Download or read book A Treasury of Quotations on the Spiritual Life from the Writings of St Th r se of Lisieux Doctor of the Church written by John P. McClernon and published by Ignatius Press. This book was released on 2002 with total page 140 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Contains a collection of hundreds of direct quotes and short sayings of St. Thérèse, carefully arranged by the major virtues of the Christian life. The quotes are arranged and classified according to the virtues represented in the classic 15 decade Rosary. The Rosary mysteries provide us a mosaic of virtues for the spiritual life, a ladder for advancing in holiness and in the love of God.

Download or read book A Treasury of Quotations on the Spiritual Life from the Writings of St Catherine of Siena Doctor of the Church written by Saint Catherine (of Siena) and published by Ignatius Press. This book was released on 2004 with total page 204 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The 4th volume in the well-received series of books of quotes, prayers and insights from famous saints, this being from St. Teresa of Avila, Doctor of the Church. This deluxe leatherette book with gold stamping contains a collection of hundreds of direct quotes and short sayings of St. Teresa, carefully arranged and classified by the virtues represented in the classic 15 decade Rosary.

Download or read book A Treasury of Quotations on the Spiritual Life from the Writings of St Francis de Sales Doctor of the Church written by Saint Francis (de Sales) and published by Ignatius Press. This book was released on 2003 with total page 192 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Download or read book A Treasury of Quotations on the Spiritual Life written by John McClernon and published by Ignatius Press. This book was released on 2011-05-24 with total page 256 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This is the fifth volume in this popular series of deluxe, small hardcover books that contain a collection of hundreds of direct quotes and short sayings of great saints, this book being from the writings of St. Thomas Aquinas. His words are arranged and classified by the virtues represented in the 20 decade Rosary. The Rosary mysteries-Joyful, Luminous, Sorrowful, Glorious-provide us with a mosaic of virtues for the spiritual life, a ladder for advancing in holiness and in love of God and neighbor. The previous volumes in this series featured quotes from the writings of St. Therese of Lisieux, St. Francis de Sales, St. Catherine of Siena, and St. Teresa of Avila. These lovely little books provide a handy pocket-sized volume of hundreds of meditations for prayer and spiritual reading arranged by themes and virtues. They are ideal for anyone to carry with them to use for daily spiritual reading and inspiration.

Download or read book Sermon in a Sentence written by Pope Benedict XVI and published by Angelico Press. This book was released on 2023-01-27 with total page 263 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Imagine some personal hours face to face with Pope Benedict XVI, one of the greatest Catholic thinkers and spiritual writers of the twentieth century. In this slim volume, hundreds of short quotations and sayings taken from Benedict’s papal writings, addresses, and homilies have been classified by the Christian virtues of which they speak, and then categorized according to the mysteries of the Rosary and the great themes of prayer, the Church, the Mass, the papacy, Sacred Scripture, the priesthood, and the saints. Praying with and reflecting on these spiritual gems, we feel the breadth and depth of their author’s spiritual knowledge, experience, and ability to communicate a vibrant love of Jesus Christ, of the Catholic Faith, and of the people God has placed in our lives. Pope Benedict’s writings communicate an air of Christian authenticity arising from his deep and abiding relationship with Our Lord, and their clarity and precision serve as a faithful guide for those seeking to strengthen that relationship for themselves. Making time and space to cultivate our friendship with Christ will always be a challenge, but with this collection of Benedict’s guiding insights in hand, we are better fortified to meet that challenge.

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Download or read book Sermon in a Sentence written by John P. McClernon and published by Ignatius Press. This book was released on 2005 with total page 190 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The 4th volume in the well-received series of books of quotes, prayers and insights from famous saints, this being from St. Teresa of Avila, Doctor of the Church. This deluxe leatherette book with gold stamping contains a collection of hundreds of direct quotes and short sayings of St. Teresa, carefully arranged and classified by the virtues represented in the classic 15 decade Rosary.

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Download or read book Introduction to the Devout Life written by Saint Francis De Sales and published by Ignatius Press. This book was released on 2015-06-08 with total page 276 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Written over 400 years ago, Introduction to the Devout Life is still one of the most popular books for those pursuing holiness. St. Francis de Sales explains how to turn that desire for sanctity into resolutions that yield grace-filled results. Themes include: Pursuing a devout life whole-heartedly Incorporating prayer and sacraments into a busy schedule Growing in virtue Battling wisely against temptation Making spiritual progress through daily, monthly, and yearly exercises Whether you are just beginning your spiritual journey or are more advanced in the spiritual life, you’ll be able to apply this timeless wisdom immediately. Let St. Francis de Sales illumine the path to holiness and strengthen your desire to walk that road with the Lord. St. Francis de Sales (1567–1622) was the Bishop of Geneva and a renowned spiritual director. Preaching during the Counter-Reformation, he is estimated to have converted 70,000 Calvinists in his short lifetime. He was a fervent proponent of the universal call to holiness and spent much of his time guiding lay people on the road to sanctity. Declared a Doctor of the Church by Pope Pius IX in 1877, St. Francis is still helping to form saints through his many writings, of which Introduction to the Devout Life is the most famous.

Download or read book The Spirit of Simplicity written by Jean-Baptiste Chautard and published by Ave Maria Press. This book was released on 2017-11-10 with total page 160 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Few people have ever seen or heard of The Spirit of Simplicity: it has been hidden for almost seventy years after quietly being published by the Abbey of Gethsemani in 1948. Anonymously translated and annotated by a young monk named Thomas Merton, the book’s author—who also is not mentioned by name in the original edition—is Jean-Baptiste Chautard, the famous French Cistercian whose only other book, The Soul of the Apostolate, has been a favorite of modern saints and popes, including Pope Emeritus Benedict XVI. Every generation struggles with the question of simplicity. In the history of our faith, there have been no more eloquent voices calling us back to simplicity than the monks of the Cistercian Order, from Bernard of Clairvaux to Chautard to Merton—all of whom contribute to this powerful book. Merton surrounds Chautard’s text with his own remarks on simplicity, translations of classic texts by St. Bernard of Clairvaux, and commentary that allows readers to pursue the themes of simplicity in their own lives. "Only a very inadequate idea of exterior simplicity can be arrived at if we do not trace it back to its true source: interior simplicity. Without this, our resolution to practice exterior simplicity would be without light, without love …," Chautard wrote at the beginning of the book. He is writing to his fellow Cistercians, but he might as well be speaking to twenty-first century Christians. He goes on to lay out the best disciplines that a monk—or anyone—might practice to find the elusive simplicity, with quotations from St. Benedict, St. Bernard, and other pillars of monastic life and spirituality. A dozen photographs of Cistercian architecture illustrate how principles of simplicity are incorporated into Cistercian daily life. In Part 2, Merton opens up the teachings of St. Bernard, a great mystic and doctor of the Church, offering excerpts from St. Bernard’s writings on the original simplicity in the Garden of Eden, the difficulty of intellectual simplicity, the simplicity of the will (obedience), and other kindred topics. Merton also offers personal reflections from the perspective of one who had recently exchanged an active life in pursuit of worldly things for the solitude of a monk.

Download or read book Life and Holiness written by Thomas Merton and published by Colchis Books. This book was released on 1963 with total page 162 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This is intended to be a very simple book, an elementary treatment of a few basic ideas in Christian spirituality. Hence it should be useful to any Christian, and indeed to anyone who wants to acquaint himself with some principles of the interior life as it is understood in the Catholic Church. Nothing is here said of such subjects as “contemplation” or even “mental prayer.” And yet the book emphasizes what is at once the most common and the most mysterious aspect in the Christian life: grace, the power and the light of God in us, purifying our hearts, transforming us in Christ, making us true sons of God, enabling us to act in the world as his instruments for the good of all men and for his glory. This is therefore a meditation on some fundamental themes appropriate to the active life. It must be said at once that the active life is essential to every Christian. Clearly the active life must mean more than the life which is led in religious institutes of men and women who teach, care for the sick, and so on. (When one is talking of the “active life” as opposed to the “contemplative life,” this is the usual reference.) Here action is not looked at in opposition to contemplation, but as an expression of charity and as a necessary consequence of union with God by baptism.

Download or read book The Mystical Journey to Divine Union written by John Thomas and published by Createspace Independent Publishing Platform. This book was released on 2018-04-23 with total page 168 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Saint John of the Cross is considered by many as the greatest Spiritual Doctor of the Catholic Church. This high honor elevates his spiritual writings and adds much confidence to those relying upon his teaching. He is a true master of the interior life and has left us a treasure of spiritual wisdom in his four main works, "Ascent to Mount Carmel," "Dark Night of the Soul," "Spiritual Canticle" and "Living Flame of Love." These four books, combined together, make up one continuous exposition of mystical theology that peers into the journey each one of us is called to take toward the life of perfect union with God. In his teachings, Saint John Cross especially focuses on two forms of "purgations," or "dark nights," through which every soul must pass in order to achieve perfection in life. This book attempts to present the profound theology of Saint John of the Cross found in these four great works in a way that is understandable and accessible to most readers. The reader will find an overview and summary of the most essential lessons of the spiritual life as well as practical advice for growing in holiness. May Saint John, master of the spiritual life, pray for you on your journey toward the glory of Divine Union.

Download or read book Discerning Your Spiritual Journey with Saint John of Avila Doctor of the Church written by Denise Clare Oliver and published by Gracewing. This book was released on 2013-04 with total page 176 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: On 7 October 2012, Pope Benedict XVI declared St John of Avila a Doctor of the Church, making him the thirty-fourth Saint to have been given this title. St John of Avila was a diocesan priest in sixteenth century Spain and has been honoured there since 1946 as the patron Saint of diocesan priests. Amongst St John of Avila's disciples were St Teresa of Avila, St Francis Borgia, St John of God, and Venerable Anne of the Cross. In fact, St Teresa of Avila, also a Doctor of the Church, had the account of her life and mystical experiences confirmed as authentic by St John of Avila. This account is what we know today as The Book of Her Life. St John of Avila's teaching was extremely beneficial in his own time, and is just as relevant today, in a time when we are all called to be strong Christian witnesses for the new evangelisation. The most effective way we can respond to this call is to enter into a deep and intimate relationship with God. St John of Avila is a Saint for all people and all times; Pope Benedict XVI has called him a 'pioneer in pointing to the universal call to holiness'. St John of Avila is a wise mentor for all those who desire to grow in friendship with God. In simple and accessible language, this book sets forth much of the practical advice which St John of Avila gives in his spiritual work Audi Filia and various letters to those whose spiritual life he directed. In this short book, Dr Oliver focuses on the soul's journey in the life of prayer, how to overcome particular struggles and temptations, and how to recognise deceitful tactics of the devil. She clearly explains the fundamental aspects of the supernatural organism, the graced soul on the road to union with God. And she takes great care to help the reader understand how to differentiate between spiritual experiences which are not essential for advancing in holiness and that which is necessary for growth in the spiritual life. This little book is an essential resource for anyone seeking a deeper and more intimate union with the loving and merciful Lord; for He is always ready to shower His children with the riches of His merciful love.

Download or read book Maxims For Attaining Perfection written by St Alphonsus Liguori and published by . This book was released on 2023-10-06 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "Maxims for Attaining Perfection" by St. Alphonsus Liguori is a spiritual compass, guiding souls on the path to spiritual excellence and closeness to God. Imagine a wellspring of wisdom, each maxim a precious droplet contributing to the river of divine understanding, leading seekers to a deeper, more meaningful relationship with the divine. In the realm of Catholic spirituality, this collection stands as a beacon, illuminating the way for spiritual aspirants. St. Alphonsus Liguori, a revered saint and doctor of the Church, distilled his vast spiritual knowledge and experience into these succinct maxims-a treasury of profound insights into the pursuit of holiness. As you immerse yourself in the wisdom contained within, you embark on a transformative journey. Each maxim is like a pearl of great price, to be cherished and contemplated. They offer practical guidance for everyday living, urging you to embrace virtues, cultivate humility, and foster a heart overflowing with love and devotion. Through the words of St. Alphonsus Liguori, you hear the echoes of the saints and the ancient spiritual masters, beckoning you to live a life rooted in faith, prayer, and self-surrender. The maxims present a roadmap for aligning your will with God's, navigating the challenges of life, and nurturing a spirit of holiness in every action. In the quiet moments of reading, you feel the gentle nudges of the Holy Spirit, urging you to reflect on the profound truths contained in these maxims. It's a conversation with a wise mentor, a friend on the spiritual journey, guiding you towards a more perfect love and devotion to God. This collection by St. Alphonsus Liguori leaves an indelible mark on your spirit-a mark that symbolizes the striving for spiritual excellence, the quest for union with God, and the perennial wisdom that has guided souls through centuries. It's a treasure trove of insights, a pathway to sanctity, and a timeless tribute to the pursuit of spiritual perfection.

Download or read book Holiness of Life written by Saint Bonaventure and published by . This book was released on 2013-01-30 with total page 50 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Holiness of Life by Saint Bonaventure: Publisher: A Kindle Edition is also available. This Paperback is the ideal small size of 5" x 8". The great Franciscan Doctor of the Church St. Bonaventure composed "Holiness of Life" as a manual for the Poor Clares. Writing clearly, practically, and movingly, he outlines central themes of Christian spirituality, moving from the purgative way (self-knowledge, repentance, humility) through the illuminative way (prayer, meditation on the Passion) to arrive at last at a description of union with God, the summation of all desires. More than 200 citations and allusions to Scripture and the Fathers demonstrate Bonaventure's deep synthesis of Christian theological thought even in a short work designed to be accessible to any reader. Publisher: Catholic Way Publishing — Click on the Publisher Name in the Title for more Catholic Paperback and E-Books — Go to our website: CatholicWayPublishing dot com for more Catholic E-Books We hope you enjoy this release!

Download or read book The Way of Saint Alphonsus Liguori written by Saint Alphonsus Liguori and published by Liguori/Triumph. This book was released on 1999 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: An all-in-one compilation of instructions, meditations, and prayers from one of the great Doctors of the Church. This collection from the best of Saint Alphonsus Liguori covers all aspects of the spiritual life, focusing on prayer as its main theme. These selections for modern readers form an insightful introduction to the necessity and value of prayer in our lives. "Paperback"

Download or read book The School of Christian Perfection written by Alphonsus Liguori and published by Createspace Independent Publishing Platform. This book was released on 2018-08-15 with total page 292 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Imprimatur. PREFACE In the ascetical writings of the holy Bishop and Doctor of the Church, St. Alphonsus de Ligouri, there is a characteristic charm and an irresistible attraction. Whoever reads them with the proper dispositions will discover in them an indefinable something that appeals to the heart and stirs it to its very depths. We imagine we see the loving personality of the holy Bishop before us, and hear the words of eternal life from his very lips. According to a beautiful legend, the visitor at the shrine of St. John at Ephesus can hear the pulsations of the Saint's heart enclosed in the tomb. The heart of Alphonsus still throbs in his ascetical writings, where the whole being of the Saint seems enshrined. Little wonder therefore that the reverence and love entertained towards him in life should have passed to his edifying works, the reflex of his very self. There are few ascetical writers more widely known and more sincerely loved than St. Alphonsus. The present volume is made up of choice selections from the various ascetical writings of the Saint. The order of virtues considered is that followed by the spiritual sons of St. Alphonsus in the Congregation of the Most Holy Redeemer. For each month of the year is assigned a particular virtue to which they are to devote their especial attention. This is a practice highly recommended by the masters of the spiritual life, and is fraught with the happiest results. It is hoped that the faithful will derive spiritual profit and pleasure from this course in "The School of Christian Perfection." C. J. W. ST. ALPHONSUS LIGUORI 5 PREFACE 7 Chapter 1 9 FAITH Chapter 2 36 HOPE Chapter 3 74 THE LOVE OF GOD Chapter 4 97 LOVE FOR OUR NEIGHBOR Chapter 5 113 POVERTY AND DETACHMENT Chapter 6 137 CHASTITY Chapter 7 161 OBEDIENCE Chapter 8 183 MEEKNESS AND HUMILITY Chapter 9 205 MORTIFICATION Chapter 10 224 RECOLLECTION Chapter 11 247 PRAYER Chapter 12 269 SELF-DENIAL AND LOVE OF THE CROSS