Paulistpress™: 12 books

Presents the life of Edith Stein while going behind the well known labels—Jewess, philosopher, Carmelite nun, martyr of Auschwitz—to reveal the inner struggles of a truly inspirational person. Draws on her writings on prayer, some of which are not yet available in English.

A fictionalized young adult biography of Elizabeth Ann Seton (1774-1821), New York socialite, wife, mother, convert and foundress of the American Sisters of Charity and the first U.S.-born saint.

One of the great spiritual writers of our time explores how we can move out of the darkness of depression into the light.

Walking with Gerard Manley Hopkins explores the life and poetry of one of the worlds greatest poets, a man whose verse praises the grandeur of God found not only in people but also in the beauty of nature.

Offers a theological-ethical framework for reflecting on the moral responsibilities of the pastoral minister as a professional person.

A well-known spiritual mentor shares some practical and theological insights for the deepening spiritual journey.

A careful collection, summary. and commentary of the churchs official teaching on the Eucharist and ordained priesthood from Trent through Pope Benedict XVI, with avenues for theological exploration based on it.

Integrating the wisdom of Christian tradition and recent psychological findings on effective decision-making, this volume presents a view of Christian discernment that honors the body-spirit unity of the person and the broad and mysterious ways we can be led by the Spirit of God in our life-choices.

Presents the teaching of Vatican II as well as a few post-conciliar documents regarding the laity in a simple way so that lay men and women might understand who they are in the church and what God has called them to do.

Although Christians minister in various ways, the authors of Unity in Mission contend that Christians may be-come more unified as they focus together on the mission of the church because their ministries provide rewarding opportunities to cooperate with one another for the sake of God and the gospel.

Examines the Italian Dominican laywomen's ways of life through religious rules, hagiographical texts, and women's own writings spanning the thirteenth to sixteenth centuries.

Drawing on his years of experience of Christian community life with and for people with disabilities, the author explores the implications of the relationship of man and woman from a Christian and community standpoint.