Way of Perfection for the Laity

Way of Perfection for the Laity
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Publisher : Createspace Independent Pub
Total Pages : 334
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ISBN-10 : 1483933059
ISBN-13 : 9781483933054
Rating : 4/5 (59 Downloads)

Synopsis Way of Perfection for the Laity by : Father Kevin

All who wear the Brown Scapular of Our Lady of Mount Carmel are called to be Carmelites, at least of the Third Order. The author explains: “Those who are not specially interested in our Carmelite Tertiaryship, but desire to obtain a knowledge of Carmelite spirituality, are advised to read from chapter xi to chapter xv of this book. By Carmelite spirituality we mean the methods and principles of prayer and the interior life which inspire the lives and counsels of the three great saints, Teresa of Jesus, John of the Cross and Teresa of the Child Jesus. We trust readers will find in those pages in simple language all that is necessary to give them such an appreciation of the spirit of those saints as will make them resolve to take the means to acquire it. This book is devoted to the explanation of those means.” Thus this book is dedicated to all of us who should have a Carmelite spirituality, following the great masters, Teresa of Avila, John of the Cross and Teresa of Lisieux.Chapter 11 begins with this from the Third Order Rule, which applies al all sincere Christians: “Tertiaries, following the advice of St. Paul, should be sober and earnest in the practice of piety, and avail themselves of all means calculated to foster it in their souls.” The author explains: “In the language of the Apostles the word 'sober' has not the restricted meaning it bears in the English language. It rather means a calm." The Apostle then exhorts us to be temperate, deliberate, prudent, gentle and calm in all our actions. Tertiaries can best follow the advice of St. Paul and of their Rule in being sober and earnest in the practice of piety by striving after that active purgation or purification of which we have written in dealing with mental prayer.They will "avail themselves of all means calculated to foster it in their souls" by the greatest fidelity to the various points of their holy Rule, to their vows, vocal and mental prayer, spiritual reading, examination of conscience, hearing of Holy Mass and the frequentation of the Sacraments.”We pray this book will help all to acquire the true spirit of Our Lady of Mount Carmel and her humble devotees.

St. Teresa of Avila The Way of Perfection: Study Edition

St. Teresa of Avila The Way of Perfection: Study Edition
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Publisher : ICS Publications
Total Pages : 343
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ISBN-10 : 9780960087617
ISBN-13 : 0960087613
Rating : 4/5 (17 Downloads)

Synopsis St. Teresa of Avila The Way of Perfection: Study Edition by : St. Teresa of Avila

A Study Edition, with Introduction, Commentary, Discussion Questions, Glossary, and a fully linked Index. St. Teresa of Avila is an unsurpassed teacher of Christian prayer and spirituality, and in The Way of Perfection she is at her best. Now, with the help of this study edition, everyone can enjoy the benefits of her wisdom. In The Way of Perfection, St. Teresa gives practical counsels and advice on prayer, destined originally for the few nuns who embraced the reformed Carmelite life she established. As a handbook for spiritual formation, it presented them with the basic Christian spirituality undergirding their Constitutions and Rule. Over the centuries, the book's appeal has reached far beyond the walls of Carmelite monasteries, and The Way of Perfection has become a spiritual classic. More and more today, Teresa's instructions speak to all those interested in prayer, providing them with basic guidelines for praying and showing how to avoid potential pitfalls. But as the readership and interest grow, so does the need for some help in working with this sixteenth-century text. The principles and teachings in Teresa's book, first presented within the limited horizons of her own situation, clearly lend themselves to broader applications, and can work well in all walks of life. This study edition-with its introduction, commentary, notes, discussion questions, glossary, and a fully linked Index-provides what is needed to assist contemporary readers in making these applications and delving more deeply into the text's spiritual riches.

Conversation with Christ

Conversation with Christ
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Publisher : TAN Books
Total Pages : 150
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ISBN-10 : 9781618901552
ISBN-13 : 1618901559
Rating : 4/5 (52 Downloads)

Synopsis Conversation with Christ by : Rev. Fr. Peter T. Rohrbach

The teachings of St Teresa of Avila about personal prayer. The practicality of St. Teresa's teaching about mental prayer shines through in this wonderful synopsis of her writings about it--something she said "the whole world could not purchase." Learn how we should pray, in order to grow in the spiritual life. Imprimatur.

I Want to See God ; I Am a Daughter of the Church

I Want to See God ; I Am a Daughter of the Church
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Publisher : Christian Classic
Total Pages : 676
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ISBN-10 : 0870611348
ISBN-13 : 9780870611346
Rating : 4/5 (48 Downloads)

Synopsis I Want to See God ; I Am a Daughter of the Church by : Marie P. Eugene

I Want to See God and its companion I am a Daughter of the Church are written works of Father Marie-Eugene of the Child Jesus, O.C.D. A synthesis of rich doctrinal teachings with the sureness born of a deep contemplative experience, thus offering a vital doctrine to men and women. Bringing to light the dynamics of baptismal grace, Father Marie-Eugene opens up the paths of contemplation and holiness to all, in the midst of ordinary life. Both books illustrate the untiring search for God through time and the need for reliable spiritual Masters.

The Way, Furrow, and The Forge

The Way, Furrow, and The Forge
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Publisher : Scepter Publishers
Total Pages : 1024
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ISBN-10 : 1889334723
ISBN-13 : 9781889334721
Rating : 4/5 (23 Downloads)

Synopsis The Way, Furrow, and The Forge by : Josemaría Escrivá

This keepsake book combines St. Josemaría's three beloved collections of spiritual guidance -- The Way, Furrow, and The Forge -- into one, with an expanded and combined index. This three-in-one edition offers you a starting-point for prayer and for finding Christ in all your life's experiences. It introduces you to St. Josemaría's guiding vision of holiness in everyday life.

The Interior Liturgy of the Our Father

The Interior Liturgy of the Our Father
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Total Pages : 228
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ISBN-10 : 0975946609
ISBN-13 : 9780975946602
Rating : 4/5 (09 Downloads)

Synopsis The Interior Liturgy of the Our Father by : R. Thomas Richard

This is a book within traditional Catholic spirituality, yet develops a new perspective on the Lord's Prayer, the Our Father. In that prayer is seen a liturgy, a work of Christ, and the entire Christian journey to Him.

Lectio Divina and the Practice of Teresian Prayer

Lectio Divina and the Practice of Teresian Prayer
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Publisher : ICS Publications
Total Pages : 34
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ISBN-10 : 9781939272096
ISBN-13 : 1939272092
Rating : 4/5 (96 Downloads)

Synopsis Lectio Divina and the Practice of Teresian Prayer by : Sam Anthony Morello, OCD

This book compares Teresa's approach to prayer with the ancient tradition of Lectio Divina. St. Teresa of Jesus is the Church's great teacher of prayer, and lectio divina, the ancient Christian approach to praying over the Scriptures, is among the Church's most venerable prayer methods. In this booklet, noted Carmelite retreat director Sam Anthony Morello shows how the tradition of lectio can assist us in following the Teresian way of prayer, and how in turn Teresa's insights and attitudes can enrich our contemporary practice of lectio. In clear and practical language, the author explains the fundamental ingredients of Teresian prayer, and relates them to lectio (reading), meditatio (meditation), oratio (prayer), and contemplatio (contemplation), the four traditional elements of lectio divina. A closing series of reflection questions make this an ideal introduction to Teresian prayer for both group discussion and individual study.

The Book of Her Life

The Book of Her Life
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Publisher : Hackett Publishing
Total Pages : 394
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ISBN-10 : 9780872209077
ISBN-13 : 0872209075
Rating : 4/5 (77 Downloads)

Synopsis The Book of Her Life by : Teresa of Avila

"The Book of Her Life" is the spiritual autobiography of a Counter Reformation mystic and monastic reformer of sixteenth century Spain. Introduction by Jodi Bilinkoff.

The Ordinary Path to Holiness

The Ordinary Path to Holiness
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Publisher : St Pauls Publishing
Total Pages : 0
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ISBN-10 : 0818909137
ISBN-13 : 9780818909139
Rating : 4/5 (37 Downloads)

Synopsis The Ordinary Path to Holiness by : R. Thomas Richard

Understanding this traditional Catholic spirituality will give the reader powerful insights into his or her personal pilgrimage. It needs to be rediscovered, respected and put into practice by members of the Church today."--BOOK JACKET.

Fire Within

Fire Within
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Publisher : Ignatius Press
Total Pages : 378
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ISBN-10 : 9780898702637
ISBN-13 : 0898702631
Rating : 4/5 (37 Downloads)

Synopsis Fire Within by : Thomas Dubay

An outstanding book on prayer and the spiritual life written by one of the best spiritual directors of our time. Dubay synthesizes the teachings on prayer of the two great Doctors of the Church--St. John of the Cross and St. Teresa of Avila--and the teaching of Sacred Scripture.