Category: Reviews
Breaking the Silence by Julie A. Ferraro
A new collection of homilies written by women touches the heart and fires the soul.
Mother of Sorrows by Chris Byrd
The important and timely film "Till" recounts a mother’s pursuit of justice for her son.
For the Lives of the World by Frank Freeman
Simon Van Booy's latest novel moves into metaphysical territory.
Education of a Speaker by Chris Byrd
A new documentary about former Speaker of the House Nancy Pelosi looks at the influence of her Catholic faith.
Truth and Reconciliation: On the Work of David Kertzer by Tom Bishop
The Pulitzer Prize-winning author's latest book presents an important perspective on a deeply disturbing aspect of the history of the church.
Lessons from the Abbess by Julie A. Ferraro
The message contained in this slender volume needs to be shared with everyone who holds their faith dearly.
Sharing the Season by Amy Nicholson
A new anthology of Christmas stories is perfect for reading aloud with family and friends.
Creation Spirituality by Julie A. Ferraro
A new book of illustrated meditations for those seeking to deepen their understanding of Saint Francis and the ongoing need to work for climate justice.
The Other Side of the Wardrobe by Kathryn Sadakierski
A new book of essays helps readers recover the spiritual import of C. S. Lewis's beloved fiction series.
The Practice of Presence by Julie A. Ferraro
Joan Chittister's "The Monastic Heart" prompts readers to take a hard look at what gets their attention, in order to reorient their souls to what matters most.
The Lyric Forest by Frank Freeman
Herman Hesse invested the forms of trees with an almost religious presence, evident in this new book of paintings and writings.
Museum Hours by Kathryn Sadakierski
A new book invites the reader to contemplate the imaginative and spiritual qualities of art throughout the ages.
From Seed-Time to Maturity by Michael Centore
Melody S. Gee's poetry of conversion.
Energy, Joy, and Solidarity: Carolyn Whitney-Brown on Henri Nouwen’s Experience of the Trapeze
An excerpt from a new book on a lesser-known period of Henri Nouwen's life, along with video interview with the author.