Let us pause for a moment, dear Reader: what would happen if that old crone, that shadow behind our backs, instead of arousing in us only panic and inconsolable sorrow, became the most demanding, though often invisible, teacher in our lives? What if every breath, even the shallowest one we take with such self-satisfaction, was nothing more than another lesson in this bizarre school called life, whose end – though so stubbornly repressed from our consciousness – is not at all a definitive c...

Let us pause for a moment, dear Reader: what would happen if that old crone, that shadow behind our backs, instead of arousing in us only panic and inconsolable sorrow, became the most demanding, though often invisible, teacher in our lives? What if every breath, even the shallowest one we take with such self-satisfaction, was nothing more than another lesson in this bizarre school called life, whose end – though so stubbornly repressed from our consciousness – is not at all a definitive c...

Day after day, like drops of venom seeping into the veins of a dying organism, the world was losing its vitality. It was not a sudden blow of cataclysm, no spectacular comet slicing through the sky, nor a supernova extinguishing all life in the blink of an eye. It was a quiet, methodical dying from within, a process of decay as subtle as it was relentless.The ecological crisis, like an invisible hand, tightened around the planet's throat, stifling its breath, poisoning its blood. T...

The book offers a profound theological and moral examination of the question of blessing individuals in homosexual and irregular unions, framing the discussion around the tension between Truth (doctrine) and Charity (mercy).The core argument establishes that the Christian imperative of "Do not judge" is not moral passivity, but the highest expression of our likeness to God, whose very nature is Love ($\text{1 Jn 4:8}$). God's judgm...

When we begin to reflect, we discover that we have so many, I would say so very many things to change - so many that we don’t know where to start. Well? Too much confusion! Calm down. Calm down! One thing at a time! Without hurrying! With patience, you can obtain everything!When we begin to reflect, we discover that we have so many, I would say so very many things to change - so many that we don’t know where to start. Well? Too much confusion! Calm down. Calm down! One thing at a ti...

When we begin to reflect, we discover that we have so many, I would say so very many things to change - so many that we don’t know where to start. Well? Too much confusion! Calm down. Calm down! One thing at a time! Without hurrying! With patience, you can obtain everything! Today, unfortunately, we lack patience. We all want everything immediately and, even better, for the day before yesterday. Do you know this saying? Patience is the virtue of the strong! Observing life today, we ourselv...

Let us pause for a moment, dear Reader: what would happen if that old crone, that shadow behind our backs, instead of arousing in us only panic and inconsolable sorrow, became the most demanding, though often invisible, teacher in our lives? What if every breath, even the shallowest one we take with such self-satisfaction, was nothing more than another lesson in this bizarre school called life, whose end – though so stubbornly repressed from our consciousness – is not at all a definitive c...

I think, or at least I hope, the answer is not difficult for any of us. We are children of God! God is our Father! Notice that we are not orphans or abandoned children. God is our Father, Creator of the sky, the Earth and the entire universe. Our Father is omnipotent. He is the best, can’t be better. We can’t have a better father. We are fortunate. God dwells in us! We are supporters of God! However! God is not the Father of Christians only, but of every man on Earth. Indeed! Most indeed! ...

I think, or at least I hope, the answer is not difficult for any of us. We are children of God! God is our Father! Notice that we are not orphans or abandoned children. God is our Father, Creator of the sky, the Earth and the entire universe. Our Father is omnipotent. He is the best, can’t be better. We can’t have a better father. We are fortunate. God dwells in us! We are supporters of God! However! God is not the Father of Christians only, but of every man on Earth. Indeed! Most indeed! ...

With Open Hands, Henri Nouwen's first book on spirituality and a treasured introduction to prayer, has been a perennial favorite for over thirty years because it gently encourages an open, trusting stance toward God and offers insight to the components of prayer: silence, acceptance, hope, compassion, and prophetic criticism. Provocative questions invite reflection and self-awareness, while simple and beautiful prayers provide comfort, peace, and reassurance. With more than half a...

“I do believe my life has no limits, and I want you to feel the same way about your life, no matter what your challenges may be.” --Nick VujicicYou Can’t Control What Happens to You…But You Can Control How You Will Respond!As a teenager Nick Vujicic wondered how he ever could have a "normal life." Born without arms and legs, Nick questioned how he would finish school, find a job, enjoy relationships, and not be a burden to o...

NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER • In this inspired follow-up to the million-copy bestseller To Heaven and Back, Dr. Mary Neal (featured in the Netflix original series Surviving Death) shares untold stories about her encounters with Jesus and powerful insights about how the reality of heaven can make each day magnificent.“If you want practical ways to bring more of Heaven into your life today, Dr. Neal shows how.”—John Burke, pastor and ...