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This book offers a reflection based on the traditional seven penitential psalms (Pss 6, 32, 38, 51, 102, 130, 143), which have been designated as such and prayed with during Lent since the seventh century. The author uses his own translation when needed for a verse or two from the original Hebrew as a foundation to offer a spiritual meditation/reflection based on life, prayer, and scripture. These core seven penitential psalms are complemented with other psalms used during Lent in the lectionary and work in conversation with one another. The first three penitential psalms make references to the body's bones as the visceral center of the psalmist's lament. These "bone psalms" reveal a gut level reaction that serves as the entry point into a Lenten reflection or pilgrimage. These seven psalms highlight the fact that something in the past has gone very wrong for the individual or the collective group. Audiences today will notice how true that reality is for the world or for their own personal history; the fact that something went astray and somehow life has a way of catching up to the unreflective sojourner. The first step into wholeness, however, is discovered in the recognition to offer a prayer of healing. The psalmist makes this discovery, "Heal me, Lord, for my bones are shuddering" (Ps 6:3). This book will begin and end with a focus on "healing" as the essential prayer for Lent. "Spiritual growth is hard and humble work, and what Fr. Victor Cancino offers us here is the warm hand of a guide willing to share his own journey. In Lord, Hear My Cry, we are invited into relationship with the wisdom of the Psalms and the hard-won insights of a spiritual master willing to let us into his struggles. Bridging the smallness of his mother's whispers with the transcendence of divine love, Cancino teaches us to see God in all things, especially in vulnerability."—Cecilia González-Andrieu, PhD, professor of theology and human rights, Loyola Marymount University, Los Angeles, California"Father Victor's reflections mirror God's kind spirit attempting to break through the pain of everyday life, especially in our Native communities."—Ryan W. Booth/keahu (Upper Skagit Tribe)Victor M. Cancino, SJ, lives on the Flathead Indian Reservation in western Montana and is the pastor of St. Ignatius Mission. He received his licentiate in sacred scripture from the Pontifical Biblical Institute in Rome. †

In The Lord''s Prayer, Brother David Steindl-Rast, a Benedictine monk and beloved spiritual teacher, reflects on Christianity''s most universal prayer in a way that transcends tradition, inviting all people into a deeper experience of gratitude, trust, and hope. Drawing from his lifetime of spiritual insight, Brother David explores each line of the prayer as a profound pathway toward inner peace and global compassion. Through meditative reflections and engaging conversations, he reveals how this ancient prayer speaks powerfully to the human condition today.Joining Brother David in this work is Brigitte Kwizda-Gredler, a medical sociologist and spiritual director whose presence enriches the book with fresh perspectives and lived wisdom. Their dialogue opens new insights into the prayer''s timeless message, inviting readers of all backgrounds to see the Lord''s Prayer not only as a sacred Christian tradition but as a prayer for all people. Perfect for personal reflection or group study, this book is a gentle yet powerful guide for anyone seeking to live with greater mindfulness, love, and connection.Brother David Steindl-Rast was born in 1926 in Vienna, Austria. He immigrated to the United States in 1952, joined a Benedictine monastery, and practiced Zen. He is cofounder of the Center for Spiritual Studies and a recipient of the 1975 Martin Buber Award. At present, Brother David serves a worldwide Network for Grateful Living through gratefulness.org, an interactive website with thousands of participants daily from more than 240 countries and territories. He currently resides in a monastery in his home country of Austria.

Fall in love with this amazing God-given world and its living creatures as you read these tales of Celtic saints and the creatures they loved. Whether it is St. Patrick speaking to wolfhounds or St. Brigid taming fox cubs, you will be enchanted by these saints and their stories, brought to life with whimsical illustrations. "Kenneth and Laetitia have done a beautiful job in revealing a defining quality of Celtic Christianity—that we belong to this earth, and God walks beside us in every creature."—Simon Ruth de Voil, minister, East Barre, VermontKenneth Steven studied literature at the University of Glasgow in the late 1980s; grew up in a household where faith was of central importance; and has published 50 books. His children's books have appeared in 18 languages. He has presented at numerous literary festivals and undertaken readings, talks, and workshops in hundreds of classrooms throughout the UK. †

Even when you feel small and insignificant, God has big plans for you!Little Star doesn''t feel like she shares the same gifts and abilities as the other stars in the sky. But when Little Star sees a family in need of help, she does what she can to come to their aid. Although she is not the biggest, fastest, or strongest star in the sky, God chooses her to help Mary and Joseph and ultimately His son, Jesus. Bethany Beyer is a teacher in Michigan, where she seeks to help diverse and nontraditional learners become successful and compassionate.Laetitia Zink is a French illustrator and author who has illustrated around fifty books, mainly for children.†

"In this well-crafted scholarly work, Abbot Gregory Polan offers a timely exposition and meditation upon the treasures to be found in the canticles that are part of the daily round in the Liturgy of the Hours. This, together with Abbot Gregory''s highly acclaimed commentary on the psalms, will be a rich resource for all who pray together ''in the person of Christ'' for the People of God and the whole world each day."—Arthur Cardinal Roche, prefect of the Congregation for Divine Worship and the Discipline of the Sacraments"With the prayerful depth of a senior monk, the careful precision of a scripture scholar, and the personal warmth of a spiritual companion, Abbot Gregory opens up the Old and New Testament canticles for all believers, but especially those who succumb to the lure of the Liturgy of the Hours. Even if you have prayed these canticles for many years, here you will dive more deeply into their context, structure, and meaning. You will find no better guide inhabiting the fields of liturgy, scripture, and prayer."—Fr. Paul Turner, pastor, Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception, Kansas City, MO''"No one is more qualified to write this unique set of reflections on the canticles of the Liturgy of the Hours than Abbot Gregory Polan. Not only does he have the experience of praying the divine office daily during his decades of monastic life, but he is a renowned scholar whose insights stem from deep engagement with the biblical text. An essential resource that addresses a long-neglected component of the divine office!"—Ronald D. Witherup, PSS, adjunct professor at St. Mary''s Seminary and University, Baltimore"Volumes have been written on the history, structure, and traditions of the divine office, but rarely have authors examined just the canticles—the ''little songs'' that punctuate the Liturgy of the Hours. In this book, we are treated to the insights of an historian, the mind of a biblical scholar, the soul of a poet, the heart of a believer, and the experience of a monk whose life has been shaped by the rhythm of beloved texts. This book will certainly encourage scholarship and enrich prayer."—Rita A. Thiron, executive director, FDLC, Washington, DCGregory J. Polan is a Benedictine monk and priest who served as abbot primate of the Benedictine confederation at Sant''Anselmo in Rome from September 2016 to September 2024. Before this, he was abbot of Conception Abbey for twenty years, where he also taught courses in scripture and biblical languages. He holds a doctorate in biblical theology from the Pontifical Faculty of St. Paul University, Ottawa, Canada.†

Embark on a transformative spiritual journey with The Breath of Christ: Discovering the Power of the Jesus Prayer. Authored by Hoa Trung Dinh, SJ, this profound book delves into the ancient practice of the Jesus Prayer, a meditative mantra that invites the divine presence of Christ into the heart of the believer. Through the pages of this enlightening work, readers are offered a pathway to deeper self-awareness, peace, and spiritual connection, bridging the gap between ancient wisdom and contemporary challenges.The Breath of Christ not only explores the historical and theological foundations of the Jesus Prayer but also provides practical guidance on integrating this practice into daily life. Whether you are struggling with anxiety, seeking inner peace, or longing for a more intimate connection with God, you will find that this book serves as a compassionate companion. With each chapter, you are invited to breathe deeply of the divine love, inviting transformative grace into every moment of your existence. Experience the profound impact of having Christ breathe life into your spiritual practice and discover the joy and serenity that awaits.Dr. Hoa Trung Dinh, SJ, is a member of the Department of Moral Theology and Canon Law at Catholic Theological College in Melbourne. He lectures in moral theology, bioethics, and sexual ethics. He is a priest of the Society of Jesus in Australia. Hoa Dinh trained as a medical doctor and practiced medicine for five years before he became a priest.

Christianity, Judaism, and Islam face similar questions and challenges about the continuing role of a foundational revelation that gives rise to a Tradition and traditions and, most importantly, to the sacred Scriptures in their formation and interpretation. A conversation among three experts in Christian, Jewish, and Muslim theology, this book introduces readers to the foundational issues that all three Abrahamic religions face as they examine comparative issues that affect major, monotheistic faiths."It is my greatest joy to read and savor my friend Gerald O''Collins''s last book. It is the capstone of a long and prodigious career of research and scholarship. Always open to new insights and new fields, O''Collins revisits his favorite theme, namely fundamental theology, on which he has written several trailblazing books, but this time in dialogue with his two confreres on Judaism and Islam. The book is vintage O''Collins, marked by a willingness to listen, profundity of thought, wide-ranging scholarship, and lucidity of expression. The book is a fitting tribute to one of the greatest and prolific theologians of our times."—Peter C. Phan, The Ignacio Ellacuria, SJ, Chair of Catholic Social Thought, Georgetown University"In our disrupted world of global religions, it has become crucial again for interreligious relations and coexistence between Christians, Jews, and Muslims to understand the idea of God''s revelation according to the religious ''other.'' This book addresses this question in a direct way that is clarifying and hope giving at the same time."—Massimo Faggioli, professor of historical theology, Villanova UniversityGerald O''Collins, SJ (d. 2024), was professor emeritus of theology at the Gregorian University in Rome and a prolific author of books and articles. Marc Rastoin, SJ, teaches at the Biblical Institute in Rome and has enjoyed extensive contacts with Judaism. Jean-Marc Balhan, SJ, has lived for many years in Turkey, where he has engaged in long-standing dialogue with Muslims.†