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Catholic Customs: A Fresh Look at Traditional Practices 8 reviews
Regis J. Flaherty
Charis Books, 2003
Catholic Customs: A Fresh Look - by Regis Flaherty
As a lifelong Catholic, there are many areas of our faith that I accepted without fully knowing how and why they came to be. Reading this book has given me a new insight into the richness of our traditions and their basis. I have a deeper appreciation of the sacraments, the seasons of the church and the practices that surround them. I especially liked the review of the liturgical year, and I ...
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Exploring the Catholic Church: An Introduction to Catholic Teaching and Practice8 reviews
Marcellino D'Ambrosio
Charis Books, 2001
It would be a scandal not to purchase this book!
There are several strengths to Dr. D'Ambrosio's book and his teaching method. The first is his use and application of natural reasoning. He uses examples that everyone can relate to and agree with, without specifically relying on Revelation. This is an important tool of Pre-Evangelization and he uses it better than anybody I know. His explanation of Confession (both written & oral) using this ...
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Padre Pio: A Man of Hope13 reviews
Renzo Allegri
Charis Books, 2000
Absolutely Amazing!
Padre Pio is a modern day saint. With the exception of Mother Teresa, no other person in the religious life has commanded so much respect in recent times. Rather than focusing on the controversies, Renzo Allegri focus on the man in Padre Pio: Man of Hope. It is truly an inspiring read.
Padre Pio is the most recent man to bear the stigmata or wounds of Jesus Christ. The mystery of the ...
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Miracles Do Happen11 reviews
Briege McKenna, Henry Libersat
Charis Books, 1996
Great Testomony of the Power of Faith
"Miracles Do Happen" is an excellent testimony to the power of faith. Briege Mckenna developed sever arthritis as a young adult, which confined her to a wheel chair. When attending a Catholic Charismatic prayer services, she was miraculously healed. Allegedly, she received a private revelation, in which God asked her to be a healer to others. She debated whether the message was really from God, ...
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Catholics and the Eucharist: A Scriptural Introduction13 reviews
Stephen B. Clark
Charis Books, 2000
Highly Recommended
I found this book engaging, inspiring, and informative. The book's theology flows out of Holy Scripture, the Divine Lirturgy (both East and West) and Christian tradition. The result is that one learns not only about Holy Communion but about God Himself and His intention for His children (a little Christian history too). A confession: I'm not even Catholic; I'm Greek Orthodox. But I have found Mr. ...
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Full of Grace: Women and the Abundant Life8 reviews
Johnnette Benkovic
Charis Books, 1998
Full of Grace: Women and athe Abundant Life
It was an excellent book. EAch time I read it I learn more and feel refreshed. I purchased a copy for my daughter and the lovely young women I wanted to be my daughter-in-law. No matter what, they both will benefit from this lovely book as women and as peace makers in this world.
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Coffee With Nonna: The Best Stories of My Catholic Grandmother25 reviews
Vincent M. Iezzi
Charis Books, 2002
Uplifting Catholic book
This book is a pleasure to read. I've been reading the stories to my 9-year old son, who could read the book to myself, but prefers to sit with me and hear me read it to him, like as if he was Vinzee and I was Nonna. Right before I bought this book I traveled to Portugal with my family. It was Christmas and we were touring an ancient Cathedral when we noticed a very modest Naviity scene next ...
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Living the Catholic Faith: Rediscovering the Basics23 reviews
Charles J. Chaput
Charis Books, 2001
Basic Catholic Living
Anyone who follows any type of sports knows that the best teams or players, year in and year out are those that have most clearly mastered the fundamental basics of the sport. For years in American College football, Nebraska, Oklahoma and Alabama dominated the sport. These teams accomplished their goals, not by doing anything fancy or unusual but by simply lining up and running over their ...
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Ask the Bible Geek: Answers to Questions from Catholic Teens9 reviews
Mark Hart
Charis Books, 2003
Move over St. Paul!
The Bible Geek is a disciple of Jesus Christ, a comic, a big brother, an evangelist, and a sinner, which makes his biblical reflections inspiring and transformational for teens seeking Christ amid the culture of death. Hart incorporates every aspect of teens' lives and his own experiences of living as a disciple into his writing and reflections on Scripture - truth and sincerity radiate each ...
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No Wonder They Call It the Real Presence: Lives Changed by Christ In Eucharistic Adoration16 reviews
David Pearson
Charis Books, 2002
An Inspiring book
This book is a series of interviews with 9 different people talking about their experiences in Eucharistic adoration. This is a powerful & well written book once I started reading it I didn't want to put the book down. These people showed how adoration has given them a stronger faith and a deeper love of Jesus. These are people from all walks of life and with different experiences, some are ...
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Prayer Primer : Igniting a Fire Within8 reviews
Thomas DuBay
Charis Books, 2002
Excellent Book
This book is intended for the intelligent person who considers him/herself a beginner in prayer. It introduces the various types of prayer in a very understandable manner. Those who are familiar with Thomas DuBay already know that he is a wholehearted Christian who does not let society set the bar for his teachings. Those who are interested in persuing the Christian life with vigor should pick ...
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The Healing Power of the Eucharist5 reviews
John H. Hampsch
Charis Books, 1999
The Healing Power of the Eucharist
I came across this book and have read it and reread it and have also shared it with a number of friends. This is truly an inspiration book and will further your faith and intimacy with the Eucharist - the most wonderful gift from God. If you ever had questions about the Eucharist, your answers are here.
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Meet Katharine Drexel : Heiress and God¿s Servant of the Oppressed8 reviews
Mary Van Balen Holt
Charis Books, 2002
A ?Quick Read? that took me through troubling times
First let me say I am neither a reader nor a writer, so this review will be plain spoken and direct. Having said that, be aware that this book has lifted me up and sailed me through my troubling times. I read this book in the waiting room while my mother was having open hear surgery. I read this book to my mother during her recovery. What a blessing this book was for the both of us! I read this ...
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The Blessings of Love4 reviews
Mother Teresa
Charis Books, 1996
A God-inspired book by a true God-inspired person
Mother Teresa, through her life experiences, presents biblical principles that relate to the ever-changing world today. This book causes us to re-examine our great commission as Christians, and to not only Talk the Talk, but Walk the Walk. Through this Humble Lady of God, many lives have been touched by not only her hands, but her words, including mine
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Apparitions of Modern Saints : Appearances of Therese of Lisieux, Padre Pio, Don Bosco, and Others5 reviews
Patricia Treece
Charis Books, 2001
Overcome Doubt
Many Christians find themselves doubting just when they least want to, i.e. during tragic times. Nothing could help you more than reading about these authenticated researched apparitions of the saints to those on earth. Since Treece is a journalist, her approach is not sentimental but hard as a rock, exactly as you want your faith to be. Delightfully written, you will enjoy and be inspired by ...
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The Fire in the Cloud: Lenten Meditations : Daily Reflections on the Liturgical Texts5 reviews
Francis Martin
Charis Books, 2002
What a blessing this book is...
As a lay member of the Catholic Church, I am grateful to Francis Martin for bringing scripture and prayer to life. He has the ability to illuminate certain truths contained in scripture by explaining the texts from a fresh perspective. Also, this book gets into the real flow of the lenten season, tying the daily liturgical readings together and building upon them so that they make personal sense. ...
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Mornings With Henri J. M. Nouwen: Readings and Reflections5 reviews
Henri J. M. Nouwen
Charis Books, 1997
Great inspirational Book
Henri Nouwen gives us all a wonderful way to start each day! His inspirational and thought provoking views of life, both practical and spiritual, are just right for any Christian. Although Nouwen was Roman Catholic, his writings provide "soul food" for anyone looking for something more from day to day life. I would recommend this lovely little book to all.
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The Saints from A to Z: An Inspirational Dictionary5 reviews
Cindy Cavnar
Charis Books, 2001
Great "Pick Up" Reading
This is the kind of book you can read a little at a time, picking places at random, and have an "inspiration" each time. Whether you happen on an established Saint, a "Servant of God", "Venerable" or "Blessed" person (all explained simply in the forward to the book), you'll be captivated by the short biographies of these people. The variety is exceptional: familiar names you may want to refresh ...
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The Essential Catholic Catechism: A Readable, Comprehensive Catechism of the Catholic Faith6 reviews
Alan Schreck
Charis Books, 2000
"A Readable Catechism of the Catholic Church"
Schreck is one of a handful of Catholic catechists producing excellent, orthodox expressions of the Faith based on the Catechism of the Catholic Church.
The author of "Catholic and Christian", a book which gently explains Catholic beliefs to Protestants, Schreck in "The Essential Catholic Catechism" describes the richness of the Catholic Faith in a comprehensive guide suitable for laymen.
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Living Life Abundantly: Stories of People Who Encountered God6 reviews
Charis Books, 2002
Living Life Abundantly
Occasionally when we read the lives of the Saints some of them appeared to live lifes berift of sin. More often than not certain authors make the person out to be super-human. This is a great disservice to both you and I, because we know that our obvious weakness and sinfulness is all too the norm as we struggle to advance in virtue. One of the most beautiful things about this marvelous book ...
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