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"Keeler deserves not only a Pulitzer, but the gratitude of all people interested in better coverage of religion by the media. His Pulitzer may be a sign that the powers-that-be in journalism are waking up to the fact that religion is important in people's lives. The way Keeler researched and wrote his series is an example of journalism at its best." --America magazine."Bob Keeler has created a masterful portrait, capturing the personality of a remarkable parish. [Such communities] all belong to the same ... more information

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History of the local parish, within the Western Catholic tradition, with a special emphasis on Canon Law. ... more information

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Autographed by Father Senior himself. Volume II in the Passion Series. Nameplate on inside front cover; label on first page. Minor stains on outside page edges.... more information

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Autographed by Father Don Senior himself. Volume III in the Passion Series.... more information

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Autographed by Father Don Senior himself... more information

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A sea change in what it means to be the Church is sweeping the Mexican state of Chiapas. Impoverished people are being empowered to take up their mats and walk.The wind behind this movement is Bishop Samuel Ruiz. He has enraged cattle barons and land owners who resent his role in ending the exploitation of native peoples. He has angered Vatican officials wo feel threatened by a model of Church that they do not control.But the Church is alive in Chiapas--and Gary MacEoin reveals the powerful lessons it ho... more information

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This was the hymnal that sold hundreds of thousands of copies back in the 1960s, the hymnal that really put Omer Westendorf's company, World Library, on the map. ... more information

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Prayers for use at home: almost 40 ready-to-use rituals, covering a variety of life events, from birth to marriage to funerals.... more information

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From a positive new perspective, Father Willard F. Jabusch here considers the person of the preacher--that bold individual who dares to speak from the Christian pulpit.The author analyzes the characteristics of the good preacher. Father Jabusch bases his study on qualifications given in the Bible and in the writings of the Fathers and later authors.Himself a preacher, Father Jabusch deals directly with the preacher's need for a deep Christian commitment and a sincere dedication to his vocation.The author c... more information

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The symposium presented here was organized by the Pontifical Council for Promoting Christian Unity. The studies provided consider the role of the Bishop of Rome, in the search for Christian unity.Based on the encyclical Ut Unum Sint and convened at the request of Pope John Paul II, this was a closed-door symposium of Catholic and Orthodox scholars. Eight authors presented papers dealing with the question of the Petrine ministry.... more information

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This a collector's book, of the highest quality. It's an anthology of short stories and essays, all entertaining, gathered by Miles Kington, from the pages of Punch magazine. These are the selections that the editor found to be funny, indeed, those that make him break out laughing. Cartoons abound in this book, even on the cover. This is a delightful volume, from beginning to end.The book is beautifully printed and bound in gold and provided with a gold, rigid sleeve. Set in Garamond at The Folio Society... more information

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A guidebook for adolescents, as they enter adulthood. Well illustrated with photographs of teenagers. ... more information

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The late Balthasar Fischer said that this classic work "represents a milestone in twentieth century liturgical studies." In this book, Jungmann showed clearly for the first time that per Christum was a precious legacy from early times. Every liturgical act takes account of Jesus Christ as mediator, as intercessor.Fischer says that this was a very influential insight. First of all, this concept helped give a firm foundation to liturgical piety. Second, this concept clarified the nature of presidential pr... more information

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This book was finished just after Wojtyla was made a bishop. The last chapter concludes with the death of Pope John Paul I. However, the detailed narratives and personal stories make this book valuable. ... more information

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Readable and clear history of the Protestant Reformation, especially in England. ... more information

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Sponsored by the American Medical Association, this book provides a family guide to good health. Amply illustrated with color images, the book is clear and readable. Smyth-sewn binding, for durability. White cover, with a color image inlay of a family, walking through the woods.... more information

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A collection of original hymns (texts) by Father Quinn. A good set of indexes concludes the book: topical, metrical, etc. He is a priest in Edingburgh, Scotland.... more information

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An interparochial work of several parishes in the State of New South Wales, organized by a Dominican priest, Father Nicolas Falzun, O.P. This hymnal includes "Canticle of the Gift" at number 346. Green cover with gold design on the front.... more information

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Plastic spiral binding, in red matching the front and back cover; acetate sheet on front and back, bound in. The entire collection is made up of 507 hymns and other songs, typeset in words only. "Canticle of the Gift" is at number 232.This hymnal is a co-operative venture on the part of nine local churches. Praises for the King is intended to be a supplement to the hymnals already in use in these parishes. The songs provided are arranged by subject rather than alphabetically. This is, says the editor, And... more information

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There are various leather bindings for the copies we have of the Prayer Book: blue, red, and white. Smyth-sewn binding, tight. Gilded page edges, with gilt stamping on cover and spine. Many full color photos inside. Titles ("Morning Prayers") are in red ink. Red silk bookmark ribbon. Call us at (708) 331-5485 for descriptions of each copy. For futher information about Father O'Connell, the editor, and the Catholic Press, please visit the Bibles section of our ACP Family Bookstore.This prayer book is a co... more information

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