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A Biblical Walk Through the Mass
by Edward Sri • 2006
The biblical meaning beneath every prayer and gesture of the Mass, line by line.
4.49
2k+
A Biblical Walk Through the Mass Summary
A Biblical Walk Through the Mass 97%
The biblical meaning beneath every prayer and gesture of the Mass, line by line.
by Edward Sri 2006
4.49
2k+ ratings
Jesus and the Last Supper
by Brant Pitre • 2015
The Last Supper was not a pagan mystery cult. It was a Jewish prophet's new Passover.
4.72
110
Jesus and the Last Supper Summary
Jesus and the Last Supper 96%
The Last Supper was not a pagan mystery cult. It was a Jewish prophet's new Passover.
by Brant Pitre 2015
4.72
110 ratings
Jesus and the Jewish Roots of Mary
by Brant Pitre • 2018
Every Catholic teaching on Mary that seems unbiblical is Jewish and hidden in the Old Testament.
4.55
3k+
Jesus and the Jewish Roots of Mary Summary
Jesus and the Jewish Roots of Mary 96%
Every Catholic teaching on Mary that seems unbiblical is Jewish and hidden in the Old Testament.
by Brant Pitre 2018
4.55
3k+ ratings
Vibrant Paradoxes
by Robert Barron • 2016
Catholicism is a religion of sharp edges, not rounded corners. The friction is the point.
4.49
365
Vibrant Paradoxes Summary
Vibrant Paradoxes 94%
Catholicism is a religion of sharp edges, not rounded corners. The friction is the point.
by Robert Barron 2016
4.49
365 ratings
Thomas Aquinas
by Robert Barron • 1996
Aquinas the rationalist is a mirage. His entire theology is a path to ecstatic union with God.
4.48
276
Thomas Aquinas Summary
Thomas Aquinas 94%
Aquinas the rationalist is a mirage. His entire theology is a path to ecstatic union with God.
by Robert Barron 1996
4.48
276 ratings
Practical Theology
by Peter Kreeft • 2014
The most abstract theologian in history left us the most practical guide to joy.
4.52
210
Practical Theology Summary
Practical Theology 94%
The most abstract theologian in history left us the most practical guide to joy.
by Peter Kreeft 2014
4.52
210 ratings
Walking With God
by Tim Gray • 2010
How twelve narrative periods unlock the Bible's single, unified plot from Genesis to the Church.
4.66
956
Walking With God Summary
Walking With God 94%
How twelve narrative periods unlock the Bible's single, unified plot from Genesis to the Church.
by Tim Gray 2010
4.66
956 ratings
Letters to a Young Catholic
by George Weigel • 2004
A tour through Catholic sacred sites: the faith is made of stone, silence, incense, and argument.
4.23
1k+
Letters to a Young Catholic Summary
Letters to a Young Catholic 94%
A tour through Catholic sacred sites: the faith is made of stone, silence, incense, and argument.
by George Weigel 2004
4.23
1k+ ratings
Saints Who Battled Satan
by Paul Thigpen • 2015
Seventeen saints who treated the devil as real, and the spiritual weapons that still work.
4.33
339
Saints Who Battled Satan Summary
Saints Who Battled Satan 94%
Seventeen saints who treated the devil as real, and the spiritual weapons that still work.
by Paul Thigpen 2015
4.33
339 ratings
The Incomparable Christ
by John R.W. Stott • 2001
The church painted Jesus as monk or liberator, but the original witness outshines them all.
4.22
279
The Incomparable Christ Summary
The Incomparable Christ 94%
The church painted Jesus as monk or liberator, but the original witness outshines them all.
by John R.W. Stott 2001
4.22
279 ratings
The Power of Silence
by Robert Sarah • 2016
We use noise to hide from ourselves. A cardinal's case for silence as the way back.
4.41
3k+
The Power of Silence Summary
The Power of Silence 94%
We use noise to hide from ourselves. A cardinal's case for silence as the way back.
by Robert Sarah 2016
4.41
3k+ ratings
Exodus Old and New
by L. Michael Morales • 2020
Exile. Lamb. Sea crossing. Resurrection. The one pattern that runs from Eden to the new creation.
4.65
459
Exodus Old and New Summary
Exodus Old and New 93%
Exile. Lamb. Sea crossing. Resurrection. The one pattern that runs from Eden to the new creation.
by L. Michael Morales 2020
4.65
459 ratings
Baptism
by Peter J. Leithart • 2021
Water that remakes you: how flood, sea, and ritual prove baptism is no mere symbol.
4.22
209
Baptism Summary
Baptism 93%
Water that remakes you: how flood, sea, and ritual prove baptism is no mere symbol.
by Peter J. Leithart 2021
4.22
209 ratings
Why the Catholic Church Must Change
by Margaret Nutting Ralph • 2013
One in three Catholics has left. The way back, a theologian argues, is reform not rigidity.
3.96
28
Why the Catholic Church Must Change Summary
Why the Catholic Church Must Change 93%
One in three Catholics has left. The way back, a theologian argues, is reform not rigidity.
by Margaret Nutting Ralph 2013
3.96
28 ratings
Rediscover Catholicism
by Matthew Kelly • 2002
Catholicism feels broken. The fix starts with seven ancient practices, not a committee.
4.19
6k+
Rediscover Catholicism Summary
Rediscover Catholicism 93%
Catholicism feels broken. The fix starts with seven ancient practices, not a committee.
by Matthew Kelly 2002
4.19
6k+ ratings
The Catholic All Year Compendium
by Kendra Tierney • 2018
Feast days, saints, and liturgical seasons, translated from monastery to messy kitchen table.
4.73
542
The Catholic All Year Compendium Summary
The Catholic All Year Compendium 93%
Feast days, saints, and liturgical seasons, translated from monastery to messy kitchen table.
by Kendra Tierney 2018
4.73
542 ratings
The Humility of God
by Ilia Delio O.S.F. • 2005
What Francis of Assisi grasped: God's only power is love that empties itself.
4.38
72
The Humility of God Summary
The Humility of God 93%
What Francis of Assisi grasped: God's only power is love that empties itself.
by Ilia Delio O.S.F. 2005
4.38
72 ratings
Is God a Moral Monster? Making Sense of the Old Testament God
by Paul Copan • 2010
A path to theology that worships, prays, and loves the poor, not just reads books.
4.03
3k+
Is God a Moral Monster? Making Sense of the Old Testament God Summary
Is God a Moral Monster? Making Sense of the Old Testament God 93%
A path to theology that worships, prays, and loves the poor, not just reads books.
by Paul Copan 2010
4.03
3k+ ratings
Divine Renovation
by James Mallon • 2014
When maintenance replaces mission, parishes die. A pastor's field guide for reversing the drift.
4.30
374
Divine Renovation Summary
Divine Renovation 93%
When maintenance replaces mission, parishes die. A pastor's field guide for reversing the drift.
by James Mallon 2014
4.30
374 ratings
The Ignatian Adventure
by Kevin O'Brien • 2011
A 32-week way to experience Ignatius's retreat without leaving your family, job, or home.
4.53
550
The Ignatian Adventure Summary
The Ignatian Adventure 93%
A 32-week way to experience Ignatius's retreat without leaving your family, job, or home.
by Kevin O'Brien 2011
4.53
550 ratings
The Return of the Prodigal Son
by Henri J.M. Nouwen • 1991
A famous parable hides three roles. Rembrandt's painting reveals which one you're meant to become.
4.38
26k+
The Return of the Prodigal Son Summary
The Return of the Prodigal Son 93%
A famous parable hides three roles. Rembrandt's painting reveals which one you're meant to become.
by Henri J.M. Nouwen 1991
4.38
26k+ ratings
Time for God
by Jacques Philippe • 2005
Mental prayer is received, not mastered. The one shift that transforms dry prayer into communion.
4.60
3k+
Time for God Summary
Time for God 93%
Mental prayer is received, not mastered. The one shift that transforms dry prayer into communion.
by Jacques Philippe 2005
4.60
3k+ ratings
The Everlasting Man
by G.K. Chesterton • 1925
Prehistory, paganism, philosophy: all dead ends. The force that broke through began in a cave.
4.16
11k+
The Everlasting Man Summary
The Everlasting Man 93%
Prehistory, paganism, philosophy: all dead ends. The force that broke through began in a cave.
by G.K. Chesterton 1925
4.16
11k+ ratings
Be Healed
by Bob Schuchts • 2014
Deep healing isn't just therapy. For Catholics, it's what the sacraments were designed to do.
4.40
2k+
Be Healed Summary
Be Healed 93%
Deep healing isn't just therapy. For Catholics, it's what the sacraments were designed to do.
by Bob Schuchts 2014
4.40
2k+ ratings
The Imitation of Christ
by Thomas à Kempis • 1427
The reward for wanting nothing is peace. Getting what you want only postpones the restlessness.
4.24
27k+
The Imitation of Christ Summary
The Imitation of Christ 93%
The reward for wanting nothing is peace. Getting what you want only postpones the restlessness.
by Thomas à Kempis 1427
4.24
27k+ ratings
Searching for and Maintaining Peace
by Jacques Philippe • 1991
Peace does not depend on getting your life right. One inner disposition keeps it through anything.
4.73
7k+
Searching for and Maintaining Peace Summary
Searching for and Maintaining Peace 93%
Peace does not depend on getting your life right. One inner disposition keeps it through anything.
by Jacques Philippe 1991
4.73
7k+ ratings
Dressing With Dignity
by Colleen Hammond • 2005
What to wear and why: a Catholic case for modesty as the lever that moves culture.
3.92
337
Dressing With Dignity Summary
Dressing With Dignity 93%
What to wear and why: a Catholic case for modesty as the lever that moves culture.
by Colleen Hammond 2005
3.92
337 ratings
The Orthodox Church
by Timothy Ware • 1963
Christianity's forgotten half: no Pope, no Reformation, and questions the West never asked.
4.28
4k+
The Orthodox Church Summary
The Orthodox Church 93%
Christianity's forgotten half: no Pope, no Reformation, and questions the West never asked.
by Timothy Ware 1963
4.28
4k+ ratings
Jesus Now
by Frank Viola • 2014
Christ's work never paused. Seven ongoing roles he fills now that change how you trust him.
4.35
128
Jesus Now Summary
Jesus Now 93%
Christ's work never paused. Seven ongoing roles he fills now that change how you trust him.
by Frank Viola 2014
4.35
128 ratings
The Quest for God
by Paul Johnson • 1996
The 20th century was supposed to bury God. Instead, it made the case for him.
3.56
124
The Quest for God Summary
The Quest for God 93%
The 20th century was supposed to bury God. Instead, it made the case for him.
by Paul Johnson 1996
3.56
124 ratings
Reasons to Believe
by Scott Hahn • 2007
The Catholic faith explained with scripture and logic: no blind leaps, no memorized scripts.
4.21
2k+
Reasons to Believe Summary
Reasons to Believe 93%
The Catholic faith explained with scripture and logic: no blind leaps, no memorized scripts.
by Scott Hahn 2007
4.21
2k+ ratings
Men, Women, and the Mystery of Love
by Edward Sri • 2007
Love as an act of will: John Paul II’s frank playbook for dating, chastity, and marriage.
4.40
2k+
Men, Women, and the Mystery of Love Summary
Men, Women, and the Mystery of Love 93%
Love as an act of will: John Paul II’s frank playbook for dating, chastity, and marriage.
by Edward Sri 2007
4.40
2k+ ratings
Following Francis
by Susan Pitchford • 2006
The radical joy of Francis of Assisi, translated for anyone who wants God in ordinary life.
4.25
69
Following Francis Summary
Following Francis 93%
The radical joy of Francis of Assisi, translated for anyone who wants God in ordinary life.
by Susan Pitchford 2006
4.25
69 ratings
Strangers to the City
by Michael Casey • 2005
Benedict's ancient rule transforms self-denial into a path to freedom and deeper love.
4.29
148
Strangers to the City Summary
Strangers to the City 93%
Benedict's ancient rule transforms self-denial into a path to freedom and deeper love.
by Michael Casey 2005
4.29
148 ratings
Awake, Not Woke
by Noelle Mering • 2021
Woke ideology is a rival faith: it reduces the person to desire and injury alone.
4.30
676
Awake, Not Woke Summary
Awake, Not Woke 93%
Woke ideology is a rival faith: it reduces the person to desire and injury alone.
by Noelle Mering 2021
4.30
676 ratings
Following Jesus
by N.T. Wright • 1994
Many follow a sanitized, comfortable Jesus. The real one calls you to the cross.
4.26
1k+
Following Jesus Summary
Following Jesus 93%
Many follow a sanitized, comfortable Jesus. The real one calls you to the cross.
by N.T. Wright 1994
4.26
1k+ ratings
The Orthodox Way
by Kallistos Ware • 1979
God is entered, not explained: an Orthodox introduction to the path into divine mystery.
4.41
4k+
The Orthodox Way Summary
The Orthodox Way 93%
God is entered, not explained: an Orthodox introduction to the path into divine mystery.
by Kallistos Ware 1979
4.41
4k+ ratings
Spirit and Sacrament
by Andrew Wilson • 2019
Most churches pick one: sacraments or Spirit-led gifts. The early church refused to choose.
4.41
659
Spirit and Sacrament Summary
Spirit and Sacrament 92%
Most churches pick one: sacraments or Spirit-led gifts. The early church refused to choose.
by Andrew Wilson 2019
4.41
659 ratings
The Seven Storey Mountain
by Thomas Merton • 1948
Pleasure, communism, literary fame: all failed him. A silent monastery in Kentucky did not.
4.08
21k+
The Seven Storey Mountain Summary
The Seven Storey Mountain 92%
Pleasure, communism, literary fame: all failed him. A silent monastery in Kentucky did not.
by Thomas Merton 1948
4.08
21k+ ratings
Eager to Love
by Richard Rohr • 2014
A spiritual path that runs toward failure, poverty, and weakness. Francis of Assisi opened it.
4.38
1k+
Eager to Love Summary
Eager to Love 92%
A spiritual path that runs toward failure, poverty, and weakness. Francis of Assisi opened it.
by Richard Rohr 2014
4.38
1k+ ratings
Jordan Peterson, God, and Christianity
by Christopher Kaczor • 2021
Jordan Peterson recovered the psychology of Genesis; what his framework cannot supply is redemption.
4.22
252
Jordan Peterson, God, and Christianity Summary
Jordan Peterson, God, and Christianity 92%
Jordan Peterson recovered the psychology of Genesis; what his framework cannot supply is redemption.
by Christopher Kaczor 2021
4.22
252 ratings
Sacred Fire
by Ronald Rolheiser • 2014
Spiritual maturity demands you give away the things that matter most, including your final breath.
4.43
1k+
Sacred Fire Summary
Sacred Fire 92%
Spiritual maturity demands you give away the things that matter most, including your final breath.
by Ronald Rolheiser 2014
4.43
1k+ ratings
Building a Bridge
by James Martin • 2017
A Catholic priest's guide to moving the Church and the LGBT community from blame to belonging.
3.96
2k+
Building a Bridge Summary
Building a Bridge 92%
A Catholic priest's guide to moving the Church and the LGBT community from blame to belonging.
by James Martin 2017
3.96
2k+ ratings
Catholic Street Evangelization
by Steve Dawson • 2015
You don't need a theology degree to evangelize: a medal, your story, and a street corner.
4.22
41
Catholic Street Evangelization Summary
Catholic Street Evangelization 92%
You don't need a theology degree to evangelize: a medal, your story, and a street corner.
by Steve Dawson 2015
4.22
41 ratings
The Divine Dance
by Richard Rohr • 2016
The Trinity isn't a riddle. It's a current of love that already includes you.
4.21
4k+
The Divine Dance Summary
The Divine Dance 92%
The Trinity isn't a riddle. It's a current of love that already includes you.
by Richard Rohr 2016
4.21
4k+ ratings
Liturgy of the Ordinary
by Tish Harrison Warren • 2016
Your sink, your inbox, your commute: a priest unpacks the spiritual weight of an ordinary Tuesday.
4.32
25k+
Liturgy of the Ordinary Summary
Liturgy of the Ordinary 92%
Your sink, your inbox, your commute: a priest unpacks the spiritual weight of an ordinary Tuesday.
by Tish Harrison Warren 2016
4.32
25k+ ratings
Interior Freedom
by Jacques Philippe • 2002
Circumstances don't determine your freedom. Three virtues unlock an inner space no one can touch.
4.72
5k+
Interior Freedom Summary
Interior Freedom 92%
Circumstances don't determine your freedom. Three virtues unlock an inner space no one can touch.
by Jacques Philippe 2002
4.72
5k+ ratings
The Book of Pastoral Rule
by Pope Gregory I
An ancient guide teaching pastors to temper authority with humility and tailor reproof to each soul.
4.17
796
The Book of Pastoral Rule Summary
The Book of Pastoral Rule 92%
An ancient guide teaching pastors to temper authority with humility and tailor reproof to each soul.
by Pope Gregory I
4.17
796 ratings
How God Became Jesus
by Michael F. Bird • 2014
Twenty years after the crucifixion, Paul already calls Jesus divine. So much for gradual evolution.
3.82
357
How God Became Jesus Summary
How God Became Jesus 92%
Twenty years after the crucifixion, Paul already calls Jesus divine. So much for gradual evolution.
by Michael F. Bird 2014
3.82
357 ratings
New Morning Mercies
by Paul David Tripp • 2014
365 days of gospel truth that meet you at your worst and point you to grace.
4.56
10k+
New Morning Mercies Summary
New Morning Mercies 92%
365 days of gospel truth that meet you at your worst and point you to grace.
by Paul David Tripp 2014
4.56
10k+ ratings
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