If you’re looking to learn how to get the most out of prayer, this book is indispensable. As St. Augustine notes, When we pray, we speak to God; when we read Scripture, God speaks to us. The key to enriching our prayer is learning the language of Christianity, and the most effective way to learn the language of Christianity is an ancient technique known as lectio divina (“divine reading”). In these pages, you will lea...

Every couple faces conflict, and 'The Art of Apologizing' is here to guide you through it. Dive into topics like 'Understanding Conflict' and 'The Anatomy of an Apology' to unlock the transformative power of forgiveness in your relationship. Packed with real-life stories and practical insights, this book is a must-read for every couple, offering a roadmap to navigate conflicts, master the art of a genuine apology, and rebuild trust. Embark on this healing journey and discover the secrets t...

Did you see the Dragon? There really is a dragon in my garden! He is sneaky and mischievous and loves to show up when only I can see him. He loves to tease by only moving when the wind blows the leaves on the trees so you can not see him. But if you watch carefully he just may be standing right in front of you hiding in plain sight. Have you seen him yet?

This book is a contribution to our understanding of the worrying situation of small-scale fisheries (SSF) which face marginalisation in most coastal countries. The authors explain why SSF are so pressured; how there has been a powerful backlash against this marginalisation during the last 30 years; what are the main ideational currents supporting this backlash; and what is the enduring value of SSF that justifies that support. The authors discuss the major contemporary interpretations of S...

Renowned scholar Dr. Tim Gray masterfully guides you through the tumultuous and inspiring life of Peter--from his call to discipleship to his eventual martyrdom in Rome. Using Sacred Scripture and tradition, Dr. Gray highlights these important lessons from Peter's life, including:How to become a trusting disciple and "cast into the deep"The pitfalls of living discipleship at a distance and the eventual denial that will comeHow to recover from sin and accep...

This book is a critical analysis of the concept of marine protected areas (MPAs) particularly as a tool for marine resource management. It explains the reasons for the extraordinary rise of MPAs to the top of the political agenda for marine policy, and evaluates the scientific credentials for the unprecedented popularity of this management option. The book reveals the role played by two policy networks – epistemic community and advocacy coalition – in promoting the notion of MPA, showing h...

Where is the world going? And why is it doing that? A lot of books looking at the incoming waves of the future get starry-eyed about technology. This one takes a broader view of social change, framing the world we see taking shape in terms of two mindsets that are pulling in different directions. The internet has given us communication beyond borders. That has acted as an accelerator, bringing people together to grow ideas, movements and projects. The crowd mindset ...

The very title, "The ROSARY: Prayer for Thinking Christians" (Nihil Obstat: Diocese of Springfield, MA) directly challenges skeptics by contending that the Rosary with its repetitive prayer is for "thinking Christians." It begins with an eyebrow-raising report of a message spoken to a lone highway driver and then miraculously confirmed. The startling report does pass the "credibility test" of the Nihil Obstat censor and well-educated cover endorsers (Bud Macfarlane, Jr., MI, founder of the...

Based on his bestselling book Emotionally Healthy Spirituality, this 40-day devotional by Peter Scazzero is your guide to more intentional, meaningful, life-changing communion with God.We all struggle to find daily time to be with God for the nourishment of our souls. This groundbreaking devotional is your key to resting fully in the awareness of his presence, increasing your self-knowledge, and growing deeper, closer to God.Each d...

Is it really possible to enter into a genuine conversation with God? Christians throughout the ages have done so using the ancient practice of lectio divina, or spiritual reading. In this practical and inspirational book, Stephen Binz shows how we can read and reflect on Scripture in ways that enable us to hear God speaking to us in our thoughts and hearts. He explains how to converse with God in prayer, which will lead to contemplation and life-changing action. With a clarity that all wil...

Internationally acclaimed author Megan McKenna gives this Catholic tradition enriched modern relevance in a completely up-to-date guide to praying the Rosary, designed for general readers and incorporating the recent additions made by Pope John Paul II.As a speaker, teacher, and bestselling Catholic author, Megan McKenna has informed and inspired audiences both in- and outside of the Catholic tradition with her warmhearted, contemporary approach to spirituality. Now she turns her a...

This is the second book by Father Slavko. His first book was about prayer, this book is about the sacrament of reconciliation and is written from his heart. Confession is central to Christian living. It is unthinkable to have a Christian life without reconciliation between God and man. This confession manual is an outstanding directive in this beautiful sacrament of reconciliation.