Spirituality

In Jesus' Twin, a scholar shares his personal reflections into the Gospel of Thomas offering a learned, accessible introduction as well as inspiring insights into these ancient texts that have long stirred curiosity and inquiry.

Drawing from the best and most poetic of Richard Rohr's essays from nearly a quarter of a century, each chapter in this new collection examines one of the seven core mystical truths.

This study points to the dangerous tendency among humanist critics of Christianity to dismiss of "debunk" the religious claims of historic Judaism—reinventing, according to von Balthasar, the historical heresy of Marcionism. Interreligious dialogue requires more respect for Jewish origins.

Dear Reader,

Benjamin Franklin once wrote:Those have a short lent, who owe money to be paid at Easter.

What was true of the borrower at the time of Poor Richard’s Almanack is true for all of us today.

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Father Robert Cormier presents the true stories of believers who dared to ask tough questions of God at moments of crisis, and who in turn received real, eye-opening, and ultimately good news about the resilience of their faith.

His Holiness the Dalai Lama shares the core precepts of Buddhism, elaborating on the Four Noble Truths. A compelling elucidation of the principles and practice of Tibetan Buddhism as well as a personal invitation to draw the teachings into our everyday life.

Rebuffed by a girlfriend and bored by the monotony of an unfulfilling job, Jason Chapman takes to the solace of the mountains. A modern day initiation, his quest for meaning leads him to the brink of death and to a new perspective on life.

Thirty beloved, American Catholic writers reflect on how they recognize, nourish, and sustain sources of hope in their own lives.

Poetic and powerful meditations on the Stations of the Cross. Each section contains a deeply-felt passage and a tender prayer, enlivening our connection with Christ and inspiring us to bring his teachings and the truth of his journey into our lives.

Exploring the world of special dreams—clear, unforgettably vivid encounters with loved ones who have died—this unique collection shares the personal stories of those who have experienced them, including the author herself, and reveals the distinct qualities surrounding this phenomenon.