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Title "Woo Hoo, Here I Am! Where Are You?"
Author Gola, Mary Lou Mac Eachen
Summary Story of a daughter's love for her mother who has Alzheimer's disease and the faith that sustained them. Millie Mac Eachen lived in Haddonfield and was a member of CTK Parish.

 

Title 365 Saints: Your Daily Guide to the Wisdom and Wonder of...
Author Koenig-Bricker, Woodeene
Summary A full year of meditations and practical suggestions for emulating the saints today.

 

Title A Call To Joy: Living in the Presence of God
Author Kelly, Matthew
Summary A personal story as well as a uniquely inspiring take on faith, love, and the adventure of living a spiritual life. Kelly dares us to resist the pressures of the modern world.

 

Title A Candle at Midnight
Author Heidish, Marcy
Summary Collection of readings, reflections, rituals and suggestions for those caught in depression. A recognition of the spiritual dimensions of the illness.

 

Title A Castle on Viola Street
Author DiSalvo, DyAnne
Summary A hardworking family gets their own house at last by joining a community program that restores old houses. Based on the Heart of Camden program.

 

Title A Child's Book of Prayer In Art
Author Beckett, Sister Wendy
Summary Author helps children to look and listen, gaining insight into art while developing a greater understanding of their own spirituality.

 

Title A Child's Good Night Prayer
Author Maccarone, Grace
Summary A perfect bedtime prayer to share as little ones prepare for sleep.

 

Title A Company of Women: Journeys Through the Feminine Experience-
Author Mahoney, Irene, O.S.M.( edited by)
Summary Book is an outcome of a gathering of diverse women-lawyers, teachers, administrators, archivists & missionaries who, in 1994, discussed their lives, loves, losses and faith.

 

Title A Concise History of the Catholic Church: Revised and ...
Author Bokenkotter, Thomas
Summary A history written for the "ordinary Catholic" with updates covering the Church's last 15 years.

 

Title A Friar's Joy
Author Cronin, Kevin M., ed.
Summary Short reflections by 15 members of modern-day friaries in America. They tell of special moments from their lives when they experienced God in different, often humorous ways

 

Title A Gift For the Christ Child
Author Schlafer, Linda
Summary South American Christmas folktale.

 

Title A God Who Looks Like Me: Discovering a Woman-Affirming Spirit
Author Reilly, Patricia Lynn
Summary Book shows why women must put aside their patriarchal images of God and plumb the depths for the feminine faces of God

 

Title A Grief Observed; Foreword by Madeline L'Engle.
Author Lewis, C.S.
Summary Concerns the death of C.S. Lewis' wife, poet Joy Davidman. Book probes the meaning of death, marriage, and religion.

 

Title A Music I No Longer Heard: The Early Death of a Parent
Author Simon, Leslie and J. J. Dranell
Summary Stories of 70 men and women who have lost a parent at a young age and how this event impacts their future experiences.

 

Title A Place For God: A Guide To Spiritual Retreats.......
Author Jones, Timothy
Summary A directory, with descriptions, of retreat centers throughout the U.S. and Canada

 

Title A Restless Seeking For God
Author Beymer, Jurjen
Summary This biography traces Nouwen's life from birth in Holland to his burial in Toronto.

 

Title A Return To Love
Author Williamson, Marianne
Summary Based on the teachings of "A Course In Miracles", a self-study program of spiritual psychotherapy, this book is about the practical application of love.

 

Title A Short Guide to a Happy Life
Author Quindlen, Anna
Summary Author reflects on what it takes to "get a life"- to live deeply every day and love the journey, not the destination.

 

Title A Simple Path / Mother Teresa: Compiled by Lucinda Vardey
Author Teresa, Mother
Summary In her own words, Mother Teresa shares the thoughts and experiences that have led her to do her charity work among the poor. Also the story of the Missionaries of Charity.

 

Title A Time For Miracles
Author
Summary Story of Elizabeth Seton, America's first native-born saint.

 

Title A Tree Full of Angels: Seeing the Holy in the Ordinary
Author Wiederkehr, Macrina, OSB
Summary A personalized invitation to stop, look, and listen for God in the here and now and in the little things in our lives.

 

Title A World Waiting to be Born: Civility Rediscovered
Author Peck, M. Scott
Summary Dr. Peck helps us understand our incivility and then provides for us a guide and a process for returning civility to ourselves and our organizations.

 

Title A Year With the Saints: Quotations and Extracts
Author Water, Mark
Summary A spiritual journey through the Christian year, with a saint and his/her story for 365 days.

 

Title After the Death of a Child: Living With Loss Through Years
Author Finkbeiner, Ann K.
Summary Focus is on the continued love parents feel for their child and the ways they devise to preserve the bond. Recommended for both parents and professionals.

 

Title Aging With Grace: What the Nun Study Teaches Us About......
Author Snowdon, David
Summary A scientific study involving 678 Catholic nuns, called "The Nun Study" which stands as some of the world's most significant research on aging and Alzheimer's disease.

 

Title Agony in The Garden
Author
Summary Tape #21 of 26 in "Jesus" series.  Video.

 

Title All God's Creatures Go To Heaven
Author Nolfo-Wheeler, A.A. Illus. by N.A. Noel
Summary A story inspired by the death of the author's childhood pet.

 

Title All You Really Need to Learn About Prayer You Can Learn From
Author Perrotta, Louise
Summary A collection of personal stories from the poor of the Caribbean Islands who have much to teach us about faith, perseverance, and prayer.

 

Title Amazing Grace For the Catholic Heart
Author Cavins, Jeff and others
Summary One hundred and one stories of faith, inspiration, hope and humor.

 

Title Amazing Grace For Those Who Suffer
Author Cavins, Jeff and M. Pinto
Summary Ten life-changing stories of hope and healing.

 

Title An Easter Carol
Author Kenney, Cindy
Summary Based on the video story of same name about the true meaning of Easter. For ages 4-8.

 

Title An Easter Holiday Cookbook
Author Raabe, Emily
Summary An explanation of the Christian holiday, it's origins, how it is celebrated, the traditions surrounding the holiday and recipes for children to make with an adult. Elementary ages

 

Title Annulments and the Catholic Church
Author Peters, Edward
Summary One hundred questions and answers about Catholic annulments written for lay people by a canon and civil lawyer.

 

Title Answering A Fundamentalist
Author Nevins, Albert J.
Summary An understanding of a Fundamentalist's beliefs and replies to help defend your Catholic Faith.

 

Title As Bread That Is Broken
Author van Breemen, Peter
Summary Author deals directly with the confrontation of God and man in prayer. Book shows how we are broken and consumed in the gift of ourselves to our fellow men and women.

 

Title Ascent into Hell
Author Greeley, Andrew
Summary A "Parable of Grace", an epic tale of a priest's spiritual pilgrimages

 

Title Ashes To Easter: Lenten Meditations
Author Morneau, Robert F.
Summary A meditative journey through the 40 days of Lent.

 

Title Autumn: Poems, Songs, Prayers
Author Mass, Wendy, Comp. by
Summary Toddler board book with classic, short pieces about Autumn.

 

Title Awake My Soul: Contemporary Catholics on Traditional ...
Author Martin, James, ed. by
Summary Twenty contributors introduce the practice of Catholic devotions to a new generation of the faithful.

 

Title Awareness: The Perils and Opportunities of Reality
Author De Mello, Anthony
Summary Author challenges us to become aware by becoming alive to the needs and potential of others, whether at home or in the workplace of others, whether at home or in the workplace.

 

Title Bad Girls of the Bible: And What We Can Learn From Them
Author Higgs, Liz Curtis
Summary Author tells us, with humor, how the "other women" from Scripture such as Delilah, Jezebel, Rahab, and others can teach us how to be "good girls" in the present.

 

Title Bad Stuff in the News: A Guide to Handling the Headlines
Author Gellman, Rabbi Marc & Msgr. Thos. Hartman
Summary Authors offer thoughtful advice on handling headlines about terrorism, violent crime, hunger and disease, disasters, hate crimes, environmental crimes, etc, Written after 9/11.

 

Title Bearing Our Sorrows: Christian Reflections for Courage....
Author Ashcroft, Mary E. and Holly Elliot
Summary Brief and potent reflections from historical and contemporary Christian writers arranged in 14 sections that offer interpretations of the Stations of the Cross

 

Title Befriending Life: Encounters With Henri Nouwen
Author Porter, Beth, Ed. by
Summary A collection of reminiscences celebrating the life and work of Henri Nouwen.

 

Title Behold Your Life: A Pilgrimage Through Your Memories
Author Weiderkehr, Macrina
Summary A 40 day healing retreat with the author guiding us through our memories to recognize the loving touch of God. Each day has a scripture reference and a guided meditation.

 

Title Best Spiritual Writing of 2000
Author Zaleski, Philip (Edit. by)
Summary  

 

Title Beyond the Mirror: Reflections on Death and Life
Author Nouwen, Henri J.M
Summary Nouwen reflects on a nearly fatal accident he experienced and how it led him to a new experience of God.

 

Title Bible Stories For Children
Author Horn, Geoffrey and A. Cavanaugh (retold
Summary Bible stories from both the Old and New Testaments

 

Title Blessed Among Women: Encounters With Mary and Her Message
Author Sparrow, Gregory S.
Summary Recounts more than 50 first-person, uplifting, true stories of people's encounters with Mary and discusses their significance in ways to inspire all.

 

Title Blessed Are the Pure of Heart
Author John Paul II, Pope
Summary Catechesis on the Sermon on the Mount and Writings of St. Paul.

 

Title Book of Bible Stories
Author dePaolo, Tomie
Summary  Juvenile literature.

 

Title Breadsticks and Blessing Places
Author Boyd, Candy Dawson
Summary When her best friend is killed, a twelve year old girl must grapple with the wish to give up on life. The author helps you people know that going on is possible.

 

Title Brother Sun, Sister Moon: The Life and Stories of St. Francis
Author Mayo, Margaret
Summary  

 

Title Building God's Kingdom: A History of the Diocese of Camden
Author Giglio, Charles J., Rev. Msgr.
Summary Written on the occasion of the 50th anniversary of the founding of the Camden Diocese. Tells of the development of the Diocese under each Bishop and each parish is mentioned.

 

Title Bus 9 to Paradise: A Loving Voyage
Author Buscaglia, Leo
Summary Author, in a warm and often humorous way, shows us that an earthly paradise is possible if we embrace life with a passion and we need to begin now.

 

Title C.S. Lewis On Grief
Author Walmsley, Lesley (Comp. by)
Summary  

 

Title Caesar's Coin: Religion and Politics in America
Author McBrien, Richard P.
Summary Father McBrien writes about fundamental questions of church and state, religion and politics, morality and government.

 

Title Called to Communion
Author Ratzinger, Joseph Cardinal
Summary Insights into the Catholic Church - the nature of church, bishop, and priest based on scripture and tradition. 

 

Title Care of the Soul: A Guide for Cultivating Depth and......
Author Moore, Thomas
Summary  

 

Title Care of the Soul: A Guide For Cultivating Depth and ----
Author Moore, Thomas
Summary A thoughtful and inspiring book about the life of the spirit.

 

Title Caring For A Loved One With Alzheimer's Disease: A Christian
Author Hall, Elizabeth
Summary What it's like to deal with Alzheimer's disease and how God's presence in your life can lessen your struggles. Some practical tips.

 

Title Catechism of the Catholic Church with Modifications From ...
Author U.S. Catholic Conference, Inc.
Summary A compendium of all catholic doctrine regarding both faith and morals, both biblical and liturgical, resulting from a Synod of Bishops assembled in 1985.

 

Title Catholic and Ecumenical: History and Hope
Author Bliss, Frederick M.
Summary A work that gives an up-to-date and accurate view of Catholic participation in ecumenical dialog among the churches and with people from other faith traditions.

 

Title Catholic Beliefs from A to Z
Author McBride, Alfred, Rev.
Summary Brief and inspiring answers to your questions about the Catholic faith.

 

Title Catholic Common Ground Initiative: Foundational Documents
Author Bernardin, Joseph Louis
Summary All the basic documents describing the Catholic Common Ground Initiative are gathered here in one volume.

 

Title Catholic Customs & Traditions: A Popular Guide
Author Dues, Greg
Summary A simple, clear statement of Catholic customs and a good reference for both pre-and post-Vatican II Catholics. Also a good resource for the RCIA.

 

Title Catholic Household Blessings & Prayers
Author Bishop's Committee on the Liturgy/NCCB
Summary Blessings and prayers to mark the sacramental events and special times of joy and trial in people's lives. Also has prayers for seasonal holidays and daily events.

 

Title Catholics in America
Author Fisher, James T.
Summary "Religion In American Life" series. Surveys more than four centuries of Catholics' role in American history.

 

Title Celebrating the Single Life
Author Muto, Susan Annette
Summary A spirituality for single persons in today's world.

 

Title Celebrate 2000!: Reflections on Jesus, the Holy Spirit...
Author John Paul II, Pope
Summary A book to help us respond to the Pope's invitation to spiritual renewal at the dawn of a new era. Contains 3 years of weekly readings.

 

Title Celtic Blessings: Prayers for Everyday Life
Author Simpson, Ray, Ed. by
Summary A collection of 130 blessings for almost every aspect of our lives, from baptizing an infant to buying a new car.

 

Title Chaste Passions: Medieval English Virgin Martyr Legends
Author Winstead, Karen A. (Edit and transl by)
Summary Contains 16 English virgin martyr legends, each of a different saint and translated into colloquial, modern English prose.

 

Title Chatstity: Just Do It!
Author Bonacci, Mary Beth
Summary Banacci gives teenagers the "Good News" about chastity - it's more than just abstinence - it's about loving - the right way.

 

Title Chicken Soup for the Christian Soul
Author Canfield, Jack and others
Summary Stories that will deepen your faith and expand your awareness of how to practice Christian values in your daily life - at home, at work and in the community.

 

Title Chicken Soup for the College Soul: Inspiring and Humorous..
Author Canfield, Jack, comp. by
Summary Stories to help the college student pass smoothly through the rough stretches of college.

 

Title Chicken Soup for the Teenage Soul: 101 Stories.....
Author Canfield, Jack, and others
Summary Stories for teens about lessons on the nature of friendship and love; the importance of belief in the future; the value of respect for yourself and dealing with death, suicide, etc.

 

Title Close Encounters With the Mass
Author
Summary Real life situations combined with fantasy and humor to show young people that the Mass truly is relevant and meaningful to them. The Altar, Tabernacle, and Ambo are explained.  Video.

 

Title Close Encounters With the Sacraments
Author
Summary Young actors appear in age-appropriate situations which combine live action with animation and provides young audiences with a fundamental understanding of the sacraments.  Video.

 

Title Come Aboard Noah's Ark
Author Downing, Julie, illus. by
Summary Board book for ages 2-5

 

Title Commitment: Key To Christian Maturity
Author Muto, Susan Annette
Summary A book about discovering God through faithfulness to our daily commitments.

 

Title Conclave: The Politics, Personalities, and Process ....
Author Allen, John L.
Summary Author is the Vatican correspondent for the National Catholic Reporter and provides an insider's guide to the election of the next pope.

 

Title Confessions: St. Augustine. Trans.by R.S.Pine-Coffin
Author Augustine, Saint
Summary Written twelve years after he experienced a conversion to Christianity at the age of thirty-two. From his own account we see a great sinner who became a great saint.

 

Title Console One Another: A Guide For Christian Funerals
Author Curley, Terence
Summary A solid reference and resource for anyone ministering to the areas of separation and loss.

 

Title Creating Small Church Communities, 3rd Ed.
Author Baranowski, Arthur R.
Summary A plan for restructuring the parish and renewing Catholic life.

 

Title Creating Small Church Communities, 3rd Ed.
Author Baranowski, Arthur R.
Summary A plan for restructuring the parish and renewing Catholic life.

 

Title Crossing the Threshold of Hope, Ed. by Vittorio Messori
Author John Paul II
Summary The Pope answers a series of questions prepared for him by a journalist for a TV interview. Although the live interview never happened, the Pope answered the questions in writing

 

Title Crossing The Threshold of Hope, ed. by Vittorio Messori
Author John Paul II, Pope
Summary Pope answers a series of questions prepared for him by a journalist for a TV interview. Although no live interview happened, "the Pope of surprises" responded to the questions.

 

Title Daily Prayers for Busy People
Author O'Malley, William J., SJ
Summary A four week cycle of daily morning, midday and evening prayers

 

Title Damien
Author Morris, Aldyth and Hawaii Public TV
Summary Award winning PBS productions that tells the story of Father Damien de Veuster, who came to the Hawaiian Islands in the late 1800s to work with the lepers on the island of Molokai.  Video.

 

Title Danger & Desire: A Lenten Journey
Author Himes, Michael
Summary Program 2 of 4. Father Himes draws upon readings of the Third Sunday of Lent. A reflection into the depth of Baptismal imagery. Recommended for RCIA.

 

Title Daniel and His Friends
Author Caswell, Helen
Summary Retells two Bible stories: one in which Shadrach, Meshach, and Abednego survive a fiery furnace and one in which Daniel is cast into a lion's den.

 

Title Daniel in the Lion's Den
Author Marzollo, Jean. Retold by
Summary Bible story that teaches us to be true to our beliefs.

 

Title Day By Day Through Lent: Reflections, Prayers and Practices
Author Lowery, Daniel L.
Summary Reflections based on the biblical reading for each day of Lent. Also offers practices that help you express your love for God and neighbor in concrete, practical ways.

 

Title Dear Heart, Come Home: The Path of Midlife Spirituality
Author Rupp, Joyce
Summary Author shares her own midlife journey- it's ups and downs-with such honesty and insight that we can identify with and benefit from the discoveries she has made along the way.

 

Title Death: The Final Stage of Growth
Author Kubler-Ross, Elizabeth, M.D.
Summary Author offers a spectrum of viewpoints on death including those of ministers, rabbis, doctors, nurses, and sociologists and the accounts of those near death and of their survivors.

 

Title Deliberate Acts of Kindness: Service as a Spiritual Practice
Author Gould, Meredith
Summary Explores the significance of service as an expression of spirituality and the commitment to something greater than oneself.

 

Title Desire of the Everlasting Hills
Author Cahill, Thomas
Summary Series: Hinges of History; v.3. The world before and after Jesus.

 

Title Devotions For the Chronologically Gifted
Author Bayer, Les. Edited by
Summary Devotions for those with years of wisdom.

 

Title Dictionary of Catholic Biography
Author Delaney, John J. and James E. Tobin
Summary A dictionary of saints and a short description.

 

Title Did Adam and Eve Have Belly Buttons?
Author Pinto, Matthew J.
Summary Answers to 200 questions about the Catholic Faith. Written for teens, but for all those who want to learn more about Catholicism.

 

Title Do I Really Need a Community? Questions of the Soul
Author Himes, Michael
Summary Fr. Himes demonstrates that there is no spirituality without community.

 

Title Don't Call Me Old I'm Just Awakening!: Spiritual ...
Author Sinetar, Marsha
Summary A guide to the spiritual needs of aging in the form of letters between 2 soul friends.

 

Title Drawn to the Divine
Author Reiser, William E., S.J.
Summary Reiser develops the idea that the mystery of God shows itself within ordinary human experiences.

 

Title Eastertide: Prayers For Lent Through Easter From the....
Author Tickle, Phyllis. Compiled by
Summary Author introduces modern Christians to the time-honored practice of "praying the hours". This book is a program of prayer that takes us through Len t

 

Title Eerdman's Dictionary of the Bible
Author Freedman, David Noel, Editor
Summary A new reference tool for reading and studying the Bible. Explains all the books, persons, places, events, and significant terms found in the scriptures. Catholic Library Assoc. OK

 

Title Endless Possibilities: A Lenten Journey
Author Himes, Michael
Summary Program 4 of 4. Fr. Himes examines the readings of the Fifth Sunday of Lent. Recommended for RCIA.

 

Title Entertaining Angels: The Dorothy Day Story
Author Wells, John
Summary launched activist newspaper, Catholic Worker, and put the words she wrote into action. PG-13

 

Title Everyday Blessings: The Inner Work of Mindful Parenting
Author Kabat-Zinn, Myla and Jon
Summary Authors show how to enrich our children's lives by honoring the fullness of the present moment-giving our own nonjudgmental, conscious, fully accepting presence.

 

Title Everyday Life In Bible Times
Author National Geographic Society
Summary National Geographic writers and photographers journey in the footsteps of towering Bible figures, seeking sites and scenes that link us to them.

 

Title Excellent Catholic Parishes: The Guide to Best Places and
Author Wilkes, Paul
Summary A guide to the best parishes in the U.S. for those interested in making their own parish a better place to worship and gather as a faith community.

 

Title Expecting Adam: A True Story of Birth, Rebirth and ------
Author Beck, Martha N.
Summary A memoir that chronicles the pregnancy of the author who learns that she will have a Downs Syndrome child. She and her husband redefined their values and got faith in miracles.

 

Title Exploring Scripture: How the Bible Came to Be
Author Cunningham, Phillip J., C.S.P.
Summary Short, clear introduction to the Bible, it's time and culture, it's place of origin and it's historical development is ideal for all ages.

 

Title Facilitating For Growth
Author Fleischer, Barbara
Summary A guide for scripture study group and Small Christian Communities.

 

Title Facilitating For Growth
Author Fleischer, Barbara J.
Summary A guide for scripture study group and Small Christian Communities.

 

Title Faith For Here and Now: Experience the Mystery of Christ ..
Author Pokusa, Joseph
Summary Reflections on our Christian, Catholic Faith by the pastor of Christ the King Church, Msgr. Pokusa

 

Title Faith: Adventures From the Book of Virtues
Author Bennett, William J.
Summary Annie's faith is put to the test after her friend dies unexpectedly, leaving her feeling alone and bewildered. Based on the "Book of Virtues" by William Bennett, PBS Kids.

 

Title Faith: Trusting Your Own Deepest Experience
Author Salzberg, Sharon
Summary Author offers wisdom on understanding faith as a healing quality, a refuge that can be nurtured in each of us to soothe life's deepest wounds. 

 

Title Fall From Grace
Author Greeley, Andrew
Summary .

 

Title Family Friendly Web Sites for Kids
Author Petro, Valerie and Lauren E. Marley
Summary A selection of places on Internet that are safe, fun and educational. The sites are reviewed, rated and categorized by age, with icons providing guidance at a glance.

 

Title Family Prayer for Family Times: Traditions, Celebrations---
Author Chesto, Kathleen O'Connell
Summary Author shows us how to begin prayer habits in a family and offers prayers celebrating the spiritual aspects of everyday life and special events.

 

Title Family Talk About Drinking
Author Anheuser Busch
Summary A video for parents on how to talk to your kids about drinking.

 

Title Father, We Thank You, illust. by Mark Graham
Author Emerson, Ralph Waldo
Summary Classic poem by American writer, Emerson, that captures the inspiration and beauty of nature and is a powerful expression of wonder and thanks

 

Title Favorite Novenas and Prayers
Author Cassidy, Norma Cronin, comp. and ed. by
Summary A collection of classic novenas and private prayers, which have been used and cherished for many years.

 

Title Field Afar: Baguio, Philippines, Episode 7
Author Baguio, Philippines, nar. by Steve Allen
Summary Story of a Maryknoll sister from Boston who is trying to help the indigenous Cordillera people of the Philippines to defend their land against an open-pit mining operation.  Video.

 

Title Feelings and Emotions in Christian Living
Author O'Shaughnessy, Mary Michael, OP
Summary Book is concerned with the correlation and integration of our affective behavior with the Gospel message and the impact of the Christ-event on us.

 

Title Field Afar: Maryknoll, Episode 13
Author Maryknoll, narrated by Steve Allen
Summary A fresh portrait of the missioner and the history of growth and change of the Maryknoll missioners at the close of the 20th century. Last episode of the PBS series about them.  Video.

 

Title Finding God in the Movies: 33 Films of Reel Faith
Author Barsotti, Catherine and Robert Johnston
Summary Authors identify and explore key biblical themes in recent movies, like forgiveness, faith, and repentance. Includes complete film study guides.

 

Title Fire in the Heart: A Spiritual Guide For Teens
Author Chopra, Deepak
Summary By recounting his own experiences at age 15, the author, a noted Hindu author and physician, provides a blueprint for teens who are seeking their own spiritual path.

 

Title Fire in the Soul: A New Psychology of Spiritual Optimism
Author Borysenko, Joan
Summary Author reveals to us the power of spiritual optimism, a philosophy that views life crises as opportunities for personal growth and spiritual homecoming.

 

Title First Comes Love: Finding Your Family in the Church and ..
Author Hahn, Scott
Summary Hahn focuses on the search for a sense of belonging, revealing the intimate connection between the families on earth and the Holy Trinity.

 

Title First Communion: A Family Journey
Author
Summary The meaning of the Eucharist, Baptism, and full membership in the Church is made clear to both First Communicants and their parents.  Video.

 

Title Flowers in the Desert: A Spirituality of the Bible
Author Dunn, Demetrius, O.S.B.
Summary Father Dunn concentrates on the spiritual teaching of the Old and New Testament and finds the connection to our 20th century existence.

 

Title For The Children
Author John Paul ll, Pope
Summary Words of love and inspiration from Pope John Paul ll.

 

Title Forgiveness and Reconciliation: Religion, Public Policy and
Author Helmick, Raymond, Edit.by
Summary A collection of essays by experts in conflict resolution, that focuses on the role forgiveness can play in the process.

 

Title Francis: The Knight of Assisi
Author Creative Communications
Summary Animated true story of the founder of the Order of the Minor Friars and inspiration of three Franciscan orders.  Video.

 

Title Fresh Bread and Other Gifts of Spiritual Nourishment
Author Rupp, Joyce, OSM
Summary A handbook structured for reading and praying the scriptures throughout the year. There are monthly themes enhanced by daily scripture readings, poetic reflections and prayers.

 

Title From Self-Care to Prayer: 31 Refreshing Spiritual Tips
Author Egberg, Gary
Summary Practical, concrete ways to pray and gently nurture ourselves in the midst or aftermath of conflict, stress, fatigue, fear and other challenging moments.

 

Title Full of Grace: An Oral Biography of John Cardinal O'Connor
Author Golway, Terry
Summary A biography about John Cardinal O'Connor, Archbishop of NY who died in May, 2000. He was both a crusader for traditional values and a pioneer for the new face of Catholicism.

 

Title Further Along the Road Less Traveled
Author Peck, M. Scott
Summary A follow-up to Peck's first publication about each person's spiritual journey.

 

Title Gift and Mystery: On the 50th Anniversary of My Priestly---
Author John Paul II, Pope
Summary Autobiography written by Pope John Paul II on the occasion of the fiftieth anniversary of his ordination. Originally published in Italy by Libreria Editrice Vaticana.


Title Gifts of Grace: A Gathering of Personal Encounters With ...
Author Jensen, Lone
Summary Forty-one stories telling of the Blessed Virgin Mary in peoples' lives.

 

Title Gifts of the Spirit: Living the Wisdom of the Great Religions
Author Zaleski, Philip & Paul Kaufman
Summary  

 

Title Give Me Grace: A Child's Daybook of Prayers
Author Rylant, Cynthia
Summary Prayers for kindness, love, gratitude, and guidance are the perfect way to begin or end a child's busy day. Presents 7 prayers in rhyme, one for each day of the week.

 

Title God And His Creations: Tales From the Old Testament
Author Williams, Marcia, retold and illust. by
Summary Re-tells 11 Old Testament stories in comic book format.

 

Title God Is In the Small Stuff and it All Matters
Author Bickel, Bruce and Stan Jantz
Summary Forty brief selections to guide the reader to discover God in the details of just one area of your life.

 

Title God Is Love: Classic Bible Verses for Children
Author Joslin, Mary
Summary .

 

Title God Love You
Author Sheen, Fulton J.
Summary  

 

Title God Made Something Out of Nothing to Do...and So Can You!
Author Collection of brief excerpts from Sheen's most popular and provocative writings.

 

Summary  

 

Title God Moments: Why Faith Really Matters to a New Generation
Author Langford, Jeremy
Summary Author establishes himself as a voice for his generation of Catholics in describing his struggle to find a spiritual home. He is co- editor of The Journey To Peace by Bernardin.

 

Title God Sees Into the Heart: A Lenten Journey
Author Himes, Michael
Summary Program 3 of 4. Fr. Himes examines readings of the Fourth Sunday of Lent. The theme is "light and darkness". Recommended for use with RCIA.  Video.

 

Title God Underneath: Spiritual Memoirs of a Catholic Priest
Author Beck, Edward L.
Summary A collection of engaging personal tales of Father Beck written to reveal the presence of God in everyday life.

 

Title God's Little Devotional Book for Moms
Author Honor Books
Summary  Short devotions comprised of scripture quotes and stories for the busy mom.

 

Title God's Little Seeds: A Book of Parables
Author Le Tord, Bijou
Summary Parable of the Sower and Parable of the Mustard Seed for ages 2-6.

 

Title God, Country, Notre Dame
Author Hesburgh, Theodore M.
Summary Father Hesbergh reflects on his life, from his childhood to his studies, ordination, appointment to the presidency of Notre Dame at age 35, to respected global citizen.

 

Title Golf and the Spirit: Lessons for the Journey
Author Peck, M. Scott
Summary Dr. Peck writes a book for masters and non-golfers alike, to explore the deeper issues of managing the spiritual aspects of this wonderful, maddening, deflating and inspiring game.

 

Title Good News About Sex and Marriage
Author West, Christopher
Summary An easily readable, down-to-earth and stimulating account of the Church's teaching on sex and marriage. 

 

Title Good News Bible: Catholic Study Edition
Author United Bible Societies
Summary A new translation of the Bible in standard, everyday, natural English.

 

Title Grandma's Gone To Live in the Stars
Author Haynes, Max
Summary This book is for all children and their families and assures us that love remains forever. It focuses on the death of a beloved grandmother and will be comforting to all who grieve

 

Title Grieving: How to Go on Living When Someone You Love Dies
Author Rando, Therese A.
Summary A clinical psychologist with much experience in the areas of loss, grief, and the psychosocial care of the chronically, guides us through this difficult human experience.

 

Title Guess How Much I Love You?
Author McBratney, Sam
Summary Bedtime story seeks to measure the immeasurable: the love between a parent and a child.

 

Title Guess How Much I Love You?, Copy 2
Author McBratney, Sam
Summary  A small bound book for very young children.

 

Title Guidance from the Darkness: The Transforming Power ........
Author Shelton, Mary Murray
Summary A book written for those who want to grow through pain rather than be shut down by it.

 

Title Hail, Holy Queen: the Mother of God in the Word of God
Author Hahn, Scott
Summary New perspectives on Mary and her central importance in the Christian Faith from a Catholic scholar and apologist.


Title He Is Alive!
Author Haidel, Helen
Summary The Easter Story for ages 4-8.

 

Title He Is Risen
Author
Summary Easter story in animated video for family viewing.

 

Title He Still Moves Stones
Author Lucado, Max
Summary Author tells us that the purpose of the portraits of hurting people in the Bible is to remind us what Jesus still does - move the stones that we can't budge.

 

Title Healing the Original Wound: Reflections ------
Author Groeschel, Benedict J., C.F.R.
Summary Father Benedict has written a book about our journey toward God and explores the mystery of God's loving plan for us.

 

Title Hearing With the Heart
Author Farrington, Debra K
Summary Author and retreat leader leads us to discover how to invite God's presence into every aspect of daily life. Filled with exercises, guidelines, and practical help.

 

Title Heaven On Earth: 15 - Minute Miracles to Change the World
Author Seo, Danny
Summary A motivational book that enables us to feel good about ourselves by encouraging us to do good for other. Many suggestions.

 

Title His Brother's Keeper
Author Sheldon, Charles
Summary Chronicles a town's battle for justice in the midst of a labor dispute and delves into the soul of a man struggling with his young faith. Based on true event

 

Title His Holiness: John Paul II and the Hidden History of Our ..
Author Bernstein, Carl and Marco Politi
Summary Tells how the pope and Pres. Reagan met in Rome and committed their resources to reverse the divisions of Yalta and hasten the demise of communism.

 

Title History of Black Catholics in the United States
Author Davis, Cyprian
Summary Events, tales and chronicles that bring us a view of the Catholic Church in this country by presenting a treatment of the Black Catholic experience.

 

Title Home Is a Holy Place: Reflections, Prayers, and .....
Author Boyer, Mark
Summary Author reflects on over 30 different ordinary household items and how each can be a subject of a prayer, reflection, and/or meditation.

 

Title Home With a Heart: Encouragement for Families
Author Dobson, James
Summary Compilation of commentaries intended to help the relationships that thrive in the home-where the heart is.

 

Title How Do You Spell God? Answers to the Big Questions From ...
Author Gellman, Marc and Msgr. Thomas Hartman
Summary A rabbi and a priest show us how the great religions teach us to live.

 

Title How Jesus Died: The Final 18 Hours
Author Dauer, John, Producer/Director
Summary Presents the comprehensive medical, forensic and historical facts of the Crucifixion of Jesus Christ.  Video.

 

Title How Many Miles To Bethlehem?
Author Crossley-Holland, Kevin
Summary  

 

Title How Much Does God Love Me?
Author Wood, Tim
Summary  

 

Title How the Animals Saved the Ark and Put Two and Two Together
Author Smith, Roger
Summary Delightfully illustrated story tells how the animals survived 40 nights of rain and gives a witty, mathematical twist to an age-old tale.

 

Title How To Save the Catholic Church
Author Greeley, Andrew M. & Mary Greeley Durkin
Summary Without questioning the importance of doctrines and rules, the authors contend that the renewal of Catholicism depends on rediscovering and reaffirming the truths of it's heritage.

 

Title I Did It, I'm Sorry
Author Buehner, Caralyn and Mark
Summary Humorous picture book that points the way to good behavior by presenting a series of animals facing moral dilemmas.

 

Title I Like Being Catholic
Author Leach, Michael, Ed. and T. J. Borchard
Summary  A celebration of the treasured traditions, rituals, and stories that run through the bloodstream of American Catholics.

 

Title I Love Daddy
Author Boyd, Lizi
Summary  

 

Title I Love Mommy
Author Boyd, Lizi
Summary  

 

Title I Never Know What To Say: How To Help Your Family And .....
Author Donnelly, Nina Hermann
Summary A book to help you to help your family and friends cope with tragedy.

 

Title I Say a Little Prayer for You
Author Bacharach, Burt and Hal David
Summary Words from the song are illustrated by Karin Littlewood.

 

Title I Want To Believe, But...A Navigator for Doubters
Author Wright, Boyd
Summary  Book poses-and-answers - over 80 of the toughest questions that have ever bothered those who want to believe in Christianity.

 

Title I Wanted to Know All About God
Author Kroll, Virginia
Summary Through children's questions about God, they learn He can be found in everyone and everything they encounter.

 

Title I Wonder How God Made Me
Author Hodgson, Mona Gansberg
Summary One of the "I Wonder" series which focuses on the biblical explanation of how God created us.

 

Title If I Could Ask God...
Author Robb, Andy
Summary Contains some of the questions young children might ask God.

 

Title Illuminated Life: Monastic Wisdom for Seekers of Light
Author Chittester, Joan
Summary  

 

Title Illustrated Children's Bible
Author Hirsh, E.B.R. (adapted by)
Summary A Bible for children incorporating both the Old and New Testament, designed to be read to younger children, read by older children and shared by families reading it together.

 

Title In  God's Image: Archetypes of Women In Scripture
Author Millet, Craig Ballard
Summary Through 7 empowering archetypes, this book helps women identify their gifts and explore how they reflect the feminine attributes of the Deity.

 

Title In God's Name
Author
Summary The people of the world set out to find God's name. Helps young children to realize their relationship to God and others. Based on book by Sandy Sasso.  Video.

 

Title In the Heart of the Temple: My Spiritual Vision for ......
Author Chittister, Joan
Summary Collection of writings by the author focusing on the struggle for social justice, feminism and ecology.

 

Title In the Heart of the World: Thoughts, Stories & Prayers
Author Teresa, Mother
Summary portrait of Mother told in her own words with a blend of daily life experiences, prayers, and spiritual wisdom.

 

Title Inside Islam: A Guide for Catholics
Author Ali, Daniel and Robert Spencer
Summary Questions and answers format that explains the basics of Islam to Catholics.

 

Title Inside My Father's House
Author Kelly, George A., Msgr
Summary A N.Y. City priest's joys and struggles with his Church and it's people from 1939 through one of the most divisive and challenging periods of it's history.

 

Title Intimacy With God
Author Keating, Thomas
Summary Wisdom on the way that centering prayer can deepen our intimacy with God.

 

Title Introduction to the Devout Life, trans. by John K. Ryan
Author Francis de Sales
Summary A unique handbook of spiritual reflection for all Christians of every age and walk of life. A fine modern translation of Francis' classic work.

 

Title Inviting God In: Scriptural Reflections and Prayers .......
Author Rupp, Joyce
Summary Book organized according to the seasons of the church year. Each entry is one page long beginning with a scripture verse followed by a reflection and a prayer.

 

Title Irish Lace
Author Greeley, Andrew M.
Summary A mystery in the Nuala Anne McGrail series. A tale of young love and faith by a priest who is a bestselling author.

 

Title It's a God Thing: Pictures and Portraits of God's Grace
Author Palau, Luis
Summary Through it's simple, true-life stories, the book illustrates the small, often mysterious ways in which God orchestrates events to create something positive amid the pain of life.

 

Title It's Great to Be Catholic!
Author O'Keefe, Susan Heyboer
Summary Little things and big about being Catholic is described in this joyous book.

 

Title It's Not the Same Without You: Coming Home to the Catholic
Author Finley, Mitch
Summary Author addresses the concerns of Catholics who have fallen away from Church practice and he offers a gentle and sensible invitation to come back.

 

Title Jesus
Author Wildsmith, Brian
Summary  Juvenile literature.  Picture book.

 

Title Jesus Ascends Into Heaven
Author
Summary Tape #25 of 26 in "Jesus" series.  Video.

 

Title Jesus Calls His Apostles
Author Tape # 13 of 26 in the "Jesus" series.  Video.
Summary  

 

Title Jesus Dies On the Cross
Author Tape #23 of 26 in "Jesus" series.  Video.
Summary  

 

Title Jesus Feeds the Multitudes
Author Tape #16 of 26 in "Jesus" series.  Video.
Summary  

 

Title Jesus Grows Up
Author Paris, Pilar (et al)
Summary Using scripture, history and imagination, this video creates a portrait of what life might have been like for Jesus as he was growing up.    Video.

 

Title Jesus Grows Up
Author Paris, Pilar
Summary An imaginative journey into the childhood world of Jesus.

 

Title Jesus In Egypt: Discovering the Secrets of Christ's Child..
Author Perry, Paul
Summary Author recounts a modern-day pilgrimage into Egypt in order to gain insight into the early life of Jesus which has been shrouded in mystery.


Title Jesus Raises Lazarus
Author Tape # 18 of 26 in "Jesus" series.  Video.
Summary  

 

Title Jesus' Teaching Ministry
Author
Summary Tape #17 of 26 in "Jesus" series.  Video.

 

Title Jesus, This Is Your Life: Stories & Pictures by Kids
Author Kunkel, Jeff, Ed. by
Summary Book won the Religion Convention Prize of 2001

 

Title Jesus: What He Said, What He Did
Author Ricart, Ignasi and Maria Ruis
Summary These are the stories of Jesus' Baptism in the Jordan River, the parables of The Prodigal Son and The Good Samaritan, miracles, the Crucifixion and the Resurrection. Ages 3-7. Video.

 

Title Joan of Arc
Author
Summary An all star cast tells the story of the legendary warrior, Joan of Arc, who, at age 17, led one of the greatest campaigns for freedom the world has ever seen.  Video.

 

Title Jonah & the Great Fish
Author Robertson, Cindy. adapted by
Summary Board book that tells the story of Jonah and the whale. Ages 3-5.

 

Title John Henry Newman: A Biography
Author Ker, Ian
Summary  

 

Title John the Baptist
Author Tape #7of 26 in "Jesus" series.  Video.
Summary  

 

Title John the Baptist
Author
Summary Animated family film based on the New Testament  Video

 

Title Joseph Who Loved The Sabbath
Author Hirsh, Marilyn, retold by
Summary  

 

Title Joseph's Book of Colors
Author Leininger, James R.
Summary A book in "The Beginners Bible Early Learning Series" for very young children.

 

Title Joshua and the Children
Author Girzone, Joseph F.
Summary Book continues the teachings and inspirations from the author's previous bestseller, Joshua.

 

Title Joshua in the Holy Land
Author Girzone, Joseph
Summary One of the "Joshua" books, full of resonances from the Gospels, with a surprising and uplifting conclusion.

 

Title Joshua, A Parable For Today, Copy 2
Author Girzone, Joseph F.
Summary  

 

Title Joshua: A Parable for Today
Author Girzone, Joseph F.
Summary Father Girzone wrote this modern day parable about Joshua, a carpenter who seems to transform everyone he comes in contact with by his warmth, acceptance and love.

 

Title Journal of a Soul, trans. by Dorothy White
Author John XXlll, Pope (1881 - 1963)
Summary "My soul is in these pages" said the Pope of the spiritual diaries he began writing at age 14 and continued for 67 years. The last entry was about 6 months before his death in 1963

 

Title Journey of Endurance: The Pursuit of God
Author Anonymous Author
Summary Author is a Christian counselor and serves the homeless. He was a high school dropout, worked minimum wage jobs, and lost a great deal of money in trading commodities. 

 

Title Journey of Love: Essays To Help Teens Find God's Purpose
Author Peter, Val J.
Summary  

 

Title Journey to the Heart: Daily Meditations on the Path to ...
Author Beattie, Melody
Summary In 365 daily reflections, the book will comfort, inspire us, help us to discover our true purpose and teach us to connect more deeply within ourselves.

 

Title Journey, Easter Journey!
Author Mackall, Dandi Daley
Summary Rhyming story of Jesus' birth, death and resurrection.

 

Title Joy To The World: Two Thousand Years of Christianity
Author James, Francis G. and Miriam Hill, Edit.
Summary Collection of writings about the birth of Jesus and its celebration from the first to the twentieth century. Contains stories, legends, poems, hymns, prayers, sermons, letters.

 

Title Just the Way You Are
Author Lucado, Max, illus.by Sergio Martinez
Summary A king adopts a family of orphans who try to impress him with gifts and their talents, but it is the one willing to spend time with him who wins his approval.

 

Title Keep the Faith, Change the Church
Author Muller, James E. and Charles Kenney
Summary Story of the grassroots organization formed to give the laity a voice in making their church a more effective spiritual and social force.

 

Title King George and the Ducky: A Lesson About Selfishness
Author Big Ideas Productions
Summary Teaches the lesson that when we are selfish, we hurt the people around us.  Video.

 

Title King Herod and the Wise Men
Author Tape #3 of 26 in the "Jesus" series.  Video.
Summary  

 

Title Lazarus
Author West, Morris
Summary  

 

Title Learning To Meditate
Author Zanzig, Thomas
Summary A 30 day program that introduces to people the basic skills of meditation.

 

Title Legend of the Three Trees
Author
Summary This tale tells of three trees dreaming of becoming great and being disappointed about their existence until they each interact with Jesus. They learn each has a special purpose. 

 

Title Letters of St. Therese of Lisieux, Vol. 2, 1890-1897
Author Therese of Lisieux, Saint
Summary General correspondence translated from the original manuscripts by John Clarke, O.C.D.

 

Title Lifesigns: Intimacy, Fecundity and Ecstasy in Christian ...
Author Nouwen, Henri J. M.
Summary Author examines three diverse aspects of Christianity: the Gospel invitation to intimacy, the call to fecundity and the experience of ecstasy along our common spiritual journey.

 

Title Lifesigns: Intimacy, Fecundity and Ecstasy in Christian ...
Author Nouwen, Henri J.M.
Summary  

 

Title Listen For a Whisper: Prayers, Poems, and Reflections by Girl
Author Claussen, Janet and Marilyn Kielbasa, Ed
Summary Collection of prayers, poems, and reflections by girls ages 11-18. Writing selected from over 1200 submitted by girls from schools and parishes across North America.

 

Title Listening & Learning
Author Mitchel, David and Deborah
Summary Three animated stories, tied in with the Bible, about listening to the advice of others.

 

Title Little Prayers and Graces
Author Kennedy, Anne, illus.by
Summary A "Baby Blessings" book for ages 18 months and up.

 

Title Lives and Legends of the Saints: With Paintings From.......
Author Armstrong, Carole
Summary Twenty of the best-known and loved saints in Christian history as portrayed by the world's greatest artist

 

Title Living in the Time of Jesus of Nazareth
Author Connolly, Peter
Summary A reconstruction of life in Judea & Galilee at the time of Jesus, from the reign of Herod, through the uprising against the Romans, to the crushing of Jewish resistance at Masada.

 

Title Living Peace: A Spirituality of Contemplation and Action
Author Dear, John, S.J.
Summary For Dear, a respected Jesuit leader of the ecumenical peace movement, the spiritual life is a combination of contemplation and action. Here, he describes his journey in this path.

 

Title Loaves & Fishes
Author Caswell, Helen
Summary Retells the familiar Bible story from the point of view of young Thomas, who offers his own lunch of five barley loaves and 2 fish to Jesus, who in turn uses them to feed a crowd.

 

Title Lord Have Mercy: The Healing Power of Confession
Author Hahn, Scott
Summary An explanation of the Church's teachings on confession and forgiveness.

 

Title Lord of the Dance
Author Greeley, Andrew
Summary  

 

Title Love Is ...
Author Halperin, Wendy Anderson (adapted by)
Summary Author enlisted the help of her children and their friends to come up with the many alternating scenes that either epitomize or contrast with Paul's description in 1 Corinthians.

 

Title Loving Each Other: The Challenge of Human Relationships
Author Buscaglia, Leo
Summary Book addresses the intricacies and challenges of relationships.

 

Title Making Parish Meetings Work
Author Laz, Medard
Summary A step-by-step guide on how to plan for, conduct, and evaluate meetings on both the parish and diocesan levels.

 

Title Marian Apparitions of the 20th Century
Author
Summary Messages from Our Lady from all over the world.

 

Title Mariette In Ecstasy
Author Hansen, Ron
Summary An immersion into the society of a small convent at the time of turn of the century that raises questions about the complex nature of passionate faith.

 

Title Mary Through the Centuries: Her Place in the History 
Author Pelikan, Jaraslav
Summary A world-renowned scholar tells how Mary has been depicted and venerated through the ages.

 

Title Mary Today
Author Pennington, M. Basil
Summary Author explores the Scripture, the documents of Vatican II , information from recent apparitions and "private" revelations, and works of theologians to define Mary's place today.

 

Title Mary, Mother of Jesus
Author Joslin, Mary
Summary Mary's story, retold for children.

 

Title Mary, Mother of Jesus
Author Shriver, Eunice Kennedy & Bobby Shriver
Summary A story of love, sacrifice, and faith. Produced by Eunice Kennedy Shriver and Bobby Kennedy.

 

Title Mastering Sadhana: On Retreat With Anthony de Mello
Author Valles, Carlos, S.J.
Summary DeMello's own words as recorded by the author during a 15 day retreat which was the last one conducted by deM. Teachings on love, suffering, the self and the non-self, change, etc.

 

Title Maurice & Therese: The Story of a Love
Author Ahern, Patrick
Summary The inspiring letters between Therese of Lisieux and a struggling young priest. Author is an an auxiliary bishop of N.Y., one of the foremost experts on the spirituality of Therese

 

Title May I Walk You Home?: Courage and Comfort for Caregivers...
Author Hutchinson, Joyce and Joyce Rupp
Summary Good book for family members, friends, chaplains, or health care workers who are accompanying the dying person on his/her final journey.

 

Title Meditation In Motion
Author Muto, Susan Annette
Summary Discovering the still points in your busy day....moments for reflection, refreshment and renewal.

 

Title Mere Christianity
Author Lewis, C.S.
Summary First given a radio talk, then published in 3 parts, this is author's doctrine of Christian belief. He rejects the boundaries that divide Christians and finds a common ground.

 

Title Mind Over Media: The Power of Making Sound Entertainment..
Author
Summary Probes the media debate through discussions with students, music stars and youth culture experts. Biblical steps suggested to make sound entertainment choices.  Video.

 

Title Miracles: Wonders Jesus Worked
Author Hoffman, Mary
Summary Author narrates 9 of Jesus' miracles and helps children to understand their significances.

 

Title Miriam and Her Brother Moses
Author Marzollo, Jean. Retold by
Summary Bible story of Miriam, a brave little girl who helped save her baby brother.

 

Title Models of the Church, Expanded Edition
Author Dulles, Avery, S.J.
Summary A theologian identifies 6 "models" through which the Church's character can be understood. Of great value in entering fruitful conversations towards ecumenism.

 

Title Mom Stories: Instant Inspiration for Mothers
Author Jennett, Vickie LoPiccolo
Summary Stories to read and share with others showing the "ordinary holiness" of a mom's life.

 

Title More Daily Prayers for Busy People
Author O'Malley, William
Summary A four week cycle of morning, mid-day and evening prayers.

 

Title Moses and the Burning Bush
Author Simon, Mary Manz
Summary A children's story of faith and obeying God. For ages 4-8.

 

Title Moses Crosses The Red Sea
Author Simon, Mary Manz
Summary One of a Series: Prince of Egypt values series

 

Title Mother Teresa: Beyond the Image
Author Sebba, Anne
Summary The first unbiased and balanced account of Mother Teresa's life and work.

 

Title Mountain Magic: A Family's Legacy of Faith
Author Lentz, Alice Boggs
Summary  

 

Title Mr. Ives' Christmas
Author Hijuelos, Oscar
Summary Story of the love a man has for his family and also a meditation on how a person can find peace in the aftermath of a shattering crisis.

 

Title My First Prayers
Author Longfoot, Stephanie, illust.by
Summary  

 

Title My First Prayers and Psalms
Author Curti, Anna. Illus. by
Summary A board book for toddlers and pre-schoolers.

 

Title My Guardian Angel: Helper and Friend
Author Donaghy, Thomas J.
Summary  

 

Title My Little Bible Promises
Author McFetridge Britt, Stephanie (Illust. by)
Summary Short, illustrated bible verses for children ages 2-5 years.

 

Title My Little Book About God
Author Watson, Jane Werner
Summary A board book for the very young that attempts to explain the greatness of God in simple, concrete terms that children will understand.

 

Title My Monastery Is A Minivan
Author Roy, Denise
Summary Thirty five stories that show how family moments can bring the greatest spiritual reward.

 

Title My Nature Is Fire: Saint Catherine of Siena
Author Meade, Catherine M., C.S.J.
Summary Puts light on ;the world of Catherine, her inner world and the approaches she took in challenging the Church and the world of her day.

 

Title My Truth, Your Truth, Whose Truth?
Author
Summary A panel of teens discuss popular (and not so popular) opinions about a variety of moral dilemmas. A presentation that's a catalyst for meaningful discussions.

 

Title My Very First Book of Bible Words
Author Hollingsworth, Mary
Summary For children ages 4-6.

 

Title Nearer, My God: An Autobiography of Faith
Author Buckley, William F., Jr.
Summary A memoir of one man's faith-the social and political commentator, William Buckley. He tells us the story of his life as a Catholic Christian.

 

Title Never Alone: A Personal Way to God
Author Girzone, Joseph F.
Summary Girzone unveils his personal way to God and unfolds the spirituality of love and forgiveness.

 

Title New Catholic Encyclopedia: Jubilee Volume,The Wojtyla Years
Author Catholic University of America
Summary  

 

Title New Catholic Picture Bible: Popular Stories From the Old &
Author Lovasik, Lawrence, S. V. D.
Summary An illustrated Bible for children, with stories from the Old and New Testament.

 

Title Nicholas: The Boy Who Became Santa
Author Creative Communications
Summary Based on historical facts and tradition, this is an animated film about a boy with the gift of giving who later was known as Santa Claus. Video.

 

Title No Apologies: The Truth About Life, Love, + Sex
Author Focus on the Family Films
Summary A message about strength courage and character - revealing the importance of waiting until marriage to have sex, and uncovering what happens when teens don't.  Video.

 

Title Noah's Ark
Author Gorbaty, Norman. Illus. by
Summary  

 

Title Noah's Ark, translated by Anthea Bell
Author Fussenegger, Gertrud
Summary Re-tells the story of how Noah and the animals survived the flood.

 

Title On Being Catholic
Author O'Connor, John Cardinal (1920 - )
Summary Author addresses major problems facing today's world and speaks to these concerns in the light of the Catholic faith.

 

Title One Day My Soul Just Opened Up
Author Vanzant, Iyanla
Summary A program of inspiration and motivation that will help you work through problems and improve your emotional and spiritual health.

 

Title Open Your Hearts: Messages From Our Lord Jesus and ....
Author McColgan, Michael. Compiled by
Summary Messages from Jesus and His Blessed Mother.

 

Title Opening to God: Guided Imagery Meditation on Scripture
Author Bohler, Carolyn Stahl
Summary An introduction to the creative use of biblical imaging, meditation, and imaging prayer.

 

Title Original Blessing
Author Fox, Matthew
Summary A book about people who embrace original blessing as loving and celebrating life and although aware of sin, they don't dwell on their unworthiness.

 

Title Orthodoxy
Author Chesterton, G.K.
Summary Author's exploration of the essentials of Christian faith and of his pilgrimage to belief. A classic in religious autobiography.

 

Title Our Father: The Prayer Jesus Taught
Author Joslin, Mary
Summary  

 

Title Our Lady of Fatima
Author Walsh, William Thomas
Summary Story of the appearance of the Blessed Virgin Mary to 3 simple children at an obscure Portuguese village in 1917.

 

Title Out of Solitude: Three Meditations on the Christian Life
Author Nouwen, Henri, J.M.
Summary These meditations were first given at sermons at Yale University at the United Church of Christ. Based on New Testament.

 

Title Parable of the Bridesmaids
Author Caswell, Helen
Summary Retells Jesus' parable of the ten bridesmaids, five of whom prepared for their part in the wedding festivities and five of whom were foolish.

 

Title Pascual and the Kitchen Angels
Author DePaola, Tomie
Summary Pascual, a boy blessed by angels at his birth, receives divine help when the Franciscan monks make him their cook.

 

Title Patrick: Brave Shepherd of the Emerald Isle
Author
Summary Tells the story of St. Patrick by blending historical facts with beloved traditions.

 

Title Peace Pilgrim: Her Life and Work in Her Own Words
Author Friends of Peace Pilgrim (compiled)
Summary Story of an American woman who transcends all national, religious, and sectarian bonds to communicate love, understanding and integrity.

 

Title People of God
Author Leroux, Penny
Summary An account of Catholicism's frontline battle in the struggle for world Catholicism with a focus on liberation theology.

 

Title People of the Lie: The Hope for Healing Human Evil
Author Peck, M. Scott
Summary Dr. Peck probes the essence of evil through cases encountered in his practice as a psychiatrist. He integrates these insights with those of religion.

 

Title Poetry As Prayer: The Hound of Heaven
Author Waldron, Robert
Summary As a prayer-poem, this work sets us on a meditative journey to a deeper way of praying.

 

Title Pray All Ways
Author Hays, Edward
Summary Author challenges us to explore the common and the ordinary in our lives as the "stuff" from which are made whole and holy people.

 

Title Prayer, Faith and Healing: Cure Your Body, Heal Your Mind--
Author Caine, K.W. and B.P. Kaufman
Summary Over 500 ways to use the power of belief to "cure your body, heal your mind and restore your soul" from some of America's leading pastors, counselors, doctors and helth researchers

 

Title Prayers About Everyday Stuff
Author van Bemmel, John G.
Summary  

 

Title Prayers and Devotions From Pope John Paul II,ed by.---------
Author John Paul II, Pope
Summary Reflections for each of the 365 days of the liturgical year through the writings and addresses of Pope John Paul II. Ed. by Bishop Peter Canisius and Johannes Van Lierde.

 

Title Prayers that Heal Our Emotions
Author Ensley, Edgar
Summary Guided prayer experiences designed to relax you and reduce tension while bringing God's comfort and calm into your soul. A warm and popular style.

 

Title Praying Our Goodbyes
Author Rupp, Joyce
Summary A book about "those experiences of leaving behind and moving on, the stories of union and separation". For anyone who has experienced loss of any kind, to help and heal the hurts.

 

Title Praying Our Goodbyes, Copy #2
Author Rupp, Joyce
Summary A book about the "spirituality of change" for anyone who has experienced loss. It's written to help heal the hurts caused by goodbyes and the anxieties caused by change.

 

Title Praying the Bible With Your Family: Grow Closer And .....
Author Kopp, David and Heather
Summary Includes key scriptures, prayer and devotional text, Bible trivia, prayers for special occasions, "truth to go" and more.

 

Title Praying the Rosary
Author McKenna, Megan
Summary Author explores the Rosary and explains how to pray it.

 

Title Preaching the Just Word
Author Burghardt, Walter J., SJ
Summary A theologian offers advice to other preachers about the ways to address today's most controversial social issues concerning the poor, oppressed and marginalized.

 

Title Prince Caspian: The Return To Narnia
Author Lewis, C.S.
Summary The Chronicles of Narnia; book 4

 

Title Queen of Angels: Mary's Answers to Universal Questions
Author Connell, Janice T.
Summary Author has organized Mary's messages by topic to address concerns we face every day.

 

Title Queen of the Cosmos: Interviews With the Visionaries of Med
Author Connell, Jan
Summary A distillation of many interviews with the Visionaries of Medjugorje, Yugoslavia.

 

Title Quiet Places With Jesus: 40 Guided Imagery Meditations....
Author Powers, Isaias
Summary  

 

Title Raising Faithful Kids in a Fast-Paced World
Author Faulkner, Paul
Summary Through extensive research and interviews with 30 successful families who have raised faithful kids, the author offers solid answers and practical strategies.

 

Title Reaching Out, Copy 2
Author Nouwen, Henri J.M.
Summary This book is a response to the question: What does it mean to live a life in the Spirit of Jesus Christ?

 

Title Reaching Out: The Three Movements of the Spiritual Life
Author Nouwen, Henri J.M.
Summary This book is a response to the question: What does it mean to live a life in the Spirit of Jesus Christ?

 

Title Real Life, Real Spirituality: For Busy People Who ...
Author Esway, Judy
Summary Author offers delightful stories and examples from her own life to illustrate that busy people can indeed develop a transforming prayer life.

 

Title Real Life, Real Spirituality: For Busy People Who .....
Author Esway, Judy
Summary Author offers delightful stories and examples from her own life to illustrate that busy people can indeed develop a transforming prayer life.

 

Title Recover and Heal: Meditations on the Twelve Steps
Author Albertus, Karen
Summary Through meditations, the author provides Christians with a bridge that spans the gap between 12 step language and the language of Christian spirituality.

 

Title Reinhold Niebuhr: A Biography
Author Fox, Richard W.
Summary Biography of a great 20th century theologian, political organizer, religious thinker, social critic, and teacher at New York's Union Theological Seminary.

 

Title Religions For Peace: A Call For Solidarity to the Religions
Author Arinze, Francis Cardinal
Summary Author addresses the issue of the need to foster understanding and respect among followers of different religious beliefs.

 

Title Return With Honor
Author O'Grady, Scott. With Jeff Coplon
Summary True life story about how O'Grady, after being shot down over Bosnia, survived for 6 days and nights and was saved, in part, by his strong faith in God.

 

Title Rites of Spring
Author Greeley, Andrew
Summary A story of man's infinite capacity for both pure goodness and darkest evil. A "Blackie Ryan" mystery.

 

Title Rituals & Icebreakers: Practical Tools for Forming Community
Author Chesto, Kathleen
Summary A book of activities for symbols, rituals, and icebreakers as a practical resource for small-group programs aimed at building community.

 

Title Sabbatical Journey: the Diary of His Final Year
Author Nouwen, Henri J.M.
Summary This personal journal, written during the last year of Henri's life, is his last word to all of us. It's theme: friendship and prayer.

 

Title Sadhana: A Way to God: Christian Exercises in Eastern Form
Author de Mello, Anthony
Summary Spiritual Exercises

 

Title Saint Francis of Assisi
Author Chesterton, G.K.
Summary Published shortly after Chesterton's conversion, this book captures St. Francis in all his eccentricities and contradictions and reveals the essence of his grounding in the Church.

 

Title Saint Therese of Lisieux And the "Little Way" of Love
Author Baudouin-Croix, Marie trans.by Sr. Keefe
Summary  

 

Title Saint Therese of Lisieux: The Story of a Soul
Author Beevers, John (Trans. by)
Summary The autobiography of the "Little Flower", this has become the great spiritual bestseller of our time. In it, she points out "the sure way of salvation to others" (Pius XI)

 

Title Saint Thomas Aquinas: "The Dumb Ox"
Author Chesterton, G.K.
Summary Recognized as one of the finest introductions to St. Thomas Acquinas and his works.

 

Title Saints For Every Occasion: 101 of Heaven's Most Powerful ..
Author Craughwell, Thomas J.
Summary Book presents saints from different times and places who have lived heroically in difficult times and circumstances. Reader can look up the saint by looking up the purpose.

 

Title Saints For Kids, Volume 5
Author
Summary Each of these 4 minute video stories highlights how a particular saint followed Jesus. Features Saints Mary , Paul, Rita, and Mark.  Video.

 

Title Saints For Young Readers for Every Day, Vol 1, Jan-June
Author Wallace, Susan Helen (Rev. and Edit. by)
Summary The life of a different saint for each day of the year from January to June. Short vignettes geared toward the young adult.

 

Title Saints For Young Readers for Every Day, Vol. 2, Jul- Dec.
Author Wallace, Susan H., Revised and Ed. by
Summary The life of a different saint for each day of the year from July to Dec. Short vignettes geared toward the young adult.

 

Title Seeds of Doubt, A Father Dowling Mystery
Author McInerny, Ralph
Summary The 16th mystery to feature Father Dowling.

 

Title Serendipity Bible: 10th Anniversary Edition
Author International Bible Society
Summary This Bible, especially for small group study, features accurate, understandable text, study questions, and course plans for 10 different kinds of groups. 

 

Title Seven Stories of Christmas Love
Author Buscaglia, Leo. Ilus. by Tom Newsom
Summary Dr. Buscaglia shares 7 holiday episodes from his life.

 

Title Sex, Lies & ...The Truth
Author Focus on the Family Films
Summary Video which features stars from TV's "Growing Pains", along with professional athletes and celebrities. They say the real winners in life practice self-control.  Video.

 

Title Sharing and Giving
Author Michel, David and Deborah
Summary Three animated stories about sharing, which are special episodes for Christian families. For ages 2-6  Video

 

Title Simple Abundance: A Daybook of Comfort and Joy
Author Ban Breathnach, Sarah
Summary Contains 366 essays, one for every day of the year, written for women to show how your daily life cand be an expression of your authentic self.

 

Title Simple Blessings For Sacred Moments
Author Anders, Isabel (comp.)
Summary  

 

Title Sing-A-Long Prayers With Li'l Angelina
Author
Summary Eleven sing-a-long prayers for morning, bedtime, mealtime, forgiveness and thankfulness. Introduces prayer to young children ages 2 to 6 years old.  Video.

 

Title Sins of the Spirit, Blessings of the Flesh
Author Fox, Matthew
Summary Creation spirituality is offered as the "medicine" for our society's deep spiritual "wounds". Fox fuses spitit and flesh- underdeveloped in Western thought.

 

Title Sister Wendy's Book of Meditations
Author Beckett, Wendy
Summary Sister Wendy explores the different sacred messages to be found in art, through a short reflection on each painting.

 

Title Sister Wendy's Nativity
Author Beckett, Sister Wendy
Summary A selection of over 40 paintings from manuscripts held by the Vatican and Italian State Libraries, illustrate stories about Christ's birth and life.

 

Title Six Hours One Friday: Anchoring to the Cross
Author Lucado, Max
Summary Emphasizes three solid anchor points that we can all cling to for purpose, forgiveness and deliverance.

 

Title Small Miracles for Women: Extraordinary Coincidences of ...
Author Mandelbaum, Yetta and Judith Leventhal
Summary Collection of true experiences, each featuring a special woman and the miracles that have blessed her.

 

Title Something More: Excavating Your Authentic Self
Author Breathnach, Sarah Ban
Summary A continuation of the journey to authenticity that the author began with, Simple Abundance.

 

Title St. Catherine Laboure of the Miraculous Medal
Author Dirvin, Joseph I.
Summary Story of the saint through whom we received the Miraculous Medal.

 

Title St. Francis of Assisi
Author Bishop, Morris
Summary Recounts the transformation of Francesco Bernardone from self-indulgent son of a wealthy merchant to saint.

 

Title St. Therese of Lisieux, Her Last Conversations
Author Clarke, John (Trans. by)
Summary Book contains St. Therese's final interviews with her 3 sisters during the last months of her life.

 

Title Still Listening: New Horizons in Spiritual Direction
Author Vest, Norvene (Edit. by)
Summary Collection of essays to help spiritual directors in areas pf abused persons, the poor, church drop-outs, gays and lesbians, the addicted, and the dying.

 

Title Stories for the Extreme Teen's Heart
Author Gray, Alice. Compiled by
Summary Compilation of short stories for teens tant inspire one to live a Christian life.

 

Title Story of Noah, illus. by Stacy Venturi-Pickett
Author Pingry, Patricia
Summary Story of Noah and the ark for very young children

 

Title Streams in the Desert
Author Cowman, Mrs. Charles E.
Summary Thoughts, quotes, and spiritual inspiration which helped the author during her years of missionary work in Japan & China--especially when her husband was dying.

 

Title Sunday Morning
Author
Summary For children 4 to 10 years. Helps parents and teachers communicate the experience of Sunday worship,explaining with words, songs, stories and prayers. Adapted from the book. Video.

 

Title Sunrise Hill
Author Bostrom, Kathleen Long
Summary An Easter story that teaches that the "real" church is not a building but the people.

 

Title Surprised By Joy: The Shape of My Early Life
Author Lewis, C.S.
Summary Lewis tell of his spiritual journey from Christianity to atheism and back to Christianity.

 

Title Surprised By Truth
Author Madrid, Partick
Summary Eleven converts give the biblical and historical reasons for becoming Catholic.

 

Title Symbolism In Liturgical Art
Author Appleton, Leroy and Stephen Bridges
Summary Illustrates and explains the 134 symbols most commonly employed in Christian religious art and liturgical practice.

 

Title Tales of Virtue: A Book of Right and Wrong
Author Baker, Carolyn Nabors
Summary The Beginners Bible Series. Ten virtues are described and then related to a biblical character from a classic story who portrays that virtue. Ages 3-7.


Title Talking About Death Won't Kill You
Author Morris,Virginia
Summary Weaving personal stories and practical advice, scientific fact and emotional sensitivity, the author shows how every reader,at any age, can and should prepare for a good death.

 

Title Talking Peace: A Vision for the Next Generation
Author Carter, Jimmy
Summary Discusses the various factors involved in peace negotiations and conflict resolution, examining the living conditions of citizens in peacetime and wartime

 

Title Taste and See the Goodness of the Lord
Author Borchard, Therese Johnson
Summary Describes how we can experience God's goodness in the things around us.

 

Title Tea Time With God: Heartwarming Insights----------
Author Freeman Concepts, Inc., W.B.
Summary Part of the "Quiet Moments With God" series of devotionals, this book includes scriptures, poems, stories and quotes to meditate on.

 

Title Teen Catechism
Author McBride, Alfred, O. Praem
Summary Helpful in providing teens with a tool of Catholic learning as well as a guide to morality, prayer and the outline of a Catholic lifestyle.

 

Title Temptations In the Desert
Author
Summary Tape #6 of 26 in "Jesus" seriesVideo.

 

Title Teresa of Avila: The Progress of a Soul
Author Medwick, Cathleen
Summary This biography brings the robust spirituality and vibrant personality of this extraordinary woman, the recognition she deserves.

 

Title Thank You St. Jude: Womens's Devotions to the Patron.......
Author Orsi, Robert A.
Summary Book describes how the cult of St. Jude originated in 1929, traces his rise in popularity and investigates why so many Catholic women felt helpless and turned to St. Jude for help.

 

Title Thank You, God, For My Two Feet
Author Tangvald, Christine and Rondi
Summary Board Book for pre-schoolers.

 

Title Thanks For Thanksgiving
Author Markes, Julie
Summary For ages 3-7.

 

Title The Acts of the Apostles
Author
Summary Tape #26 of 26 in "Jesus" series.  Video.

 

Title The Animals' Christmas Carol
Author Ward, Helen
Summary Many different animals come to bestow their own special gifts on the newborn Christ child.

 

Title The Announcement To Mary
Author
Summary Tape #1 of 26 in "Jesus" series.  Video.

 

Title The Apostles' Creed
Author Biffi, Inos
Summary The Apostles' Creed explained line by line with illustrations.

 

Title The Applause of Heaven
Author Lucado, Max
Summary Insights into some of Christ's most provacative teachings in the New Testament. Personal examples and the author's stories from real life are given in this book.

 

Title The Art of Forgiveness, Loving kindness, and Peace
Author Kornfield, Jack
Summary The author has collected age-old teachings, modern stories, and time honored practices for bringing healing, peace and compassion into our daily lives

 

Title The Baptism of Jesus
Author
Summary Tape #5 of 26 in "Jesus" series.  Video

 

Title The Beginner's Bible: The Story of Creation
Author
Summary One of the "Beginner's Bible" series which describes God creating the earth and it's inhabitants. Songs by Kathie Lee Gifford. For ages 3-7.  Video

 

Title The Beginner's Bible: The Story of David and Goliath
Author
Summary Story of how the little shepherd boy, David, found the courage to face the warrior giant, Goliath, armed only with a slingshot and his faith in God.  Video

 

Title The Beginner's Bible: The Story of Jesus and His Miracles
Author
Summary The disciples recount to a traveler some of the miracles of Jesus and the incredible things possible by the power of faith.  Video

 

Title The Beginner's Bible: The Story of Jonah and the Whale
Author
Summary Story of Jonah and the power of God's divine love and forgiveness- even for those who disobey him.  Video

 

Title The Beginner's Bible: The Story of Joseph and His Brothers
Author .
Summary A story about Joseph, vengeance, and the power of divine forgiveness

 

Title The Beginner's Bible: The Story of Joshua and the Battle of
Author
Summary Animated story of Joshua who travels with the tribes of Israel into the Promised Land and mjst conquer the walled city of Jericho without weapons, but their faith in God.  Video


Title The Beginner's Bible: The Story of Moses
Author
Summary One of the "Beginner's Bible" series that tells the story of Moses.  Video

 

Title The Beginner's Bible: The Story of Noah's Ark
Author
Summary Animated story of Noah, his family and the animals. Video

 

Title The Beginner's Bible: The Story of the Good Samaritan
Author
Summary Story of a man who is saved by the one person he has been taught to fear - someone different who is a stranger. He ends up being someone with love for his fellow human beings.  Video

 

Title The Beginner's Bible: The Story of The Nativity
Author
Summary Animated story of the events surrounding the first Christmas. Video

Title The Beginner's Bible: The Story of The Prodigal Son
Author
Summary Animated story of a father showing forgiveness and love fowards his returned, repentant prodigal son.Video

 

Title The Beginner's Bible: The Story of Daniel and the Lion's Den
Author
Summary Animated story of Daniel, whose faith in God bestows the power to overcome awesome challenges.  Video

 

Title The Bible Almanac. Ed. by James I. Packer,-----------------
Author Bible Almanac
Summary This is a layman's guide to the people and cultures of Bible times.

 

Title The Bible: A Search For Truth
Author Time Life Video
Summary With photography and computer-animated re-enactments, the video provides evidence of the connections between the ancient world and the discoveries of ancient civilizations.  Video

 

Title The Bible: Genesis
Author Agamemnon Films
Summary Charlton Heston recounts the origins of man and the universe. Shot on location in the Holy Land.  Video

 

Title The Bible: Jesus of Nazareth
Author Agamemnon Films
Summary Charlton Heston tells of the amazing life and teachings of Jesus Christ. Filmed in the Holy Land.  Video

 

Title The Bible: Passion
Author Agamemnon Film
Summary Charlton Heston narrates the events of the Passion, Crucifixion and Resurrection of Jesus Christ. Filmed on location in the Holy Land.  Video

 

Title The Bible: The Story of Moses
Author Agamemnon Films
Summary Charlton Heston narrates the life of Moses and the story of the Exodus. Shot on location in the Holy Land. Video

 

Title The Book of Virtue: A Treasury of Great Moral Stories
Author Bennett, William (compiled)
Summary Well-known works including fables, folklore, fiction and drama by such authors as Aesop, Dickens, Tolstoy, Shakespeare, and Baldwin to teach virtues like compassion, courage, etc

 

Title The Boy Jesus In the Temple
Author
Summary Tape #4 of 26 in "Jesus" series.  Video

 

Title The Carpenter's Cloth: Christ's Journey to the Cross.......
Author Brouwer, Sigmund
Summary Story of Jesus' life with a focus on the events in the week preceding His death and resurrection. The stories are built on scripture quotes.

 

Title The Catholic Experience of Small Christian Communities
Author Lee, Bernard J.
Summary A report of a study on Small Christian Communities' function and their impact on Catholics.

 

Title The Catholic Home: Celebrations and Traditions for Holidays
Author Gould, Meredith
Summary A practical, inspiring guide to Catholic observances and celebrations for the home.

 

Title The Catholic Way: Faith For Living Today
Author Wuerl, Donald W. (Bishop)
Summary A clear guide to the faith of the Catholic Church as presented in the Catechism of the Catholic Church. For all Catholics, faithful and questioning, believers and seekers.

 

Title The Catholic Youth Bible: New American Bible
Author New American Bible
Summary Bible with many features that will appeal to young adults and those helping them in their Faith formation.

 

Title The Children's Book of Virtues
Author Bennett, William J., edited by
Summary A collection of stories and poems presented to teach virtues, including compassion, courage, honesty, friendship and faith.

 

Title The Christian Family Toolbox: 52 Benedictine Activities...
Author Robinson, David
Summary  

 

Title The Christmas Box
Author Evans, Richard Paul
Summary Originally written for his two daughters as an expression of love, the author was encouraged to publish this story about what Christmas is really about.

 

Title The Christmas Promise
Author Bartoletti, Susan
Summary Set in the Depression. A young girl and her father seem to have little, but the love and trust they share prove to be the most valuable Christmas gift of all.

 

Title The Church and the American Teenager: What Works and ..
Author Campolo, Tony
Summary Author uses the findings of sociologists to explain why teenagers the way they are and what can be done to help them become good Christians. Good for youth workers.

 

Title The Close: A Young Woman's First Year at Seminary
Author Breyer, Chloe
Summary Story of one young woman's experience at a Christian seminary. It is set in the context of the church year from Advent to Penticost and is a personal meditation

 

Title The Clowns of God
Author West, Morris
Summary Story takes place in the future with the forced abdication of the Pontiff. He challenges those in the highest positions of political and ecclesiastical power. 

 

Title The Collected Works of St. Teresa of Avila, Vol. 3
Author Kavanaugh, Kieran (Translated by)
Summary The book of her foundations, minor works.

 

Title The Colt and the King
Author McGee, Marni
Summary A donkey tells how he reluctantly played a part in Jesus' entry into Jerusalem on the first Palm Sunday.

 

Title The Complete Idiot's Guide To Understanding Catholocism
Author O'Gorman, Bob and Mary Faulkner
Summary A clear and easily read overview of the Catholic Church, it's customs and practices.

 

Title The Cosmic Dance: An Invitation to Experience Our Oneness
Author Rupp, Joyce
Summary Through prose and poetry, author makes it easy for us to experience our unity with each other and all of life

 

Title The Courage To Be Catholic: Crisis,Reform and the Future...
Author Weigel, George
Summary A leading Catholic theologian discusses the sexual abuse crisis of 2002. He lays out an agenda for genuine reform involving leading more intentionally Catholic lives.

 

Title The Crippled Lamb
Author Lucado, Max, Illus. by Liz Bonham
Summary A lamb who has always felt different and sad because of his black spots and his limp, feels his true worth when he is called upon to help keep the baby Jesus warm.

 

Title The Dark Night of the Soul
Author May, Gerald
Summary Author is a psychiatrist and spiritual counselor. He shows that the dark side is a vital ingredient for deep, authentic, healthy spirituality.

 

Title The Day The Sun Danced: The True Story of Fatima
Author  
Summary Animated, true story of Lucia, Francisco, and Jacinta whose great faith and courage brought the message of Our Lady of Fatima to all the world.  Video

 

Title The Devotional Bible
Author Lucado, Max, General Editor
Summary A comprehensive resource and help for understanding the truths of scripture with an accessible, easy-to-read translation of the Bible.

 

Title The Different Drum: Community Making and Peace
Author Peck, M. Scott
Summary Dr. Peck challenges us to make a journey in self-awareness and to achieve, through the creative experience of community, a new "connectedness" and wholeness.

 

Title The Divine Hours: Prayers for Springtime
Author Tickle, Phyllis
Summary The 3rd and final volume in a trilogy of prayer manuals is a contemporary Book of Hours (Benedictine Rule of Prayer) to guide Christians through the daily offices.

 

Title The Easter Promise
Author  
Summary Story weaves together the story of a boy's search for truth and the Easter story. A lesson about truth, appearances, and forgiveness.

 

Title The Easter Story
Author  
Summary A book with an enchantingly simple perspective and gold-tone paintings that will engage even the youngest child.

 

Title The Easter Story
Author Harker, Jillian. Adapted by
Summary  

 

Title The Easterville Miracle
Author Carlson, Melody
Summary Town folks have forgotten what Easter is all about until a boy joins forces with an old man to remind everyone of the true meaning of Easter.

 

Title The Enduring Heart: Spirituality for the Long Haul
Author Au, Wilkie
Summary Provides resources that can sustain the spiritual journey for the long haul. Will nourish baby boomers, seniors, and anyone who has known loss or spiritual deadness.

 

Title The Enigma of Anger: Essays on a Sometimes Deadly Sin
Author Keizer, Garret
Summary A book of essays considers anger in all it's baffling forms. Anger as a paradox in our struggle to remain human in the midst of an infuriating world.

 

Title  The Exodus Experiecne: Praying With the Hebrew Scriptures
Author  Fritz, Maureena
Summary A prayer and meditation guide that uses the Exodus story as an allegory of the human spiritual journey. Could be used with groups.

 

Title The Faith: A History of Christianity
Author Moynahan, Brian
Summary  

 

Title The Fall of Freddie the Leaf: A Story of Life for All Ages
Author Buscalia, Leo
Summary As Freddie experiences the changing seasons along with his companion leaves, he learns about the delicate balance between life and death.

 

Title The Feminine Face of God
Author Anderson, Sherry R. and Patricia Hopkins
Summary New insights and answers to women's spiritual dilemma.

 

Title The First Christmas
Author
Summary The traditional story of the birth of Jesus. For children. Video

 

Title The Four Agreements: A Practical Guide to Personal Freedom
Author Ruiz, Miguel
Summary Based on ancient Toltec wisdom, the Four Agreements offers a code of conduct that can transform our lives to a new experience of freedom, true happiness, and love.

 

Title The Gift of Being Yourself: The Sacred Call To Self-Discovery
Author Benner, David G.
Summary Author is a spiritual director and psychologist who illuminates the spirituality of self-discovery.

 

Title The Gift of Holy Communion: For Parents of Children ...
Author Glavich, Sister Kathleen
Summary This book enables parents to help children realize and remember the spiritual significance of this most important event.

 

Title The God Who Won't Let Go
Author Breemen, Peter Van. Transl. by
Summary Author enters the depth of forgiveness, mercy, compassion and resurrection.

 

Title The Good Man of Assisi
Author Joslin, Mary and Alison Wisenfeld
Summary Story of St. Francis

 

Title The Good Man of Assisi Copy 2
Author Joslin, Mary and Alison Wisenfeld
Summary Story of St. Francis

 

Title The Good Shepherd
Author
Summary Tape # 12 of 26 in "Jesus" series.  Video.

 

Title The Gospel for Kids
Author Slattery, Kathryn
Summary A retelling of the Gospel, emphasizing how Jesus can be your friend and savior. Ages 5 and up.

 

Title The Habit: A History of the Clothing of the Catholic Nuns
Author Kuhns, Elizabeth
Summary Presents a visual gallery of the diverse forms of religious clothing and explains the principles and traditions that inspired them.

 

Title The Hand-Carved Creche and Other Christmas Stories
Author Kilgo, James
Summary A southern storyteller offers his memories of four Christmas promises kept, including his earliest WW 11 -era recollections.

 

Title The Holy Twins: Benedict and Scholastica
Author Norris, Kathleen Illus.by Tomie de Paola
Summary The twins grew up as best friends and were separated as adults. Each entered into the religious life. Benedict developed the Rule of St. Benedict which guides monasteries today.

 

Title The Horse and His Boy
Author Lewis, C.S.
Summary The Chronicles of Narnia, bk 3

 

Title The Imitation of Christ
Author Thomas (a Kempis)
Summary Translated and with an introduction by Leo Sherley-Price, this is an unabridged version of what is often called the best known Christian book after the Bible.

 

Title The Inner Voice of Love: A Journey Through Anguish to Freedom
Author Nouwen, Henri J.M.
Summary Author writes about the most difficult time of his life and shares his secret journal to help us through the pain of broken relationships of the loss of a loved one.

 

Title The Journey to America: The Pilgrimage of Pope John Paul ..
Author FWTN International Catholic Network
Summary A video digest of Pope John Paul's 5 day visit to the U.S. from Oct. 4 to Oct. 8, 1995.  Video

 

Title The Journey To Peace
Author Bernardin, Joseph L.
Summary Reflections on faith, embracing suffering and finding new life.

 

Title The Journey: A Pilgrim in the Lands of the Spirit
Author McGrath, Alister
Summary Using examples from the lives of renowned Christians, the author shows readers how to overcome the obstacles that can block the path to God-distraction, tiredness, emptiness, etc.

 

Title The Joy in Loving. Compiled by Jaya Chaliha and E. Le Joly
Author Teresa, Mother
Summary Meditations, prayers and reflections, one for each day of the year, emphasizing the need to love unconditionally and absolutely.

 

Title The Joy of Resurrection
Author Courrege, Beverly
Summary Through photographs, poems, Scriptures and essays, from authors C.S. Lewis, Anne Morrow Lindbergh, Oswald Chambers, and others, the book testifies how deeply Christ loves us.

 

Title The King Is Born
Author
Summary Tape #2 of 26 in "Jesus" series.  Video.

 

Title The King is Born
Author
Summary Animated film about the birth of Jesus, based on the Bible.Video

 

Title The Lamb's Supper
Author Hahn, Scott
Summary Fascinating development of the relationship between the Book of Revelation and the Holy Sacrifice of the Mass.

 

Title The Last Battle
Author Lewis, C.S.
Summary The Chronicles of Narnia, bk. 7

 

Title The Last Days of Messiah: The Week That Changed the World
Author Wharton, Gary C., Ed. by
Summary A retelling of the events of Jesus' last days based entirely on the words of Scripture as found in the 4 gospels and the writings of Paul the Apostle.

 

Title The Last Priests in America: Conversations With ....
Author Unsworth, Tim
Summary Author interviews 44 priests from the famous to the ordinary parish priest to show how the priesthood has changed forever- and how it has remained the same.

 

Title The Last Supper
Author
Summary Tape #20 of 26 in "Jesus" series.  Video.

 

Title The Left Hand of God: A Biography of the Holy Spirit
Author Holl, Adolph; trans. by John Cullen
Summary The book examines the life of the Holy Spirit in the context of the history of Christianity, Judaism and Islam. It interweves scholarship with religion, myth, and culture.

 

Title The Legend of the Easter Egg
Author Walburg, Lori
Summary An adaptation of the story of same title. Children 4 and under will discover the extraordinary message of Christ's sacrifice.

 

Title The Life of St. Patrick and His Place in History
Author Bury, J.B.
Summary A very complete and accessible biography of St. Patrick. It tackles the thorniest questions that have haunted students of St. Patrick for more than 1500 years.

 

Title The Life of Thomas More
Author Ackroyd, Peter
Summary Often called the most brilliant lawyer of the English - speaking world, More was beheaded when he refused to follow Henry Vlll. Good scholarship.

 

Title The Life You Save May Be Your Own
Author Elie, Paul
Summary Four Catholic writers, Thos.Merton, Dorothy Day, Flannery O'Connor, and Walker Percy help us to make sense of our experience and the power of literature to change lives.

 

Title The Light Within: A Woman's Book of Solace
Author Woelfel, Joni
Summary Forty reflections for women experiencing hardship of any kind. A scripture passage and a prayer in each reflection.

 

Title The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe
Author Lewis, C.S.
Summary Chronicles of Narnia, bk.2

 

Title The Lion, The Witch and the Wardrobe
Author Lewis, C.S.
Summary mmy Award winning animated film adaptation of the first book in the Chronicles of Narnia series.  Video.

 

Title The Little Flowers of St. Francis
Author Brown, Raphael (Trans. by)
Summary Story of how St. Francis taught the world about the love of Christ and how it can be lived, shared, and enjoyed by everyone. Translated by R.B., Franciscan scholar.

 

Title The Lord Is My Shepherd
Author Lewis, Rob, Retold by
Summary Retelling of the 23rd Psalm for young children.

 

Title The Lord's Prayer:The Prayer That Jesus Taught....
Author Rock, Lois, Retold by
Summary Each phrase of the Lord's Prayer is analyzed with a child's frame of reference. Beautiful illustrations. Pre-school to early elementary.

 

Title The Magician's Nephew
Author Lewis, C.S.
Summary Chronicles of Narnia, bk.1

 

Title The Miracles of Jesus
Author
Summary Tape #14 of 26 in the "Jesus" series.  Video.

 

Title The Mission
Author
Summary Winner of the 1986 Cannes Film Festival Best Picture Award. Story of 2 men who try to shield a South American tribe from brutal subjugation. Rated PG. Video

 

Title The Moral Compass: Stories For a Life's Journey
Author Bennett, William J. (compiled)
Summary Sequel to The Book of Virtues. In this book, Bennett uses great works from literature and stories from history to aid in the moral education of the young.

 

Title The Mystery of Children: What Our Kids Teach Us About..
Author Mason, Mike
Summary Illuminates key spiritual truths modeled in the complex parent-child relationship.

 

Title The Mystery of Christ: the Liturgy as Spiritual Experience
Author Keating, Thomas
Summary Reflection on the experience of Christ in the liturgy. This book demonstrates the contemplative dimension of Christian worship. 

 

Title The New American Bible: St. Joseph Medium Size Ed.
Author Catholic Biblical Association of America
Summary Bible translated from the " original languages with critical use of all the ancient sources". Both the Old and New Testaments included.

 

Title The Next Place
Author Hanson, Warren
Summary A comforting book for those who have lost a loved one. A celebration of life as well as an inspirational journey.

 

Title The Nobel Peace Prize Lecture
Author Carter, Jimmy
Summary The Nobel Lecture was delivered by former U.S. president Jimmy Carter on 12/10/02 at the ceremony in Oslo, Norway where he received the Nobel Prize for Peace.

 

Title The Only Necessary Thing: Living a Prayerful Life
Author Nouwen, Henri, J.M., Edited by W. Greer
Summary  

 

Title The Passion of the Christ
Author Gibson, Mel
Summary Christ's Passion and death. Rated "R".  Video

 

Title The Patience of a Saint: How Faith Can Sustain You During..
Author Giannetti, Charlene C. & Margaret Sagare
Summary Authors draw parallels between the real-life struggles parents face today and those endured by the saints. Use of various activities: novenas, Bible reading and pilgrimages.

 

Title The Prayer of Jabez Devotional
Author Wilkinson, Bruce
Summary Thirty one days of personal mentoring and encouragement, plus suggestions for recording your spiritual journey.

 

Title The Prayer of Jabez for Little Ones
Author Wilkinson, Bruce and Melody Carlson
Summary Board book for very young children

 

Title The Prayer of Jabez: Breaking Through to the Blessed Life
Author Wilkinson, Bruce
Summary Remarkable prayer of a little-known Bible hero.

 

Title The Prodigal Son
Author
Summary Tape #11 of 26 in "Jesus" series.  Video

 

Title The Pumpkin Patch Parable
Author Higgs, Liz Curtis
Summary Tells a parable in which the farmer turns a simple pumpkin into a glorious sight to illustrate that God wants his children to be full of light.

 

Title The Rapture Trap
Author Thigpen, Paul
Summary A Catholic response to "end times" fever and an explanation of what the Church and Bible teach us on this topic.

 

Title The Red Tent
Author Diamant, Anita
Summary Told in Dinah's voice, this novel reveals the traditions and turmoil of ancient womanhood- the world of the red tent.

 

Title The Red Tent (copy # 2)
Author Diamant, Anita
Summary Told in Dinah's voice, this novel reveals the traditions and turmoil of ancient womanhood - the world of the red tent.

 

Title The Resurrection of Jesus
Author
Summary Tape #24 of 26 in "Jesus" series.  Video

 

Title The Return of the Prodigal Son: A Story of Homecoming
Author Nouwen, Henri J.M.
Summary Nouwen probes the several aspects to the gospel 
story: the son's return, the father's restoration of sonship, the elder son's vengefulness and the father's compassion.

 

Title The Road Less Traveled
Author Peck, M. Scott
Summary Dr. Peck is a practicing psychiatrist who believes there is no distinction between the process of achieving spiritual growth and achieving mental growth. 

 

Title The Road Less Traveled & Beyond: Spiritual Growth in An Age
Author Peck, M. Scott
Summary How to live rich, fulfilling lives, in a world fraught with stress and anxiety. This is a third book about Dr. Peck's philosophy of belief.

 

Title The Road To Daybreak: A Spiritual Journey
Author Nouwen, Henri J.M.
Summary Nouwen's intimate diary that records the poignant year at L'Arche that began in the summer of 1985, a precious time of inner renewal and self-discovery.

 

Title The Rules of St. Benedict, Ed. by Timothy Fry, OSB
Author Benedict, St. (480-547)
Summary St. Benedict's rules of obedience, humility, and contemplation are not only good for religious societies - they also provide a model for anyone desiring to live more simply.

 

Title The Scent of Jasmine: Reflections For Peace in Everyday Life
Author McCarthy, Patricia
Summary Author challenges us to live our Christian non-violence, daily. She gives lectures, courses, and retreats on the topic.

 

Title The Seat of the Soul
Author Zukav, Gary
Summary A re-issue of the NY Times bestseller.

 

Title The Second Session: Debates and Decrees of Vatican Council
Author Rynne, Xavier
Summary A day to day account of the proceedings of the "greatest religious event of this century".

 

Title The Sermon on the Mount
Author
Summary Tape #10 of 26 in "Jesus" series.  Video

 

Title The Shepherd
Author Girzone, Joseph
Summary The Shepherd and newly consecrated bishop, David Campbell, is inspired to reform Christianity to it's original, simple messages after encountering Joshua

 

Title The Shepherd
Author Girzone, Joseph
Summary  

 

Title The Silver Chair
Author Lewis, C.S.
Summary Book Six in the Chronicles of Narnia series.

 

Title The Small One: A Good Samaritan
Author Brown, Katherine
Summary Story reminds us that everyone in need is our neighbor and a joyful life is a life spent helping others.

 

Title The Splendor of Truth: Veritatis Splendor
Author John Paul II, Pope
Summary Encyclical letter of Pope John Paul II

 

Title The Springs of Contemplation
Author Merton, Thomas
Summary The essence of retreats held in 1967 and 1968 by Thomas Merton for a group of contemplative women in Kentucky following Vatican II

 

Title The Star In My Heart: Experiencing Sophia, Inner Wisdom
Author Rupp, Joyce
Summary Author opens the path to the inward journey and to a deep awareness of Sophia, the Spirit of Wisdom.

 

Title The Story of Baby Moses
Author Robertson, Andy. adapted by
Summary Story of Moses. Board book for ages 3-5.

 

Title The Story of Easter
Author Leininger, James R.
Summary Story begins with Jesus' triumphal entrance into Jerusalem and ends with His Resurrection.

 

Title The Story of Jesus
Author Reader's Digest
Summary An inspiring collection of stories, poems, prayers, hymns, and traditional beliefs about the life of Jesus

 

Title The Story of Jonah
Author Wickenden, Nadine, illust. by
Summary A rhyming story of Jonah for ages 2-5.

 

Title The Story of Valentine's Day
Author Bulla, Clyde
Summary Children's book for ages 7-10 years with historical facts on the origins of Valentine's Day and it's association with a priest who sacrificed his own life to marry couples.

 

Title The Story of Zacchaeus
Author
Summary Tape # 15 of 26 in the "Jesus" series.  Video

 

Title The Sunflower Parable
Author Higgs, Liz Curtis
Summary Logan discovers how much good can come from the sunflowers he lovingly tends all summer. Text interspersed with Bible verses.

 

Title The Teachings and Miracles of Jesus
Author Daughters of St. Paul
Summary Contains some of Jesus' teachings and re-tells several of Jesus' miracles. 

 

Title The Ten Commandments
Author DeMille, Cecil B.
Summary Story of the life of Moses who turned his back on a privileged life to lead his people to freedom.  Video

 

Title The Too-Busy Book: Slowing Down to Catch Up With Life
Author Anderson, Linda
Summary Collection of reflections, journaling questions, and practical decision making helps to gently lead women from frenzied to focused and busy to balanced.

 

Title The Treasure Chest Ed. by Charles L. Wallis
Author Wallis, Charles L. (compiled)
Summary Collection of inspirational writings from the world's greatest thinkers. Includes quotations, poems, and prayers divided into 40 themes for easy reference.

 

Title The Trial of Jesus
Author
Summary Tape #22 of 26 in "Jesus" series.  Video

 

Title The Vatican's Women: Female Influence at the Holy See
Author Hofmann, Paul
Summary Describes the influence of women at the Vatican, past and present.

 

Title The Very First Christmas
Author Maier, Paul L
Summary Bible story book for ages 5-10.

 

Title The Way of the Heart
Author Nouwen, Henri J.M.
Summary Nouwen interweaves the solitude, silence and prayer of the 4th and 5th century Egyptian Desert Fathers and Mothers with our contemporary search for an authentic spirituality.

 

Title The Way To Love: The Last Meditations of Anthony de Mello
Author De Mello, Anthony
Summary Collection of the last meditations written by De Mello before his death in 1987.

 

Title The Wedding at Cana
Author
Summary Tape # 8 of 26 in "Jesus" series.  Video.

 

Title The Woman at the Well
Author
Summary Tape #9 of 26 in the "Jesus" series.Video

 

Title There's No Place Like Home
Author Larmoyeux, Mary and Ethan Pope
Summary Steps to becoming a stay-at-home mom.

 

Title They Called Her The Baroness: the Life of C.de Hueck Doherty
Author Duquin, Lorene H.
Summary Born wealthy in Russia, this tells of Catherine's immigration to North America, her founding of Friendship Houses and her involvment in the civil rights movement.

 

Title This is Our Faith, A Catholic Catechism for Adults
Author Pennock, Michael Francis
Summary A readable, succint book for people who want to know more about their faith.

 

Title Through Moses To Jesus: The Way of the Paschal Mystery
Author Martini, Carlo M.
Summary A retreat of 8 meditations on the aspects of Moses' life that enable us to understand the life of Jesus and the paschal dimention of our own lives.

 

Title Through Seasons of the Heart
Author Powell, John, S.J.
Summary A book of daily readings selected from the writings and programs of the author.

 

Title Till We Have Faces: A Myth Retold
Author Lewis, C.S
Summary This is a timeless tale of two princesses-one beautiful and one unattractive-and of the struggles between sacred and profane love.

 

Title To Everything
Author Barner, Bob
Summary The words made popular from the wisdom of Ecclesiastes and popular song, remind us there is a time for everything.

 

Title Together Teamwork
Author Michel, David and Deborah
Summary Three animated stories about working together. Special episodes for Christian families. For ages 2-7.  Video.

 

Title Tomorrow's Catholic: Understanding God and Jesus in a New--
Author Morwood, Michael, M.S.C.
Summary A valuable adult faith development resource and positive presentation of a religious worldview and spirituality relevant to a new millennium.

 

Title Tongues of Angels, Tongues of Men: A Book of Sermons
Author Thornton, John F., ed. & K. Washburn
Summary A collection of nearly 90 of the world's great sermons from the Judeo-Christian tradition including preachers like Paul, Augustine, Desmund Tutu, Martin Luther King, Jr. and more.

 

Title Traveling Light: Releasing the Burdens You Were Never...
Author Lucado, Max
Summary Lucado suggests that with the twenty-third Psalm as our guide, we can release some of the burdens we need not carry such as fear, worry, and discontent.

 

Title Treasury of Virtues: Courage, Love, Honesty
Author Boudart, Jennifer and others, adapt.by
Summary Twenty familiar stories emphasizing a virtue for each story. There is a comment on the virtue and a one page explanation of what it means.

 

Title Trinity: A New Living Spirituality
Author Girzone, Joseph F.
Summary Author offers a simple, useful understanding of the concept of the Trinity and how the Father, the Son and the Holy Spirit work within individuals, guiding them.

 

Title Triumph: The Power and the Glory of the Catholic Church
Author Crocker, H. W.
Summary Contains a history of Catholicism from the last 2000 year, the glories of Catholic history, and the stories of its greatest men and women.

 

Title Triumphant Entry Into Jerusalem
Author
Summary Tape # 19 of 26 in "Jesus" series.  Video.

 

Title Truth Has No Color
Author Allen, Glen
Summary How a former civil rights activist, Glen Allen, discovered the key to racial harmony in the Catholic Church.

 

Title Tuesdays With Morrie: An Old Man, a Young Man, and Life's..
Author Albom, Mitch
Summary The true story about a man's love for his mentor that shows wisdom and compassion are one. They engage in a series of meetings every Tues. to discuss lessons in how to live.

 

Title Tying Rocks to Clouds: Meetings and Conversations With.....
Author Elliot, William
Summary Author interviews the world's foremost spiritual figures and shows us their earthly charms as well as their insights. Meet Mother Theresa, Rabbi Harold Kushner, the Dali Lama, etc

 

Title Uncommon Sense for Parents with Teenagers
Author Riera, Michael
Summary Down-to-earth, practical advice for frustrated parents and teens alike.

 

Title Under One Roof: Caring For an Aging Parent
Author McGurn, Sheelagh
Summary Understanding the issues around caring for aging parents in your own home.

 

Title Veggie Tales: An Easter Carol
Author Veggie Tales
Summary Inspired by Dickens' Christmas classic, this story explains why millions of Christians around the world celebrate Easter past, present and future.  Video.

 

Title Veggie Tales: Are You My Neighbor?
Author Veggie Tales
Summary A lesson in loving your neighbor. For pre-school to primary grades. Video

 

Title Veggie Tales: Dave and the Giant Pickle
Author Veggie Tales
Summary A lesson in self-esteem. Video

 

Title Veggie Tales: Esther, the Girl Who Became Queen.  
Author Veggie Tales
Summary A lesson that teaches children that "you never need to be afraid to do what's right".  Video

 

Title Veggie Tales: Jonah, A Veggie Tale Movie
Author Veggie Tales
Summary Full-length movie. The story of Jonah wirh the Veggie gang where everyone learns that one of the best gifts you can give - or get - is a second chance.  Video

 

Title Veggie Tales: Josh and the Big Wall
Author Veggie Tales
Summary A lesson in obedience with a Biblical perspective. Ages 3-7.  Video.

 

Title Veggie Tales: Larry Boy & the Fib From Outer Space!
Author Veggie Tales
Summary A lesson in telling the truth with a Biblical perspective.  Video.

 

Title Veggie Tales: Larry Boy and the Rumor Weed
Author Veggie Tales
Summary A lesson in how easily rumors get started. The kids learn that God doesn't want us to tell stories that can hurt. For pre-school and early elementary.  Video

 

Title Veggie Tales: Larry Boy and the Rumor Weed - Copy 2
Author Veggie Tales
Summary A lesson in how easily rumors get started. The kids learn that God doesn't want us to tell stories that can hurt. For pre-school and early elementary.  Video

 

Title Veggie Tales: Lyle the Kindly Viking
Author Veggie Tales
Summary Convinced that pillaging isn't so great, a small Viking sets out to prove that sharing gets us more of what we really want-friends.  Video

 

Title Veggie Tales: Madame Blueberry
Author Veggie Tales
Summary Madame Blueberry learns that a lot of "stuff" isn't the key to a happy heart.  Video

 

Title Veggie Tales: The Toy That Saved Christmas
Author Veggie Tales
Summary Teaches the lesson that Christmas isn't about getting - it's about giving.  Video

 

Title Veggie Tales: The Toy That Saved Christmas
Author Veggie Tales
Summary Teaches children that Christmas isn't about getting, it's about giving.  Video.

 

Title Veggie Tales: The Toy That Saved Christmas, Copy 2
Author Veggie Tales
Summary Teaches children that Christmas isn't about getting, it's about giving.  Video.

 

Title Veggie Tales: Very Silly Songs
Author Veggie Tales
Summary Video

 

Title  
Author Veggie Tales
Summary A lesson in forgiveness for pre-school and primary grades. Video

 

Title Veggie Tales: Rack, Shack & Benny
Author Veggie Tales
Summary A lesson in handling peer pressure for pre school and primary grades.  Video

 

Title Veggie Tales: Where Is God When I'm S-Scared?
Author Veggie Tales
Summary A lesson in handling fear for pre-school and primary grades. Video

 

Title Vive La Difference! Improving Your Marriage .......
Author
Summary In 4 sketches, the Johnsons show you how to improve your marriage by embracing the uniqueness of your spouse. Good for individuals or within a small study group.  In 4 sketches, the Johnsons show you how to improve your marriage by embracing the uniqueness of your spouse. Good for individuals or within a small study group.  Video

 

Title Voices of Silence: Lives of the Trappists Today
Author Bianco, Frank
Summary The contemplative life is portrayed and helps us gain an understanding of modern monasticism.

 

Title Voices of the Saints: A Year of Readings
Author Ghezzi, Bert
Summary Stories of 365 holy men and women- from the best known to the most obscure- in an collection of biographical profiles, quotations, meditations, and prayers.

 

Title Voyage of the Dawn Treader
Author Lewis, C.S.
Summary The Chronicles of Narnia, bk 5

 

Title Wages of Sin
Author Greeley, Andrew M.
Summary Author is a renowned Catholic sociologist, priest, college professor, and novelist. He has written many scholarly books and romantic novels.

 

Title Waiting For Noel: An Advent Story
Author Dixon, Ann
Summary Story helps children understand the season of Advent as a joyful time of anticipation and preparation.

 

Title Warriors of God
Author Reston, James Jr.
Summary A dual biography of the legendary Richard the Lionheart and the Sultan Saladin. Reston recreates the collision of the Christian holy wars and the Muslim juhad in the 12th century.

 

Title Wayfaring: A Gospel Journey Into Life
Author Silf, Margaret
Summary Teaches readers how to create a personal spiritual retreat through readings, prayer, and their own imaginations.

 

Title What Is Prayer?: Questions of the Soul
Author Himes, Michael
Summary Father Himes answers a number of questions about prayer.

 

Title What Is Spirituality?: Questions of the Soul
Author Himes, Michael
Summary An in-depth look at unbelief and the path to belief. Fr. Himes describes what spirituality is and how it touches every facet of daily living.

 

Title What Is Temptation, Really: A Lenten Journey
Author Himes, Michael
Summary Program 1 of 4. Fr. Himes (Boston College) draws upon scriptural readings for the first 2 weeks of Lent to discover answers from Genesis and Luke. Recommended for RCIA.

 

Title What Makes Us Catholic: Eight Gifts For Life
Author Groome, Thomas H.
Summary The distinctive qualities that Catholics share are described and probed so we can connect more deeply with our Catholic culture and spirituality.

 

Title What's Heaven?
Author Shriver, Maria
Summary After her great-grandmother's death, a young girl learns about heaven by asking her mother all kinds of questions.

 

Title When Bad Things Happen To Good People
Author Kushner, Harold S.
Summary Andrew Greeley says "this is a heart-warming book for those of us who must contend with suffering, and that, of course, is all of us".

 

Title When God Seems Far Away
Author Jacobs, Joy
Summary Through a reflective study of the Hebrew biblical names of God, author unveils His perfect response to our separateness.

 

Title When Women Were Priests
Author Torjeson, Karen Jo
Summary Author details the historical evidence that women were priests, bishops and prophets in the early Christian Church.

 

Title Where Does God Live?: Questions and Answers for Parents and
Author Gellman, Rabbi Marc and Msgr. T. Hartman
Summary A rabbi and a monsignor answer common questions about God and demonstrate that Jews and Christians, although they worship differently, are worshipping the same God.

 

Title Where Is God?
Author Kelly, Matthew
Summary A talk given by Matthew Kelly, a popular Christian youth speaker, at Georgetown. His message is one of encouragement to live the Christian life to it's fullness.

 

Title Where Two Are Gathered: Stories of 12 Small Christian Comm.
Author Bisgrove, Margaret O'Connell
Summary Stories of faith communities to help us understand why they gather, what holds them together, how they face challenges and discern their purpose; and what they offer one another.

 

Title Who Laid the Cornerstone of the World?: Great Stories...
Author Pilling, Ann, Retold by
Summary Beautifully illustrated book introduces children to Job and many other familiar characters from scripture. Encourages children to consider life's mysteries and ask deep questions.

 

Title Who Made the World?
Author Robb, Andy
Summary In simple verse for young children, this is the story of how people, animals and flowers got here.

 

Title Why Catholics Do What They Do (In Church)
Author
Summary In 4, five to seven minute segments, Candles, Water, Gestures, and Crosses are covered to help us better understand reasons for these traditions and how they help us grow in Faith.  Video.

 

Title Why Do Catholics Do That?: A Guide to the Teachings and ---
Author Johnson, Kevin Orlin
Summary A guide to the teachings and practices of the Catholic Church. Author answers the most frequently asked questions on Catholic faith, worship, culture and customs.

 

Title Why Do You Love Me?
Author Schlessinger, Dr. Laura and M. Lambert
Summary A young boy asks his mother why she loves him and learns that her love is unconditional.

 

Title Why We Go To Mass
Author Murray, J-Glenn
Summary Rev. Murray shows viewers the dynamic celebration that is our Catholic liturgy.

 

Title Winging It: Meditations of a Young Adult
Author Borchard, Therese Johnson
Summary Honest, enriching reflections for ages twenty-something.

 

Title Winning the Worry War: How to Overcome Anxiety Through.....
Author Baker, Don
Summary Written for "worriers", this book is based on the Apostle Paul's prescription in Philippians to be anxious for nothing, pray about everything and be thankful about anything.

 

Title Wisdom in the Waiting: Spring's Sacred Days
Author Tickle, Phyllis
Summary Second in a series by the author, about The Farm In Lucy.

 

Title Witness To Hope: The Biography of Pope John Paul 11
Author Weigel, George
Summary A portrait of the Pope as a man, a thinker, and a leader whose religious convictions have defined a new approach to world politics- and changed the course of history.

 

Title Womanspirit: Reclaiming the Deep Feminine in Our Human Spirit
Author Muto, Susan
Summary Faith testaments of enspirited women on the edge of a new era - in the workplace, at home, in church and in society.

 

Title Woo Hoo, Here I Am! Where Are You?
Author Gola, Mary Lou Mac Eachen
Summary Story of a daughter's love for her mother who has Alzheimer's disease and the faith that sustained them. Millie Mac Eachen lived in Haddonfield and was a member of CTK Parish.

 

Title Wounded Prophet: A Portrait of Henri J.M. Nouwen
Author Ford, Michael
Summary An account of Nouwen's life which investigates his childhood, his family, his sexuality, and his life as a priest.

 

Title You Are Mine: The Animated Story
Author Lucado, Max
Summary Based on the best-selling book, this is the sequel to "You Are Special".  Video

 

Title You Are Special
Author Lucado, Max
Summary An animated story based on the best-selling children's book by Lucado.  Video.

 

Title You Are Special
Author Michel, David and Deborah
Summary Three animated stories, with Bible references, on the theme of each person's uniqueness. For ages 2-7  Video

 

Title You Gotta Keep Dancin'
Author Hansel, Tim
Summary Hansel has lived with continual physical pain for many years as a result of a climbing mishap and says that no matter what your circumstances, you can choose to be joyful.

 

Title Your Child 6 to 12: Your Last Great Chance
Author Drescher, John
Summary A three part series which will help parents to appreciate the preciousness of the pre-teen years and help them develop a stronger understanding and relationship with their child.  Video

 

Title Your Sorrow Is My Sorrow: Hope and Strength in Times of ...
Author Rupp, Joyce. Illus. by Mary Southard
Summary Author relates the Seven Sorrows of Mary to our own suffering and opens for us a vast reservoir of courage, strength and wisdom.