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The journey into the Church cannot be traveled alone. It makes no sense--indeed, it would be a contradiction--for someone to become part of the church without the help of someone in the community. Although the entire community stands ready to welcome a new member, there is a real need for personal guides. We refer to these companions as sponsors. Companions on the Journey is an invaluable guide for all who have accepted the call to sponsorship and for every RCIA program director. 

Deluxe pamphlet

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Catholic annulment is often viewed as an obstacle to marriage or a formality of cannon law. Few people realize that annulment is more than just a process  annulment leads to healing. The authors draw upon their own experience of Catholic annulment to describe not only the procedure but also the peace it brought into their lives.

Beginning with the process of annulment, the book presents a section of frequently asked questions, such as: What is the cost? How long will it take? Then the book explains why an annulment process is necessary, and tells how to find a procurator to initiate the annulment process. After discussing the process, the book considers the healing aspects of annulment. Healing must include forgiving others and yourself for all past pain and sorrow. The last chapter of the book discusses how to deal with your children after an annulment.

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Intended to help readers understand the place of the Bible in Catholic tradition, the history of the Bible, biblical interpretation, and the use of the Bible in prayer. This handbook is invaluable for preparing Sunday Lectionary readings and includes a suggested plan for reading the Bible, a chart of New Testament parables, and much more.

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A gift edition of Mitch Finley's collection of true stories of miracles granted and prayers answered.

This book is about belief in the help of the saints. It is about recovering a wider sense of the community of faith, one that includes devotion to saints as heavenly intercessors with God.

Beginning with a brief explanation of the communion of saints, we are then introduced to St. Anthony of Padua and St. Jude and given a history of how devotion to these two saints became popular in the U.S.

St. Jude, the patron of lost causes, and St. Anthony of Padua, the finder of lost objects, are two saints who have attracted popular devotion and who have become fixtures in the pantheon of Catholic saints. This book features a selection of real-life stories garnered from people whose prayers to St. Anthony of Padua and St. Jude have been answered.

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A Spirituality for Eucharistic Ministers

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This booklet discusses the communal aspects of liturgy, the real presence of Christ in the Eucharist, the idea of Eucharist as sacrifice, and the role of the Eucharistic minister. These inspirational thoughts and reflections will be a help to Eucharistic ministers and all believers as they come to a fuller understanding that liturgy is truly the work of the people.  
	
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The Glories of Mary, widely regarded as Saint Alphonsus Liguori's finest masterpiece, has for two and a half centuries stood as one of the Catholic Church's greatest expressions of devotion to the Blessed Virgin. Written as a defense of Our Lady at a time when Jansenistic writers were ridiculing Marian devotion, this classic work combines numerous citations from the Fathers and Doctors of the Church with Saint Alphonsus' intense personal piety to produce a timeless treasury of teachings, prayers, and practices.

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This is a wonderful resource and a treasured companion for any teen going through confirmation preparation. Besides providing young people with the space for personal journaling, it also includes insightful questions, reflections, and illustrations that help teens define themselves and understand their own spirituality. My Confirmation Journal is more than a learning tool for young people, it is also a confidential personal record of their thoughts and perspectives as they develop and mature throughout life's great journey.

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This book shows us how humility brings a basic happiness that is able to cope with difficulties and sorrows. Casey translates the ancient wisdom of Saint Benedict into the modern arena of capitalistic competition. He also demonstrates how people must stop regarding others as rivals and be content with what we have because it is a waste of time to envy those who possess qualities different than our own. Humble individuals are content with both the gifts and limitations inherent in who they are.

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As a young man in Poland, Karol Wojtyla had great devotion to Our Lady of Czestechowa. As pope, his first international trip was to the shrine of Our Lady of Guadalupe in Mexico. His papal motto, toto tuus (all for you), was directed to Our Lady. During his pontificate he added a new set of mysteries to the rosary.

There can be no doubt about John Paul's devotion to the Mother of God. This deluxe pamphlet explores some of his most popular Marian devotions, giving background information and prayers for each one.

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Women's Stories of Homelessness and Survival

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This book introduces readers to twelve homeless women in a way that will change our perception of the poor on our streets. Here, we encounter them in their own voices. We discover their pain while we realize their beauty and strength. Their stories are not intended to elicit guilt or pity, but to evoke compassionate understanding and a concrete response. These stories help us to identify more closely with the homeless and forgotten people who are not far from any of us. As we fall in love with them (and one another) we realize that, above all, where there's hope, there's life. 

Goodwill alone is never quite enough. Thus in the second part of the book, the author provides us with a theological framework that will free us from our fear and prejudice and allow us to share more fully in the hope which is offered to all people.

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As we pass through the various stages of our life, change is the one constant. Our lives change, our bodies change, our situations change, and our response to these changes vary as well. Our spirituality takes on new aspects as we grow from child to teen and into adulthood, and with those changes, so too our prayer takes on new meaning, new intent, and new form. In Prayers for Later Years, William Rabior captures the concerns, themes, and tone of prayer that flow from a maturing faith born of our later years. Prayers of appreciation, prayers for healing, prayers for special people, prayers for special days -- this volume leads you through the spiritual journey of later years with compassion, understanding, and a deep sense that prayerful communication with God only improves with the passing of years. Paperback large-print

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Lent and Easter Wisdom from Pope John Paul II

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Daily Scripture and Prayers Together With John Paul II's Own Words

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Beloved Pope John Paul II was one of the most popular and inspirational religious figures of our time. In Lent and Easter Wisdom from Pope John Paul II, the late Holy Father's thought-provoking words lead readers through a journey of conversion throughout the season.Each daily reflection--from Ash Wednesday through the Second Sunday of Easter--begins with thoughts from Pope John Paul II on some appropriate theme, supported by Scripture, a prayer, and a suggested activity for spiritual growth. 

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Eucharistic Devotions With Pope John Paul II

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Those close to Pope John Paul II attest that the Holy Father was deeply devoted to the Eucharist. It was the total source of his strength, and his comfort in times of personal suffering. This collection of inspiring devotions invites readers to explore the John Paul's Eucharistic spirituality and discover the profound joy he experienced through an intimate relationship with the Lord in this sacrament.

Deluxe pamphlet

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Novena Meditations With Pope John Paul II

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Pope John Paul II was deeply devoted to the power of prayer as a means of growing closer to God. Here is a novena, nine days of personal prayer, reflecting on aspects of spirituality from the late Holy Father's life and writings. He was a great champion of youth, life, freedom, the poor, world peace, and reconcitiation among religions and peoples. Each meditation offers guided imagery for reflection on these topics, followed by Scripture quotes and prayers. All who admire John Paul will want this booklet in their collection. Its moving passages promise to elevate and inspire one toward holiness.

Deluxe pamphlet

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Reflexiones sobre la espiritualidad e identidad masculinas

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En El hombre, Antonio Ramirez nos explica como el varon puede llegar a su plena realizacion si acepta la accion de Dios en su vida. Despues de analizar el tema desde los puntos de vista de la Espiritualidad Cristiana, la Psicologia y la Sociologia, nos presenta a Cristo como modelo de hombre integrado. Continua tratando diversas problematicas del varon, como sus miedos, la ausencia del padre, el papel de la mujer en su vida, etc. Un libro que aportara sin duda iluminadoras reflexiones sobre una problematica aun poco estudiada: la identidad y espiritualidad del varon.

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In his new book, El Hombre, Dr. Antonio Ramirez reminds us that man could achieve self enlightenment if he follows in Gods footsteps. Life can get overwhelming at times. Its part of humanity. Its how we proactively deal with these situations that help us get through tough moments in life, from learning to face fears, to reeling a fathers absence. A Doctorate in Psychology and Sociology, Ramirez reminds us that we can reach Christ-like status if we see Jesus in ourselves as the role model of the integrated man. 


This enlightening book helps men to reach fulfillment and accomplishment in the simplest of things, through social activism and paying mitzvahs forward.

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Reflexiones diarias para adviento y navidad

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El Adviento es el tiempo en que esperamos con gran atencion el profundo gozo que nace de ver las promesas de nuestra fe hechas realidad, el Adviento es el tiempo de la feliz espera. Pero, que es exactamente lo que esperamos ver? lo que esperamos vivir?

Todos nosotros hemos experimentado el gozo de esa manana despues de Navidad, el momento en que todo es felicidad y en que abundan los regalos. El motivo de nuestra celebracion es, por supuesto, el recuerdo del nacimiento de Jesus, nuestro Salvador evento que sucedio hace ya muchos anos en el portal. Sin embargo, de que manera se relaciona ese evento con nuestras vidas? Y, mas aun sera que un evento pasado tiene el poder de transformar nuestro presente y colmar nuestros suenos, nuestros deseos... nuestros mas profundos anhelos para el futuro?

Nuestra fe nos dice Si, el Reino de Dios puede llegar a ser una realidad. Pero como? Dianne Bergant autora y profesora distinguida en estudios sobre el Antiguo Testamento en la Catholic Theological Union de Chicago responde El Reino de Dios solo se hara realidad cuando Dios actue a traves de ti y de mi. Cuando en nuestra vida cotidiana tratamos a los demas con ternura, hacemos avanzar al Reino de Dios. Cuando abrimos nuestros corazones a los demas para que ahi puedan sentirse seguros, hacemos que vivir en armonia sea posible. Cuando compartimos la vida misma, hacemos de la paz una realidad. Este Adviento y esta Navidad reflexiona y medita en como puedes hacer el Reino de Dios mas cercano  a todos aquellos que comparten tu vida.

Dianne Bergant, CSA es profesora reconocida en estudios sobre el Antiguo Testamento en la Catholic Theological Union de Chicago. Fue presidenta de la Sociedad Catolica Biblica de Estados Unidos del 2000 al 2001 y ha sido miembro del Dialogo de estudiosos catolico-judios por mas de 25 anos. Actualmente se desempena desarrollando proyectos de interpretacion biblica y de teologia biblica, particularmente en temas relacionados con la paz, la ecologia y el feminismo. 

In the Nuevo Comienzo series, Dianne Bergant focuses on scripture selections, reflection, prayers, and action for the Advent and Christmas season. The reflections will be based on the lectionary, Year A.

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Sports-related litigation continues to escalate in America year after year, due at least in part to increased pressure in the multibillion dollar sport industry for all who are involved in the operation of sport.
The third edition of Risk Management in Sport, like the first two editions, calls on the experience of a Whos Who of Risk Management experts. Eleven new chapters add to the updated chapters to keep risk management strategies in tune with the times.
The book is a leading resource for anyone responsible for administration in a sport program, from Little League to professional sports. This unique text covers a multitude of risk management issues and the strategies to deal with them. This is an essential book for sport management classes and an invaluable resource for sports administrators and anyone associated with sport.

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Style: The Basics of Clarity and Grace reflectsthe wisdom and clear authorial voice of Williams best-selling book, Style: Lessons in Clarity and Grace, while streamlining every chapter to create a very brief, yet powerfully direct guide to writing with style.

The concise clarity of this book makes it a handy reference for anyone interested in good writing--as well as a quick and ideal guide for freshman composition courses, writing courses across the disciplines, and as a supporting text in courses that require clear and direct writing. Style: The Basics covers the elemental principles of writing that will help students diagnose the strengths and weaknesses of their prose quickly and revise effectively. The text features principles of effective prose written in Williams hallmark conversational style, offering reason-based principles, rather than hard and fast rules, for successful, effective writing.

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Bridge from everyday writing to writing in any situation.

College students write regularly in personal and social settings, but they often find it challenging to transition successfully to academic contexts. By building from their everyday writing experience, Writing Situations with MyWritingLab prepares students to analyze, navigate, and write effectively in any situation. Author Sid Dobrin presents a rhetorical situation both nuanced and practical, grounded not only in audience, purpose, and context but also impacted by medium, methodology, and relationships among stakeholders. Writing Situations provides a framework and a process for students to apply to any writing project and any situation.

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Introduction to Programming with Greenfoot

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Object-Oriented Programming in Java with Games and Simulations

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This is the eBook of the printed book and may not include any media, website access codes, or print supplements that may come packaged with the bound book.
For courses in programming and computer science.

Hands-on Programming with Greenfoot
Introduction to Programming with Greenfoot: Object-Oriented Programming in Java with Games and Simulations teaches the basics of Java computer programming languages in the context of Greenfoot. Readers are able to learn the general fundamentals and principles of programming by creating their very own fun and interesting games and simulations. Major concepts are conveyed in modern, object-oriented programming language through hands-on, practical activity that allows readers to create, observe, and play.

The Second Edition employs a unique approach that teaches by doing--concepts are often explained after readers have had a chance to engage in interactive examples. Because of its uniquely hands-on approach in the context of the Greenfoot environment, Introduction to Programming with Greenfoot makes programming a fun, interactive subject for readers to enjoy.