hard work.  Blessed with athletic ability-and with parents who cherished and lived the Catholic faith Abramowicz poured his time and energy into making it in the National Football League.  Everything else-and everyone else-was a distant second.  Including his wife and three children.  Including God.  Spiritual Workout of a Former Saint  is more than the story of a recovering alcoholic grabbing on to-and working hard at-his second chance at a happy, spiritually rich life.  Here, derived from years of experience in the real world of men, is a practical, encouraging, step-by-step method to help you:  Increase your spiritual strength.  Add new life to your relationships with your spouse, family and friends.  Re-energize your soul as you deepen your love of Christ and His Church.”

Reference Number:  A-00079

4)  Bauerschmidt, Frederick.  Why the Mystics Matter Now.  Notre Dame, Indiana:  Sorin Books, 2003.

    "If you've ever wondered about the mystical writers, but found their writing inaccessible, then Why The Mystics Matter Now is for you. This inviting guidebook for contemporary readers serves as a primer to a body of wisdom that is often viewd as unapproachable, but, in fact, is still relevant to the problems we face today. Frederick Bauerschmidt starts where we are: in a disenchanted world. Then, drawing words from those particular mystics whose struggles and questions closely parallel our own, he reveals the meaning of their words in clear, practical ways. With an unconventional, engaging, and often playful style. Bauerschmidt strips away the barriers, making the mystics less intimidating and more accessible."

      Reference Number:  B-00228

5)  Bernardin, Joseph Cardinal.  The Gift of peace Personal Reflections.  Chicago, Illinois:  Loyola Press, 1997.

      Reference Number:  B-00115

6)  Cantalamessa, Raniero.  Life in Christ:  A Spiritual Commentary on the Letters to the Romans.  Intramuros, Manila:  Vineyard Publishing, 1990.

    "St. Paul's letters to the Romans holds a special place in Christian tradition. Life In Christ asks whether it could be the charter for the "new evangelization." Going straight to the heart of what animated Paul when he wrote it, it provides an itinerary for re-evangelization and renewal of faith, to be used by the whole of Christianity. "

      Reference Number:  C-00186

7)      Cruz, Joan Carroll.  Saintly Women of Modern Times.  Huntington, Indiana:  Our Sunday Visitor, 2004.

“Single, married, widowed, separated, abandoned, divorced…Childless, an unwed mother, a parent of many children, a stepmother…Born into high society, a member of the middle class, destitute…From Asia, Europe, Africa, Australia, the Americas.  None of the accounts in Saintly Women of Modern Time is a fairy tale, but each of the women ended up finding a Prince who loved her completely, a Prince who had been calling to her even as she had been searching for Him.  Each of these twentieth-century laywomen fell deeply in love with Christ, the Prince of Peace, and that made all the difference in the world-the difference in this world, and the next.  Pick a chapter-any chapter-and you'll want to read another and another and another.  Read the stories of a:  Maid-Teacher-Lawyer-Doctor-Writer-Philanthropist-Tailor-Embroiderer-Legion of Mary envoy-Paralyzed invalid-Musician-Carmelite tertiary-Rape victim-Movement foundress-Secretary-Junk dealer-Martyr.  Here are the women who prove that-no matter the circumstances-a life of heroic virtue is possible.  A life that centers on Our Lord and His Blessed Mother, a life of sanctity and of service to others.”

Reference Number:  C-00213

8)      D’Arcy, Paula.  Sacred Threshold:  Crossing the Inner Barrier to a Deeper Love.  New York, New York:  Crossroad Publishing Company, 2004.

“The power of story and the power of love.  Four stories, in face-stories that invite us to reconsider the nature of love and walk across thresholds never breached before.  You'll hear Paula's own story of losing herself in a relationship and finding herself again, Morrie's story of discovering what is really important in life when faced with death, Julia's story of reconstructing a new life after prison and Scott's struggle to overcome the grief in his life by unconventional means.  In the midst of it all, Paula takes us on the next phase of her spiritual journey, where she once again faces another challenging threshold, at challenge to change her life radically and find an even deeper expression of love.  In this beautifully evocative narrative we all begin to wonder about the nature of love and how we, too, might cross thresholds and participate more profoundly in the meaning of our own lives.”

Reference Number:  D-00122

9)      Dolan, Archbishop Timothy M.  Called To Be Holy.  Huntington, Indiana:  Our Sunday Visitor Publishing, 2004.

“The path to holiness is traveled step by step.  The way of holiness is lived grace by grace.  Your journey to God is nothing more, and nothing less, than that series of steps.  By how do you take that step each day?  How do you live that grace each day?  How, each day do you answer God's call, God's personal invitation to holiness?  What Archbishop Timothy M. Dolan recommends, urges, reminds and teaches is radical in the truest sense of that word:  It is basic.  It is at the roots.  It is fundamental.  This solid theologian, noted Church historian, and natural-born storyteller goes first to the source:  what Christ said and promised, what Scripture and Tradition tell us.  Then, building on that firm foundation, here too, is what the Church teaches; what the saints have discovered, lived, and shared; what the Fathers and Doctors of the Church have written; what "ordinary" Catholics-on that path, accepting those graces-have come to learn.  Here is a detailed examination and encouraging explanation of faith, hope, humility, love and chastity, human formation, patience, penance, joy, and obedience.  Here is how to be a good steward of the Gifts of the Holy Spirit as you hear and answer God's call.”

Reference Number:  D-00128

10)      Dubruiel, Michael.  The Power of the Cross:  Applying the Passion of Christ to Your Life.  Huntington, Indiana:  Our Sunday Visitor, 2004.

"There is power in the cross of Christ that, sad to say, many Christians don't experience.  Now you can learn to see Jesus' suffering and death not as some spectacle or theatrical production, but as a blueprint for how to live your life.  Here is the radical teaching of Our Lord presented in a series of concrete steps that you can take at your own pace, whether you use this book alone or with a group.  Learn:  God's  unique purpose and mission for you.  How to overcome the evil that you have suffered at the hands of others.  To find God's presence in difficult times.  The keys to unleashing the power of the cross in your life.  And more.  Here are the prayers, the reflections, the stories, and the teachings that will help you not only better comprehend the power of Christ's great sacrifice for you, but come to better understand why and how to accept that power now."

11)  Ferrara, jinnifer & Ierland, Patricia Sodano.  The Catholic Mystique.  Huntington, Indiana:  Our Sunday Visitor Publishing, 2004.

    "There are Catholics and non-Catholics alike who take it as truth that the Catholic Church is no place for a self-respecting, intelligent woman. Authors Jennifer Ferrara and Patricia Sodano Ireland disagree. Both were ordained Lutheran ministers. Both became Roman Catholics. The Catholic Mystique tells their stories-and the stories of more than a dozen other educated, articulate, accomplished women who found fulfillment in the Church. While the contributors to this book come from a wide variety of religious, ethnic, socio-economic, and professional backgrounds, these firsthand accounts share a common theme. All experienced a sense of restlessness and profound feelings of unfulfillment, until they finally came to rest in the bosom of the Church. Time and again, it was the Church's clear and uncompromising stance on the sanctity of human life that first attracted a woman's attention, and then captured her heart."

      Reference Number:  F-00085

12)  Finley, James.  Merton's Palace of Nowhere.  Notre Dame, Indiana:  Ave Maria Press, 2003.

    "Spiritual identity is the quest to know who we are, to find meaning, to overcome that sense of "Is that all there is?" At the heart of this quest are found Thomas Merton's illuminating insights leading from an awareness of the false and illusory self to a realization of the true self. For twenty-five years, Merton's Palace of Nowhere has been the standard for exploring, reflecting on, and understanding this rich vein of Merton's thought. Dog eared, tattered, underlined copies are found on the bookshelves of spiritual searchers everywhere."

      Reference Number:  F-00082

13)      Gateley, Edwina & Glanzman, Louis.  Soul Sisters:  Women in Scripture Speak to Women Toady.  Maryknoll, New York:  Orbis Books, 2002.

14)      Hahn, Scott & Aquilina, Mike.  Living the Mysteries:  A Guide for Unfinished Christians.  Huntington, Indiana:  Our Sunday Visitor Publishing, 2003.

“There are no "self-made" success stories in the spiritual life.  No do-it-yourself kits for aspiring saints.  That's why Living the Mysteries is ideal for a family member, friend, or fellow parishioner who recently received the sacraments of initiation-baptism, confirmation, and the Eucharist.  That's why it's perfect for a lifelong Catholic, too.  The early Church had a process in which a teacher guided seekers through stages of inquiry and purification, culminating in a final phase called "mystagogy"-MIST-a-go-gee-"the revelation of the mysteries."  Now eight of the early Church's greatest teachers can be your guides as Living the Mysteries presents the wisdom and insight of:  St. Ambrose, St. Augustine, St. Basil, St. Clement of Alexandria, St. Cyril of Jerusalem, St. Gregory of Nyssa, St. John Chrysostom, St. Leo the Great.  Designed as a devotional-and more-for the fifty days between Easter and Pentecost, Living the Mysteries is a rich spiritual resource valuable any time of the year.  Each day features:  A Passage from the Church's great teachers that focuses on a relevant point of the mystical or moral life.  A plan with practical applications for letting that reading inspire your prayer and actions throughout the day.  You will treasure these timeless lessons of gaining eternal life.”

Reference Number:  H-00371

15)  Hippo, St. Augustine Of.  The Enchiridion of Faith, Hope, and Love.  San Francisco, California:  The Acuaro Press.

      Reference Number:  H-00332

16)  James, David C.  What are They Saying About Masculine Spirituality?.  New York, New York:  Paulist Press, 1996.

    “Masculine spirituality is rapidly emerging as a new direction for men on the “God-path.”  Birthed out of the Men’s Movement, it takes seriously the ways that God and men are revealed to each other through theology, scripture, behavioral sciences, anthropology, history, and the countless shared stories of men who gather together to discover authentic masculinity.  Masculine spirituality asks the question, “How can a man live a vibrant spiritual life, embracing all of his capacities for connection with God, and yet, not diminish the life that women are discovering on their own path?”  With an Introduction by Richard Rohr, O.F.M., this is a review of the writings of authors on the major themes of “movements in the symphony” of masculine spirituality.  The first chapter is a review of current psychological and sociological understandings of masculinity and manhood.  The second chapter delves into the theological debate about the validity of masculine and feminine images of God, and the impact of patriarchy upon them.  The third chapter explores current reflections about the multi-dimensionality of a man’s psyche, soul and spirit.  In the fourth chapter the integrating practices of masculine spirituality are reviewed.  Finally, in the fifth chapter, the value of communally-based masculinity is examined in some depth.”

      Reference Number:  J-00032

17)      Kieckle, Stefan.  The Art of Discernment:  A Guide for Unfinished Christians.  Notre Dame, Indiana:  Ave Maria Press, 2005.

“Anxiety, uncertainty, vulnerability-anyone who has made a big decision knows these feelings.  And as the complexity of our decisions grows, we constantly seek guidance in dealing with life's endless possibilities.  In The Art of Discernment, author Stefan Kiechle offers a clear explanation of the discernment process first developed by Ignatius of Loyola and refined by his followers in the centuries since.  This holistic process involves rationally outlining the pros and cons of a possibility, imaginatively considering what it would be like to live with the decision, listening to the movements of the heart, and prayerfully seeking the inner freedom to do what is best.”

Reference Number:  K-00120

18)  Kirvan, John.  There is a God There is No God.  Notre Dame, Indiana:  Ave Maria Press, 2003.

    "There comes at time in every spiritual journey when we must abandon the clear and certain path and embrace darkness and uncertainty. Those who choose to explore this challenging path, the world of unknowing, will find in these pages a greater understanding that only love, not knowledge, can quench our insistent longing. Offering meditations, prayers, and his own highly personal story, John Kirvan writes with insight, providing experienced seekers encouragement to embrace the darkness."

      Reference Number:  K-00067

19)      Lambert, Willi.  The Sevenfold Yes:  Affirming the Goodness of Our Deepest Desires.  Notre Dame, Indiana:  Ave Maria Press, 2005.

“Say yes to the very best in your life!  By affirming the goodness and meaning of life, we journey into the very heart of spirituality.  We answer the Challenge of Ignatius of Loyola to "find God in all things."  To achieve this, author Willi Lambert invites readers to reflect on their deepest desires and say yes to them in new and more profound ways.  Practical prayer exercises and provocative reflection questions appear throughout the book, helping the reader recognize God's call in the desires of the heart and the events of everyday life.  And with each chapter shaped around a particular part of the Spiritual Exercise, The Sevenfold Yes is not only helpful for the spiritual beginner in search of a guide, but is an excellent aid for both retreat directors and participants alike.  Ultimately, this path to the center of the spiritual life and human happiness, though less traveled, is worth the effort.”

Reference Number:  L-00100

20)  Leder, Drew.  Sparks of the Divine:  Finding Inspiration in Our Everyday World.  Notre Dame, Indiana:  Sorin Books, 2004.

    "The notion that the world is filled with holy sparks is shared by religious traditions around the world. Learn to uncover this sacred dimension and you will begin to both hallow the world and be healed by its power. These lively reflections will help you learn to look outward and discover a spark of the divine in everyday objects, activities, experiences, and in the glories of the natural world."

      Reference Number:  L-00086

21)      McKenna, Kevin E.  You Did it for Me:  Care of Your Neighbor as a Spiritual Practice.  Notre Dame, Indiana:  Ave Maria Press, 2005.

“Most books dealing with the social teachings of the Catholic Church simply relate those teachings and comment on them.  You Did It for Me breaks the mold and shows that when you live the social gospel you live the spiritual life.  Author Kevin McKenna explains that his "underlying reason for writing this book is my belief that spirituality and social concern go hand in hand and that Jesus is our model.  He spent much time in prayer, and then went forth in action."  This model of prayer and action also helps dispel the commonly held understanding that only by praying and escaping from the world can we live a spiritual life.  McKenna explores numerous aspects of the Church's social teaching-including care of creation, human life and dignity, call to community, and the dignity of work-and shows through example and reflection, how you too can grow spiritually in the midst of the world.”

Reference Number:  M-00194

22)  Merton, Thomas.  When the Trees Say Nothing.  Notre Dame, Indiana:  Sorin Books, 2003.

      Reference Number:  M-00174

23)  Murray, Lorraine V.  Why Me?  Why Now?:  Finding Hope When You Have Breast Cancer.  Notre Dame, Indiana:  Ave Maria Press, 2003.

    "A spiritual guide for women who have been diagnosed with breast cancer, whether the diagnosis is very recent or whether it happened years ago. Cancer is heartbreaking, and this book looks honestly at the many faith issues that arise when a woman is hit with a serious illness. It doesn't shy away from asking the big questions: "Why did this happen to me?" and "Why do I have to suffer?" The book uses the words of Jesus, examples from his life, a variety of prayers, and scriptural reflections as ways to heal a woman's heart."

      Reference Number:  M-00177

24)  Nouwen, Henri J. M.  Out of Solitude:  Three Meditations on the Christian Life.  Notre Dame, Indiana:  Ave Maria Press, 2004.

    "Drawing on three moments in the life of Jesus, Henri Nouwen invites us to reflect on the tension between our desire for solitude and the demands of contemporary life. He reminds us that it was in solitude that Jesus found the courage to follow God's will. And he shows us that fruitful love and service must spring from a living relationship with God."

      Reference Number:  N-00030

25)      Nouwen, Henri J. M.  Peacework:  Prayer Resistance Community.  Maryknoll, New York:  Orbis Books, 2005.

“Peaceworker offers a three-fold path for Christians to embrace Jesus' ethic of peacemaking.  First, peacemaking is more than a matter of carrying placards or opposing war.  It must begin with a life of prayer, a movement from "the dwelling place" of fear and hatred and into the house of God.  Next, Nouwen urges us to "resist the power of death"-not just armies and armaments, but our everyday selfishness and bondage to destructive consumerism.  Finally, he shows us how to celebrate life and to build communities in which love, forgiveness, and compassion bind us in solidarity with a wounded world.”

Reference Number:  N-00031

26)  O'Connell, Patrick F.  The Vision of Thomas Merton.  Notre Dame, Indiana:  Ave Maria Press, 2003.

    "Thomas Merton's vision of life and faith was broad and all-encompassing. It ranged from the Hebrew prophets to the peace movement, from the Desert Fathers and Mothers to contemporary Buddhism, and from literature to science; and it found expression in diverse forms--in poetry, prose, journals, letters, and photography. The Vision Of Thomas Merton reflects his diverse interests and talents. Written by the editors of the recently published volumes of Merton's journals and letters, these articles offer new insights into the complex and fascinating life of this great spiritual leader. This collection of essays by distinguished Merton scholars was compiled in honor of the late Robert E. Daggy, longtime director of the Thomas Merton Center in Louisville, Kentucky. It includes articles on Merton's view of faith, his monastic commitment, his relationship with his father Owen, his interest in quantum physics, the role of nature in his spirituality, his poetry, and his dialogue with the East. Merton's words have meant so much to so many people, and all of his readers--whether scholars or simple Merton lovers--will find much in this wonderful collection to enrich their awareness of Merton and to deepen their own spiritual lives."

      Reference Number:  O-00048

27)  Pennington, Fr. M. Basil, O.C.S.O. & Arico, Rev. Carl J.  Living Our Priesthood Today.  Huntington, Indiana:  Our Sunday Visitor, 1987.

    "This prolific work for priests, monks, and seminarians in a landmark accomplishment that encourages a higher level of spirituality among its readers and closer sharing relationships with the laity. From ordination and the beginning spirituality of each priest to the final years of priesthood, Father M. Basil Pennington, O.C.S.O., and Father Carl J. Arico explore the fullness of the priesthood, who priests are, and what that means in daily practice. The authors capture the expression of spiritual life each priest hopes to attain. Father Pennington and Father Arico define broad dimensions of the brotherhood, explore priestly limitations, and present a candid view of the priesthood. This book expands on the priestly qualities of brotherly love, prayer life, celibacy, the role of one who serves, and rediscovering the tradition of being a spiritual father. Priests are challenged to keep up-to-date on sacred study and to deal with "myths" of the priesthood-a mysterious vocation that few outsiders understand."

      Reference Number:  P-00117

28)      Rogers, Carole Garibaldi.  Fasting…Exploring a Great Spiritual Practice.  Notre Dame, Indiana:  Sorin Books, 2004.

"Fasting is a universal spiritual practice, common in both Eastern and Western cultures, and a part of almost every religious tradition.  It is also an important secular practice, often for a political or social cause such as peace, justice, or to alleviate hunger.  Now this helpful guide has everything you need to make this practice your own.  Her you'll find perspectives that cross time and tradition, plus plenty of practical help, with historical information, inspiring personal stories and plenty of encouragement.  You'll learn about:  The history of fasting in Judaism, Islam, Christianity, Hinduism, Buddhism, and other traditions.  Practical and spiritual dimensions of fasting practices  during specific seasons and times such as Yom Kippur, Lent, and Ramadan.  The personal fasting experiences of a wide variety of people.  Political fasting for peace and justice and t alleviate hunger.  The min-body-spirit connection we can reach through fasting."

29)  Rupp, Joyce.  Prayers to Sophia:  A Companion to the Star of My Heart.  Notre Dame, Indiana:  Sorin Books, 2004.

“For more than a decade, Joyce Rupp's classic, The Star in My Heart, has invited readers to experience the healing images of Sophia-Feminine Wisdom in the Hebrew Scriptures.  Now in this beautiful new companion book, Prayers to Sophia, Joyce Rupp enriches our spiritual journey with prayers from her personal journal, accompanied by journaling suggestions for reflection.  Steeped in life experience and enriched with poetic metaphor, Rupp's courageous sharing invites us to new spiritual depth as we explore the Feminine image of God.”

Reference Number:  R-00117

30)  Rupp, Joyce.  The Star of My Heart:  Experiencing Sophia, Inner Wisdom.  Notre Dame, Indiana:  Sorin Books, 2004.

“In an extraordinary sequence of quieting verse and meditative writing, Joyce Rupp reflects on Sophia-Feminine Wisdom in the Hebrew Scriptures  Each healing reflection invites us to dip into Sophia's quiet guidance and come away refreshed.  Sophia emerges as a comforting presence in the process of examining our old belief, left-over hurts, self-acceptance, and connections with the earth.  Accompanying mandalas and connections with the earth.  Accompanying mandalas and suggestions for spiritual exercises and journaling make this book especially valuable for personal meditation and growth, and as a group resource/study guide.”

Reference Number:  R-00118

31)  Rupp, Joyce & Wiederkehr, Macrian.  The Circle of Life:  The Hearts Journey Through the Seasons.  Notre Dame, Indiana:  Sorin Books, 2005.

“We long for connections in the midst of disconnected lives-connections to ourselves, to others, to the world we live in.  Most of all we yearn to connect with the sacred.  In The Circle of Life, Joyce Rupp and Macrina Wiederkehr, two of the most popular authors writing on spirituality today, turn to the seasons of the earth to connect with life's sacred center.  Using reflections, poems, prayers, and meditations, they invite us to listen carefully and closely to the wisdom of each season.  They help us open our eyes to what each season teaches and show us how we can claim its unique grace.  Exploring the relationship between the seasons of the earth and the seasons of our lives, they help us discover the seasons as stepping stones along the path of the great circle of life and guide for life's journey.  The Circle of Life encourages readers to connect their experiences of the unfolding seasons with inner spiritual growth and movement, and to know that the presence of God is within and around us all.”

Reference Number:  R-00119

32)  Ryan, Barbara Shlemon.  Healing the Hidden Self.  Notre Dame, Indiana:  Ave Maria Press, 2005.

“Focusing on healing for the seven major stages of human development-Prenatal, Birth, Infancy, Childhood, Adolescence, Early Adulthood, and Seasoned Citizens-Barbara Shlemon Ryan describes how long-lasting hurt can occur in one or more stages of life, and how this hurt can manifest itself in another stage.  With a new preface, a new epilogue, and chapters focusing on each stage of development, Ryan offers examples of the types of problems encountered in each stage.  A prayer at the end of each chapter helps initiate the healing process.  Healing the Hidden Self emphasizes the importance of inner healing for al who seek a deeper relationship with Jesus Christ and with others.  Its practical, how-to approach makes it an invaluable resource.  After more than 100,000 copies sold, this revised edition updates the 1982 original using new examples, references, and insights gained through Barbara Shlemon Ryan's Beloved Ministry.”

Reference Number:  R-00115

33)  Santa, Thomas M.  Sacred Refuge:  Why and How to Make a Retreat.  Notre Dame, Indiana:  Ave Maria Press, 2005.

Reference Number:  S-00218

34)      Sellner, Edward.  Pilgrimage…Exploring a Great Spiritual Practice.  Notre Dame, Indiana:  Sorin Books, 2004.

"From our earliest days, seekers from every great religious tradition have made pilgrimages-sacred journeys in the pursuit of wisdom, healing, guidance, and inspiration.  In our contemporary society, more mobile now than ever before, pilgrimages is a popular vehicle for spiritual growth.  Now this helpful guide has everything you need to make this practice your own.  You'll find perspectives that cross time and tradition, plus plenty of practical help, with historical perspective, inspiring stories, practical suggestions, and plenty of encouragement.  You'll learn about:  The history and practice of pilgrimage in may cultures.  Ancient stories and traditions about pilgrimage.  The stages of pilgrimage.  The elements of pilgrimage and how to deepen your experience.  How to make a pilgrimage do able.  Famous pilgrims and significant holy places.  Classic books and movies about pilgrimage."

35)  Smith, Kathleen, Robb, Judith & Abinante, Mary da Silva.  Catholic Social Teaching:  Owning Our Traditions.  Seattle, Washington:  Ministry Center for Catholic Community, 1991.

      Reference Number:  S-00175

36)  Stafford, J. Francis Cardinal.  The Layity in the Twenty-First Century.  Colorado Springs, Colorado:  The Catherine of Siena Institute, 2002.

    "The Cathreine of Siena Institute was founded in July of 1997 as a program of the Western Dominican Province to make apostolic formation and support readily available to all lay Catholics. We have adopted as our mission the tasks of: 1. Making self-formation resources available to lay Catholics throughout the world. 2. Equipping parishes to become houses of formation, discernment, and apostolic support for the laity. 3. Forming clergy, religious, and lay leaders to be effective formators of lay apostles. 4. Fostering awareness, discussion, theological inquiry, and pastoral consultation throughout the Church regarding the apostolic mission and formation of the laity. 5. Collaborating with interested individuals, groups, or organizations in the service of this mission."

      Reference Number:  W-00086

37)  Swan, Laura.  Engaging Benedict:  What the Rule Can Teach Us Today.  Westminster, Maryland:  Christian Classics, 2005.

“Nearly fifteen centuries ago, Benedict of Nursia wrote a rule for Christians who wanted to live, work and pray together in community.  With its core values of contemplation, hospitality, and simplicity, the Rule remains as useful and fresh today as it was when Benedict created it in Italy those many centuries ago.  But the Rule is not without its difficulties in contemporary practice.  Author Laura Swan, a Benedictine sister, looks at the Rule with a critical eye, seeking to unpack those parts that are problematic and to uncover gems that support the yearning of today's seekers.  She takes the obstacles that women and young people find in the Rule, and offers insights that resonate with their experience and are still faithful to the challenge of the Rule.  Readers will discover that Benedict's wisdom can shed much light on their own lives.  By wrestling with the Rule, and taking it seriously, Laura Swan offers readers guidance on many difficult and painful questions.”

Reference Number:  S-00214

38)      Vaney, SM, Neil.  Christ in a Grain of Sand:  An Ecological Journey With Spiritual Exercises.  Notre Dame, Indiana:  Ave Maria Press, 2004.

39)  Weddell, Sherry Anne.  The Catholic Spiritual Gifts Resource Guide.  Colorado Springs, Colorado:  The Catherine of Siena Institute, 1998.

    "The Cathreine of Siena Institute was founded in July of 1997 as a program of the Western Dominican Province to make apostolic formation and support readily available to all lay Catholics. We have adopted as our mission the tasks of: 1. Making self-formation resources available to lay Catholics throughout the world. 2. Equipping parishes to become houses of formation, discernment, and apostolic support for the laity. 3. Forming clergy, religious, and lay leaders to be effective formators of lay apostles. 4. Fostering awareness, discussion, theological inquiry, and pastoral consultation throughout the Church regarding the apostolic mission and formation of the laity. 5. Collaborating with interested individuals, groups, or organizations in the service of this mission."

      Reference Number:  W-00085

40)  Weddell, Sherry Anne.  Making Disciples Equipping Apostles:  The Parish as a House of Formation for Adult Catholics.  Colorado Springs, Colorado:  The Catherine of Siena Institute, 2001.

    "The Cathreine of Siena Institute was founded in July of 1997 as a program of the Western Dominican Province to make apostolic formation and support readily available to all lay Catholics. We have adopted as our mission the tasks of: 1. Making self-formation resources available to lay Catholics throughout the world. 2. Equipping parishes to become houses of formation, discernment, and apostolic support for the laity. 3. Forming clergy, religious, and lay leaders to be effective formators of lay apostles. 4. Fostering awareness, discussion, theological inquiry, and pastoral consultation throughout the Church regarding the apostolic mission and formation of the laity. 5. Collaborating with interested individuals, groups, or organizations in the service of this mission."

      Reference Number:  S-00170

41)  Weddell, Sherry Anne & Huntington, Eryn.  Discerning Charisms:  A workbook for Navigating the Discernment Process.  Colorado Springs, Colorado:  The Catherine of Siena Institute, 2000.

    "The essential companion workbook for those who have taken the Called and Gifted workshop and are actively discerning the gifts of the Holy Spirit that they have been given for the sake of others. Designed for both groups and individuals, Discerning Charisms is especially useful for those who do not have access to Institute-trained gifts interviewers or an Institute-facilitated extended discernment process. THe workbook guides participants through the process of choosing among 24 charisms to explore, designing an effective "experiment", and discerning the meaning of the experiments "results". Guidelines and discussion questions for groups who are discerning together are also included. Discerning Charisms contains many new features including a self-guided version of the gifts interview, instructions on "desining" an effective gifts experiment, pointers on making the experiment in prayer, and guidelines for mining the patterns buried in your experience. Also included is the powerful exercise in releasing control, which has been available until now only through live Institute workshops. The appendix includes a wonderful ne tool for discerners, the comprehensive Key to the Charisms, which summarizes a vast amount of information on the classic signs of each charism. Assitional helps include new sections on the powerful interplay among charisms, the seven sanctifying gifts of the Holy Spirit, and the sacraments of Baptism and Confirmation as well as a list of recommended books and websites for those interested in exploring the Catholic faith further.."

      Reference Number:  W-00088

42)  Weddell, Sherry Anne & Sweeney, Fr. Michael, O.P.  The Parish:  Mission or Maintenance?  The Untapped Potential of the Parish in the Formation of Lay Apostles.  Colorado Springs, Colorado:  The Catherine of Siena Institute, 2000.

    "The Cathreine of Siena Institute was founded in July of 1997 as a program of the Western Dominican Province to make apostolic formation and support readily available to all lay Catholics. We have adopted as our mission the tasks of: 1. Making self-formation resources available to lay Catholics throughout the world. 2. Equipping parishes to become houses of formation, discernment, and apostolic support for the laity. 3. Forming clergy, religious, and lay leaders to be effective formators of lay apostles. 4. Fostering awareness, discussion, theological inquiry, and pastoral consultation throughout the Church regarding the apostolic mission and formation of the laity. 5. Collaborating with interested individuals, groups, or organizations in the service of this mission."

      Reference Number:  W-00087

43)  Wicks, Robert J.  Touching the Holy:  Ordinariness, Self-Esteem, and Friendship.  Notre Dame, Indiana:  Ave Maria Press, 1992.

“"True ordinariness is tangible holiness," says Robert Wicks.  Drawing on the experience of contemporary Christians and the wisdom of desert fathers and mothers, he suggests that the simplicity and openness of truly ordinary people are a meeting place with God.  "The spirit of ordinariness invites each of us to find out what our inner motivations and talents are and then to express them without reserve or self-consciousness," he says.”

44)  Wuerl, Donald W.  The Catholic Way:  Faith For the Living Today.  Garden City, New York:  Doubleday & Company, Inc., 2001.

      Reference Number:  W-00092

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