This primer may well be helpful to understand exactly what Vatican II said and the historical circumstances influencing its views. This is the purpose of “To Sanctify the World.”
Book offers Vatican II primer, falters in interpretation
Faint hope for healing reconciliation pervades writer’s debut novels
This California-based Catholic author’s stories focus on “almost-real” people struggling to live out their lives as parents, wives, husbands and best friends and young people coping with the angst and capriciousness of contemporary society.
Author argues broken American foster care system puts children in danger
Using a combination of research, data and firsthand interviews as evidence, the author argues that the foster care system does not prioritize the well-being of neglected and abused children.
New book focuses on misuse of religious traditions
“If you are ending this book uncomfortable,” writes the author, “I have achieved my goal.”
Speaker draws lessons for today from centuries-old insights of St. Ignatius
Top executive never consciously set out to write a book applying the principles of Ignatian discernment to business ethics, but as he began listening to his colleagues in the room — the idea of parallel tracks began to click.
Enjoyable book on Mother Teresa leaves reader wanting more
In this personal portrait, author Jim Towey describes how Mother Teresa was instrumental in changing his life for the better through her care for the destitute and her life of holiness.
Deacon provides thoughtful explanation of Christ’s real presence
Author Deacon Dennis Lambert’s focus is on the Catholic concept of “real presence” and a better understanding of Catholic beliefs about the Eucharist and holy Communion.
Two books look at Black Catholic experience from different angles
In Catholic books, an African American perspective is usually missing; these two books attempt to address that important gap in different and complementary ways.