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Everyday Sacred, Everywhere Beauty

Readings from an Old Monk's Journal

By: Mary Lou Kownacki

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Everyday Sacred, Everywhere Beauty

Readings from an Old Monk's Journal

By: Mary Lou Kownacki

Writings of beloved spiritual writer, peace activist, and Benedictine nun Mary Lou Kownacki culled from her well-known "Old Monk's Journal.""--

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162698588X

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A Monk in the Inner City

The ABCs of a Spiritual Journey

By: Mary Lou Kownacki

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A Monk in the Inner City

The ABCs of a Spiritual Journey

By: Mary Lou Kownacki

Many centuries ago the ancient Desert Fathers and Mothers moved into the wilderness to leave behind the compulsions of the world and draw near to God. For Mary Lou Kownacki, a Benedictine nun and long-time peacemaker, her wilderness is the inner-city of Erie, Pennsylvania, surrounded by poor families trying to survive and keep hope alive in the midst of drugs, violence, and despair. From this outpost on the margins, she observes the world in poetic meditations, written with the passion of a prophet and the heart of a mystic. "I write about days when spiritual security, not fear, was a neighborhood's gift to children. I write about the sin of ignoring those who have the same needs we all do but no way to satisfy them. It is one way of trying to stretch my monk's robe until it embraces the suffering world.

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1608330508

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A Monk in the Inner City

The ABCs of a Spiritual Journey

By: Mary Lou Kownacki

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The ABCs of a Spiritual Journey

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Between Two Souls

Conversations with Ryōkan

By: Mary Lou Kownacki

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Between Two Souls

Conversations with Ryōkan

By: Mary Lou Kownacki

bIt is voices such as these, souls whose direction is clear and sure, free of stubble and full of light, that help the rest of us find our way through all the distractions of life, all of its illusions, beyond its mirages, around its empty enchantments. . . . Good reading, good thinking, good living is what this book brings to the soul.b -- Joan D. Chittister from the introduction "Between Two Souls" presents a lovely, spiritually uplifting conversation in poetry between a gifted modern-day Roman Catholic nun and a nineteenth-century Zen monk. Offering an utterly unique entree into spiritual contemplation, this book pairs inspirational writing from two distinct but mutually enriching faith traditions, revealing the religious joy, wisdom, and all-embracing compassion that transcend temporal, cultural, and theological differences. Ryō kan (1758-1831) is one of Japanbs most-loved and most-renowned poets. After formal training at the Zen monastery of Entsū -ji, he refused offers to head his own temple and instead lived as a wandering monk in the snowy country around Mt. Kugami. Ryō kan wrote thousands of poems during his travels but never published a collection himself. For two years Mary Lou Kownacki, a Benedictine nun, used Ryō kanbs poetry for devotions. Each morning she would read one of his poems, meditate on it, and then respond with one of her own. "Between Two Souls" is the result of this poetic interplay. Over the course of these pages, Kownacki and Ryō kanbs separate voices blend and become one, ultimately drawing the reader into their soulful dialogue on the eternal. Like echoes across time, these beautiful poems bring new depth andinsight to truths that mark the meaning of the ages. Along the way they consider the smallest things in life, using them to gently warn us not to miss the bigger truths found in each moment, not to squander our souls. Complemented with an inspiring introduction by Joan D. Chittister and elegant calligraphy by Eri Takase, this volume provides a lifetime of devotional insights. Listening quietly to these two great souls is sure to enrich your own.

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Wm. B. Eerdmans Publishing

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0802828094

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When Dreams Escape

By: MARY FRANCES BAUGH

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When Dreams Escape

By: MARY FRANCES BAUGH

A beautiful collection of poetry from the heart. Meaningful and heartfelt you will quickly be drawn into the feelings of each poem.

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1304067890

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The Journey Never Ends

How to Prepare a Spiritual Will

By: Mary Petrosky

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The Journey Never Ends

How to Prepare a Spiritual Will

By: Mary Petrosky

In the first book of its kind specifically for Catholics, theologian, spiritual director, and social worker Sr. Mary Petrosky, F.M.M., shows how a spiritual will—a document that outlines your values, intentions, and hopes for the future—can help you focus on what’s most important in your life. As you grow older, it will be something you’ll want to share with those you love. The Journey Never Ends guides you through the process of preparing a spiritual will as an expression of your life’s intentions. If you are a Catholic or Christian of another background, you will find this a useful tool for creating the kind of life you want to live now in order to positively impact the world around you. In addition, like a traditional will, it will help you create a legacy for your family. Petrosky has helped people on three continents find joy and meaning in their lives and purpose and understanding in their deaths through her work. Able to communicate theological ideas in everyday language, Petrosky organizes spiritual will-making around a theology of remembering, taking as her inspiration the words of Jesus: "Do this in remembrance of me." She provides a variety of sample wills to illustrate various approaches you can take. In the final chapter of the book, Petrosky will guide you to write your own spiritual will with simple, clear, inspirational prompts and examples. The document is something that could be shared with family, friends, and colleagues later in life. Following the teachings of St. Francis of Assisi, who lived life with joy and welcomed his death with openness and optimism, Petrosky guides you in how to best appreciate the art of living—and the way of dying.

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Ave Maria Press

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1594718067

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Thomas Berry

Selected Writings on the Earth Community

By: Tucker, Mary Evelyn,Grim, John

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Thomas Berry

Selected Writings on the Earth Community

By: Tucker, Mary Evelyn,Grim, John

Thomas Berry (1914-2009), was a priest, a'geologian, 'and a historian of religions. He was an early and significant voice awakening religious sensibilities to the environmental crisis. He is particularly well-known for articulating a'universe story'that explores the world-changing implications of contemporary science. Berry pointed the way to an ecological spirituality attuned to our place in nature and giving rise to an ethic of responsibility and care for the Earth.

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1608336530

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In My Own Words

By: Mary Kownacki,Joan Chittister

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In My Own Words

By: Mary Kownacki,Joan Chittister

Joan Chittister is one of the Church's key visionary voices and spiritual leaders in the post-Vatican II period, crisscrossing the globe to speak on behalf of women, peace, and human rights. She is an eloquent preacher of the word and a prolific and widely read author of more than 30 books. She has provided leadership and guidance in the articulation of spirituality for our times, one that passionately links the gospel to daily newspaper headlines in church, nation, and world affairs. She concentrates on women's issues, human rights, peace, justice, contemporary religious life, and spirituality in the modern world. Sister Joan received her PhD in speech-communications theory from Penn State University and has received numerous honorary degrees and awards. She is the founder and executive director of Benetvision: A Resource and Research Center for Contemporary Spirituality. View sample pages. "Hardcover

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Everyday Sacred, Everywhere Beauty

Everyday Sacred, Everywhere Beauty

A Monk in the Inner City

A Monk in the Inner City

A Monk in the Inner City

A Monk in the Inner City

Between Two Souls

Between Two Souls

When Dreams Escape

When Dreams Escape

The Journey Never Ends

The Journey Never Ends

Thomas Berry

Thomas Berry

In My Own Words

In My Own Words

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