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The Voices of the Saints

A Year of Readings

By: Bert Ghezzi

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The inspiring stories of 365 holy men and women-from the best known to some of the most obscure-come to life in an engaging collection of biographical profiles, quotations from the saints themselves, meditations, and prayers. Voices of the Saints opens with an instruction from Saint Philip Neri: "The best preparation for prayer is to read the lives of the saints, not from mere curiosity, but quietly and with recollection a little at a time. And to pause whenever you feel your heart touched with devotion." With these words of faith and wisdom as his guiding principle, Bert Ghezzi presents the lives of such familiar and beloved saints as Saint Peter and Saint Catherine of Siena; Saint Jerome and Saint Thérèse of Lisieux; of humble, little-known figures like Felix of Nola, Pelagia the Penitent, and Leonard of Port Maurice; and of sainted men and women associated with a particular place, including Margaret of Scotland, Rose of Lima, Elizabeth Ann Seton, and Junípero Serra. In lively profiles written for contemporary readers, Ghezzi chronicles their journeys of faith and their contributions to the vitality of the Church. The voices of the saints resound throughout the book, in quotations drawn from their own writings, the works of biographers, and the recollections of witnesses. Readers can use Voices of the Saints in several different ways. Organized alphabetically, it serves as a helpful, easy-to-use dictionary. It also features a day-by-day numbering system, ideal for daily readings; notations at the end of each entry, enabling the exploration of the lives in historical order; an index that highlights particular themes (including the intriguing "Porcupine Saints"), and a calendar of saints' days. A fascinating look at disparate and unusual lives-each one a rich source of illumination, inspiration, encouragement, and motivation-along with prayers and meditations, Voices of the Saints is a valuable companion for members of Catholic, Episcopal, and other traditional churches, and an enlightening introduction to the saints for general readers.

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The Sign of the Cross

Recovering the Power of the Ancient Prayer

By: Bert Ghezzi

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The Sign of the Cross

Recovering the Power of the Ancient Prayer

By: Bert Ghezzi

Christians worldwide have been blessing themselves with the sign of the cross for centuries. But few who use this simple, familiar gesture know its impact as a powerful prayer. Author Bert Ghezzi shows how this potent prayer engages the Holy Spirit and affirms Christian identity. With insights derived from Scripture, church teachings, and personal experience, Ghezzi encourages people to utilize this powerful sign in their daily life. Drawing on the fascinating history of the sign of the cross, Ghezzi reveals six dynamic truths of the spiritual life that God gives. The Sign of the Cross brings forth an opening to God, renewal of baptism, mark of discipleship, acceptance of suffering, defense agains the devil, and victory over self-indulgence. This inspirational book brings to life the blessings of this ancient prayer and guides Christians to a renewed experience of God.

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Loyola Press

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0829430768

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Saints at Heart

How Fault-Filled, Problem-Prone, Imperfect People Like Us Can Be Holy

By: Bert Ghezzi

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Saints at Heart

How Fault-Filled, Problem-Prone, Imperfect People Like Us Can Be Holy

By: Bert Ghezzi

Saints at Heart presents an engaging picture of the spiritual life as shown in the experience and writings of the saints. The title announces the book’s double theme: the lives of holy men and women who have consecrated their lives to God, and to the possibility of our following them and also dedicating our hearts to God. Readers will discover in this book well-told and appealing stories of women and men, ordinary human beings like themselves, who knew God and whose lives as a consequence radiated light, love, and joy. Each story presents the core message of a saint’s life and highlights an important spiritual path that readers will be encouraged to follow.

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Paraclete Press

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The Heart of Catholicism

Practicing the Everyday Habits That Shape Us

By: Bert Ghezzi

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The Heart of Catholicism

Practicing the Everyday Habits That Shape Us

By: Bert Ghezzi

In The Heart of Catholicism, Bert Ghezzi, bestselling author and popular speaker, invites readers into his deep love for the Church. With great warmth and authenticity, he shows how foundational habits such as praying, studying scripture, serving others, celebrating sacraments, and learning from the saints remind us who we are as followers of Christ. In this completely revised and expanded version of Being Catholic Today: Practicing the Everyday Habits That Shape Us, Bert Ghezzi brings together his love for the Church and his teaching expertise in this practical introduction to the way Catholics live. Ghezzi uses stories from his own life to show how Catholicism is contagious, spreading from person to person because of the things Catholics do that are distinctively Catholic. Essential practices such as praying daily, celebrating the sacraments, reading and applying scripture, honoring the saints, confessing and overcoming sin, participating in parish life, caring for the poor, and evangelizing are treated in seventeen brief and inspiring chapters.

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159471441X

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The Angry Christian

A Bible-based Strategy to Care for and Discipline a Valuable Emotion

By: Bert Ghezzi

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The Angry Christian

A Bible-based Strategy to Care for and Discipline a Valuable Emotion

By: Bert Ghezzi

A needed antidote for our culture of anger. As both mainstream and Christian culture become more polarized and terms like “age of anger” become commonplace, The Angry Christian meets a desperate need. Not self-help or psychology, this book looks first and foremost at the Bible for answers to the problems of anger. The Bible’s answer? Christians can be good and be angry at the same time. This is possible, and spiritually healthy, if you allow the Holy Spirit to strengthen you to get angry for the right reasons, and keep your anger under control. Ghezzi also shows you how to: Use anger constructively Use scripture to discipline anger Let anger help you overcome obstacles “The Angry Christian draws from scripture, life in the Holy Spirit, and the virtues to fashion a response to anger that can become a moment of grace and holiness.” —His Eminence Donald Cardinal Wuerl, Archbishop of Washington “Whether anger is ally or adversary, righteous or right-filled depends upon its when, where, and why. Ghezzi masterfully reveals anger in all its faces, teaching how to harness it for maximum Christian good.” —Dr. Ray Guarendi, clinical psychologist and author of Fighting Mad “Anger is the mental virus of our age. It's an infection that becomes a poison that becomes an addiction, both bitter and delicious. Unless it's curbed, the habitual taste for conflict can break apart communities and families, and eat away every trace of our inner peace. In The Angry Christian, Bert Ghezzi explains the roots and nature of this emotional slavery with exceptional skill. Even more importantly, he shows us how we can be free of it." —Charles J. Chaput, O.F.M. Cap., Archbishop of Philadelphia “Bert Ghezzi is publishing an extremely important book for this particular time. Not only are a lot of people angrily reacting against other people and institutions in our society, but they evoke counter-reactions in ever more volatile forms. Bert addresses the reality of anger in human life, its usefulness and its need for control in practical ways that Christians can apply to themselves. This is a book which one can bring to prayer for meditation and from which one can gain much wisdom in a foolishly angry world.” —Fr. Mitch Pacwa, SJ, EWTN TV and Radio Host "In these tumultuous times, many of us see something that makes us angry almost every time we log on to our computers. Bert has provided a much-needed resource that helps us understand how to channel those intense feelings into making the world a better place." —Jennifer Fulwiler, SiriusXM Radio Host and author of One Beautiful Dream "We’re taught in church to avoid our anger and the pain that goes with it, but in an era of political, social and religious anger, how do we channel it for good? As Ghezzi suggests in his book, anger can be a slow and steady work toward justice, and a useful tool for the hearts of Christians, if we keep it in check and understand how it works. This book is for the average human who struggles to know themselves and others better in all the emotions that come with relationship, and a guide to help us become more whole along the way." —Kaitlin Curtice, author of Glory Happening

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1640601279

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Discover Christ

Developing a Personal Relationship with Jesus

By: Bert Ghezzi,Dave Nodar

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Discover Christ

Developing a Personal Relationship with Jesus

By: Bert Ghezzi,Dave Nodar

What is the meaning of life? Why do I need a savior? Why is the Resurrection important? What does it mean to believe and belong? Why does Jesus matter? Many people have lost their sense of purpose in life, or perhaps never took the time to develop one in the first place. Through personal stories, Scripture, and testimonies, the authors invite readers to find their purpose in a personal relationship with Jesus Christ. Discover Christ proposes that we find our identity and purpose in a God who is personal to the core. The book presents a God who didn't just send the broken world a set of rules, or a plan of social action, but who sent a person whose name is Jesus Christ. Whether you are skeptical of religious faith or a life-long believer, Discover Christ will challenge you to take a fresh look at what Jesus said and did and what that means for you.

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1612781136

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The Power of Daily Mass

How Frequent Participation in the Eucharist Can Transform Your Life

By: Bert Ghezzi

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The Power of Daily Mass

How Frequent Participation in the Eucharist Can Transform Your Life

By: Bert Ghezzi

Bestselling author, speaker, editor, and media personality Bert Ghezzi has been a leading figure in American Catholic life for more than forty years. In The Power of Daily Mass, he reveals how the Eucharist is the center of his daily life and calls him to witness the Real Presence of Christ to others in his work and relationships. Ghezzi shows how frequent participation in the Mass offers participants courage and hope to face everyday challenges, provides direction and encouragement through the scriptures, allows time to reflect and talk to the Lord, and is an opportunity to intercede for family and friends. Using quotations from saints and testimonies from fellow daily Mass attendees, Ghezzi encourages Catholics to grow closer to Jesus and receive Christ’s power for daily Christian living through the Eucharist. Ghezzi highlights how more frequent participation in weekday Mass is a wonderful way to grow in love for the Lord and receive the guidance for living that can only come from scripture and the Eucharist.

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Ave Maria Press

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1594715637

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Adventures in Daily Prayer

Experiencing the Power of God's Love

By: Bert Ghezzi

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Adventures in Daily Prayer

Experiencing the Power of God's Love

By: Bert Ghezzi

For the past forty-five years, beloved author Bert Ghezzi has begun each day with prayer. At first he had to work at doing it consistently, but eventually he couldn't imagine starting his day without it. Through his discovery of the gift of daily prayer, he came to see God's connection with us as a bountiful and permanent act of love. In this delightful book Ghezzi shares his adventures in prayer, offering readers a winsome invitation to experience the promise and power of this faithful daily practice. For those who have struggled at cultivating a strong prayer life, he provides practical help for overcoming obstacles. He also covers how to pray, praying for and with others, and persevering in prayer. The book includes questions for further reflection and group discussion at the end of each chapter.

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1441213023

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Saints at Heart

How Fault-Filled, Problem-Prone, Imperfect People Like Us Can Be Holy

By: Bert Ghezzi

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How Fault-Filled, Problem-Prone, Imperfect People Like Us Can Be Holy

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The Angry Christian

A Bible-based Strategy to Care for and Discipline a Valuable Emotion

By: Bert Ghezzi

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A Bible-based Strategy to Care for and Discipline a Valuable Emotion

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The Voices of the Saints

A Year of Readings

By: Bert Ghezzi

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A Year of Readings

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The Heart of Catholicism

Practicing the Everyday Habits That Shape Us

By: Bert Ghezzi

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Mystics & Miracles

True Stories of Lives Touched by God

By: Bert Ghezzi

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Mystics & Miracles

True Stories of Lives Touched by God

By: Bert Ghezzi

Praise for Mystics & Miracles "These wonderful stories . . . are fascinating reading. There is much to ponder here--and much to strengthen our faith." --Catholic Parent "Bert Ghezzi combines a wonderfully engaging style with real spiritual substance that feeds the soul." --Charles J. Chaput, O.F.M. Cap., archbishop of Denver "Bert Ghezzi has rescued mysticism from the myth of trendy spiritualities. . . . If your prayer leaves you longing for more of God, read this book, slowly." --Mike Aquilina, author, The How-To Book of Catholic Devotions "Ghezzi . . . offers simple but engagingly written accounts of the lives of twenty-four saints of considerable variety. . . . Highly recommended." --Library Journal "Although many of the mystics examined will be familiar to many, Ghezzi does manage to offer some new and interesting insights into their lives and times." --Booklist Mystics and Miracles by Bert Ghezzi explores the lives and saintly miracles of twenty-four ordinary people chosen by God to do his extraordinary work. From visions and healing to prophecies and miracles, these mystics provide a direct connection between the human and the divine. Ghezzi's easy-to-understand writing style makes this collection of biographies ideal for anyone who wants to better understand the saints and the miracles they performed.

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Loyola Press

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0829417729

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The Sign of the Cross

Recovering the Power of the Ancient Prayer

By: Bert Ghezzi

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Recovering the Power of the Ancient Prayer

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Sacred Passages

Bringing the Sacraments to Life

By: Bert Ghezzi

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Sacred Passages

Bringing the Sacraments to Life

By: Bert Ghezzi

Sacred Passages takes an entirely new approach to the way we understand and experience the sacraments. Foregoing dry, technical explanations, Bert Ghezzi explores the meaning and benefits of the sacraments in a practical and highly personal manner. Interweaving scripture, the writings of the saints, and personal stories, Ghezzi reveals the dynamic realities that the sacraments provide believers. In chapters devoted to each of the seven sacraments--Baptism, Communion, Confirmation, Reconciliation, Marriage, Holy Orders, and the Anointing of the Sick--Ghezzi restores a sense of wonder and excitement in the sacraments and instills an understanding of what is really happening. For example, in the section devoted to Communion, the effectiveness of the sacrament is explained: The eating of the bread and wine cleanse, strengthen, and nourish the spirit. Reconciliation is seen as an opportunity for direct access to God through prayer and the continued participation in Christ's ministry. Each chapter includes practical teachings on applying the grace of the sacraments in daily life, inspiring believers to participate fully in all the stages and important moments of the Christian life, from birth, growth, and coming-of-age, through vocation and service, and finally to death. One of America's most popular writers on topics of interest to Catholics, Ghezzi's engaging prose, easy-to-understand explanations, and thoughtful insights offer readers a life-changing vision of the role of the sacraments, and helps them experience the practical and spiritual rewards of each sacred passage.

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Doubleday Books

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0385503407

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Miracles of the Saints

True Stories of Lives Touched by the Supernatural

By: Bert Ghezzi

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Miracles of the Saints

True Stories of Lives Touched by the Supernatural

By: Bert Ghezzi

Bert Ghezzi introduces readers to the wonderful ways God works through healing and miracles in the lives of those who love him. Each reading focuses on a miracle in the life of a saint and contains biographical information about such saints as Francis of Assisi, Patrick of Ireland, Teresa of Avila, Joan of Arc, Catherine of Siena, and many others. Woodcut illustrations of selected saints enhance the beauty of this book.

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Zondervan Publishing Company

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0310207002

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The Times Book of Saints

A Year of Readings

By: Bert Ghezzi

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The Times Book of Saints

A Year of Readings

By: Bert Ghezzi

A total of 365 saints are featured here, but this is far more than a daily devotional book. Each entry has a summary of the saint's life and work but a distinctive feature is the addition in every case of extracts from the saint's own writings, so that today's reader can really hear the voice of the saint coming through.

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0007127383

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Being Catholic Today

Your Personal Guide : with Questions for Reflection Or Discussion and Action Ideas

By: Bert Ghezzi

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Being Catholic Today

Your Personal Guide : with Questions for Reflection Or Discussion and Action Ideas

By: Bert Ghezzi

Bert Ghezzi describes "Being Catholic Today" as "a jump start for new Catholics and a fresh start for the rest of us". For personal or group use, the book shows Catholics how to put their faith into practice. The title opens with an explanation of what it means to be Catholic and then describes 15 key ways of practicing the Catholic faith.

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Servant Books

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1569550107

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The Power of Daily Mass

How Frequent Participation in the Eucharist Can Transform Your Life

By: Bert Ghezzi

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How Frequent Participation in the Eucharist Can Transform Your Life

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Everyday Encounters with God

What Our Experiences Teach Us about the Divine

By: Benedict Groeschel,Bert Ghezzi

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Everyday Encounters with God

What Our Experiences Teach Us about the Divine

By: Benedict Groeschel,Bert Ghezzi

Who is God, and how do we know what he’s like? In twenty short chapters that cover a wide range of subjects, best-selling authors Fr. Benedict Groeschel and Bert Ghezzi alert us to the many-faceted ways we can learn about God through the daily circumstances of our lives. The face of God is unveiled by Groeschel and Ghezzi in engaging stories about forgiveness, kindness, conversion, and family, taken from personal experience, Scripture, literature, and the lives of ordinary people. In this unique book, the authors open our eyes to the Lord’s attributes —his love, his providence, his generosity, his justice, his creativity, and his preoccupation with beauty, and more—by discovering them in places as varied as the vastness of the heavens, the intricacies of our bodies, the genius of artists, and the love and care of our parents. Questions for personal reflection and group discussion will help readers to look for God themselves each day, as they learn to see him in fresh, new ways.

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The Word Among Us Press

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1593254083

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The Power of Daily Prayer

The Way to Experience God's Love

By: Bert Ghezzi

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The Power of Daily Prayer

The Way to Experience God's Love

By: Bert Ghezzi

In this book, popular Catholic writer and speaker Bert Ghezzi encourages us to open ourselves to the gift of prayer so that we can be transformed from the inside out.

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1593252463

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The Heart of a Saint

Ten Ways to Grow Closer to God

By: Bert Ghezzi

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The Heart of a Saint

Ten Ways to Grow Closer to God

By: Bert Ghezzi

God offers every human being the gift of himself, promising to come and make his home in the hearts of all who love and obey him. Saints respond to this gift by giving their hearts wholeheartedly to God. In The Heart of a Saint, best-selling Catholic author Bert Ghezzi portrays ten heroes of the faith whose lives demonstrate how we can grow closer to God as we give our hearts to him. From Th?r?se of Lisieux and Francis of Assisi to Dorothy Day and Pope John Paul II, the author paints a portrait of men and women taking on the heart of God in prayer, service, justice, and love of neighbor. Each chapter ends with suggestions for reflection, prayer, and action for growing in the particular spiritual quality exhibited by each saint. Ghezzi's engaging style as he tells these stories is both refreshing and inspirational.

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