A celebration of the treasured traditions, rituals, and stories that run through the bloodstream of American CatholicsFor Andrew Greeley, it is the reverence of Christmas night and the exultation of Easter morn. Martin Scorsese, like many others, remains grateful for the nuns who rapped his knuckles but built his self-esteem. Mary Gordon recalls the sense of lightness that follows confession; Vince Lombardi, the strength he derived from Mass; and Christopher Buckley, the role St. T...

Why Stay Catholic? by Michael Leach is an uplifting book about what's right in the Catholic Church today and why tomorrow offers such hope and promise. Scandals in the Catholic Church won't go away. The uninspiring sermons keep coming and lay people who don't feel fulfilled find themselves asking Catholic questions and looking for Catholic answers. This leads them to the greater question Why Stay Catholic? In Why Stay Catholic? national best-selling author Michael Leach offers ...

Michael Leach—the first-ever Chief Diversity & Inclusion Officer of the White House, former League Office official at NFL headquarters, and former Assistant to Head Coach for the Chicago Bears—unpacks the defining choice of our time: to shrink in fear or rise in faith. Listen as Michael narrates the story of Faith Over Fear. It's not just Michael's story; it's yours too.Each decision leads to victory or regret. What will you choose?

Timor-Leste’s long journey to nationhood spans 450 years of colonial rule by Portugal, a short-lived independence in 1975, and a 24-year occupation by Indonesia. This book examines the history of nation-building and national identity in Timor-Leste, and the evolution of a collective identity through two consecutive colonial occupations, and into the post-independence era. It charts the evolution of the idea of an East Timorese nation: its origins, its sources, and its competitors in tradit...

What's so great about being Catholic?If you posed this question to the average Catholic, there’s a good chance they’d look a little puzzled and confess, “I don’t know. I’ve never really thought about it.”Well, national best-selling author Michael Leach has thought about it—a lot! In Positively Catholic, Leach joyfully explores and explains 25 really good reasons for Catholics to love their faith, live their faith, and ultimately share their faith. F...

"A powerful story of faith, perseverance, and resilience." — Anthony Fauci, M.D., #1 New York Times bestselling author and former Director of the NIAIDFaith Over Fear isn’t just Michael Leach’s story; it’s yours too. Each decision leads to victory or regret. What will you choose?Michael Leach—the first-ever Chief Diversity & Inclusion Officer of the White House, former League Office official at NFL headquarters, an...

From the reflections of famous people and the stories of everyday folk to classic love letters and contemporary "ten best" lists, this delightfully eclectic treasury shines a spotlight on the many joys of marriage.I Like Being Married is the ultimate celebration of the ties that keep loving couples together in good times and bad. With a guest list that includes Paul Newman and Joannne Woodward, Nancy and Ronald Reagan, Queen Victoria, George Burns, and Secretary of...

The Life of Jesus is a powerful retelling of the story of Christ - His birth, teachings, miracles, sacrifice, and resurrection - presented in a way that brings timeless lessons of love, faith, and hope to life.This book takes readers on a journey through the ministry of Jesus, revealing His compassion for humanity, His wisdom through parables, and His unshakable commitment to God's purpose.Whether you're a lifelong believer or simply curious about the great...

This book examines how the concept of the ‘Rule of Law’ has been used in the field of international development over the past three decades.In the early 1990s, the field of international development turned to law as a tool for socio-political transformation and economic reform. Within time, the legal-philosophical notion of the Rule of Law emerged as the primary conceptual frame for that work. Although the Rule of Law is typically promoted as a transcendent and universal value, dev...

Adventures in Gnomeland The Migrating Gnomes Hans Larson is a Woodland Gnome and Protector of the Forests of Southern California. He lives with his wife, Gertie, and son, Eino, and daughter, Lula, somewhere hidden in the forests. Standing only 13 acorns tall as a full grown adult, the California Gnomes blend easily into the forest and scrubs that grow naturally in the mountains and foothills. This story tells about their move from their home and neighbors and into a new part of the forest....

Reflecting on the legacies of Timor-Leste's remarkable journey from colonialism to sovereign and democratic Independence, the Routledge Handbook of Contemporary Timor-Leste provides a comprehensive and up-to-date reference work on all aspects of life in Timor-Leste.Following an introduction and overview of the country, the Handbook is divided into five parts:Politics and governanceEconomics and developmentSoci...

Experiencing the Truth communicates the need of a vibrant, experiential, Reformed Christianity among African-Americans and all believers.How does a believer choose a church to attend? Sadly too many Christians search for churches that serve them and meet their perceived needs. Instead they should prefer places where God is exalted and biblical truth and Christian doctrine are proclaimed. Such churches are essential if Christians are to understand what God is doing and what he calls...