All Saints Sisters of the Poor

All Saints Sisters of the Poor
Author: Susan Mumm
Publisher: Boydell & Brewer
Total Pages: 320
Release: 2001
Genre: History
ISBN: 9780851157283

Most of all, the documents reveal the challenges and excitement of the struggle to establish a women's community, to be unfettered in their work with the poor and suffering, and to govern themselves, in a world largely hostile to their aspirations."--BOOK JACKET.

Stolen Daughters, Virgin Mothers

Stolen Daughters, Virgin Mothers
Author: Susan Mumm
Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing
Total Pages: 321
Release: 2001-05-01
Genre: Religion
ISBN: 0567465950

A study of the social history and cultural significance of the sisterhoods that sprang up in Victorian Britain, examining the lives of women who pushed the boundaries of what women could do within the Anglican Church and paved the way for modern social workers. So successful were they in organizing and recruiting that they threatened to undermine the ideal of domestic life for women.

An Episcopal Dictionary of the Church

An Episcopal Dictionary of the Church
Author: Robert Boak Slocum
Publisher: Church Publishing, Inc.
Total Pages: 591
Release: 2000-01-01
Genre: Religion
ISBN: 0898697018

A comprehensive, quick reference for all Episcopalians, both lay and ordained. This thoroughly researched, highly readable resource contains more than 3,000 clearly entries about the history, structure, liturgy, and theology of the Episcopal Church—and the larger Christian church worldwide. The editors have also provided a helpful bibliography of key reference works and additional background materials. “This tool belongs on the shelf of just about anyone who cares for, works in or with, or even wonders about the Episcopal Church.”—The Episcopal New Yorker

15 Days of Prayer with Pierre Teilhard de Chardin

15 Days of Prayer with Pierre Teilhard de Chardin
Author: André Dupleix
Publisher:
Total Pages: 0
Release: 1999
Genre: Spiritual life
ISBN: 9780764804908

“15 Days of Prayer” Collection Now distributed by New City Press, this popular series is perfect for those looking for an introduction to a particular spiritual guide, those searching for gift ideas and those who merely wish to know more about the person and his or her spirituality. Additional volume planned in 2 to 3 months intervals. Each volume contains: • A brief biography of the saint or spiritual leader introduced in that volume • A guide to creating a format for prayer and retreat • 15 meditation sessions with focus points and reflection guides Follow the footsteps of Pierre Teilhard de Chardin. Born the fourth child of a family of minor nobility and the great-nephew of Voltaire, Pierre Teilhard de Chardin was a well-respected scientist and a Jesuit priest who tirelessly pursued the connection between science and religion. He felt that “only through purity of heart and not pure science, is one able…to discover, with certainty, a creator behind the forces of nature.” Seek Christ in all of creation. A mystic and visionary, Pierre’s spirituality unites what seems to be contradictory experiences—intellect and adoration, science and religion, evolution and creation. Pierre believed that creation was not a single act, but a process that has never stopped; a great continuous gesture which spans across the totality of time; the universe is clay in the hands of the Creator, molded into the infinite possibilities that lay before us. Ultimately, it is here, with open hearts to the world around us, that we find the fundamental energy and the manifestation of God in the universe—love of Christ, love of neighbor and love of all creation. Enjoy your time with Pierre Teilhard de Chardin and be prepared to be surprised as you journey with one of the most engaging spiritual figures of our time.

Broken and Blessed

Broken and Blessed
Author: Fr. Josh Johnson
Publisher: Ascension Press
Total Pages: 148
Release: 2018-08-27
Genre:
ISBN: 1945179678

Only 2 in 10 Americans under 30 believe attending a church is important or worthwhile. Well over half of young adults raised in the Church have dropped out with many having a strong anti-Church stance, many even believing the Church does more harm than good.Fr. Josh Johnson was one of these people. In Broken and Blessed he tackles the harsh realities facing the Church in the 21st century. With charity and courage he speaks to his own generation of Catholic “Millennials,” who often feel their needs and concerns are not being addressed by the Church, or who simply do not believe the Catholic Faith has any relevance to their lives. Using his own experiences, both as a former struggling young Catholic and as a priest, Fr. Josh offers an inspiring witness of how he came to know God, rather than just knowing about him—and presents practical ways for us to truly know God as well. Broken and Blessed: Addresses head-on Millennials’ most pressing issues with the Catholic Faith Presents powerful and inspiring stories from Fr. Josh’s own faith journey Shows how one can truly encounter Jesus in a personal way Offers practical insights on how to overcome habitual sins Discusses the nature of prayer, as well as the challenges to prayer and how to overcome them

Joy in All Things

Joy in All Things
Author: Franciscan Assoc of Gb
Publisher: Hymns Ancient and Modern Ltd
Total Pages: 276
Release: 2009-10-30
Genre: Religion
ISBN: 9781853117473

This work offers a complete resource for the thousands of people who are members of the First (male), Second (female) and Third (lay men and women) Associates and friends of Franciscan communities, and all who aspire to embrace the simplicity and joy of Francis in their Christian lives. It includes the stories of Francis and Clare, their Rules of life, a daily office, other Franciscan devotions, the essentials of Franciscan spirituality, living as a Franciscan today, a Franciscan calendar, stories of Franciscan saints, places of pilgrimage and more.Contributors include: Murray Bodo ofm, Bishop John Jukes ofm, Damian Kirkpatirck ssf, Samuel Doble ssf, Frances Teresa osc and others.

Hungry Souls

Hungry Souls
Author: Gerard J. M. van den Aardweg
Publisher: TAN Books
Total Pages: 148
Release: 2009-11
Genre: Religion
ISBN: 0895559641

After a week of hearing ghostly noises, a man is visited in his home by the spirit of his mother, dead for three decades. She reproaches him for his dissolute life and begs him to have Masses said in her name. Then she lays her hand on his sleeve, leaving an indelible burn mark, and departs... A Lutheran minister, no believer in Purgatory, is the puzzled recipient of repeated visitations from "demons" who come to him seeking prayer, consolation, and refuge in his little German church. But pity for the poor spirits overcomes the man's skepticism, and he marvels at what kind of departed souls could belong to Christ and yet suffer still... Hungry Souls recounts these stories and many others trustworthy, Church-verified accounts of earthly visitations from the dead in Purgatory. Accompanying these accounts are images from the "Museum of Purgatory" in Rome, which contains relics of encounters with the Holy Souls, including numerous evidences of hand prints burned into clothing and books; burn marks that cannot be explained by natural means or duplicated by artificial ones. Riveting!