A great read for the Pauline Year, commemorating the 2000th anniversary of the birth of the Apostle, proclaimed by Pope Benedict XVI. The Pauline Year is from June 29, 2008 to June 29, 2009. Immerse yourself in the person of the Apostle Paul -- heroic in his martyr's death--but so recognizably human in his conversion story and subsequent letters to the faithful. Gain fresh insights into …

This book is an easy-to-read account of salvation history that is suitable for Catholics of all ages, from high-schoolers to senior citizens, Catholicism & Scripture first provides a one-chapter summary (“The Big Picture”) of the Bible from Adam to St. Paul. The text then presents a chapter-by-chapter account of the important persons and events in both the Old and New …

This Leader's/Catechist's Manual accompanies the text "Catholicism and Scripture." SKU 12573. It includes outlines and detailed study questions.

In his previous book The Origins of Christmas, Joseph F. Kelly answers common questions about the development of Christmas rituals and legends, and explores the history of the holiday. In this book Kelly turns to the infancy narratives to see what the New Testament tells us about the Nativity. Readers will likely discover that their Christmas celebrations, cards, pageants, and crèches …

These insights on the literary structure and theological argumentation of Paul's letters lead to a deeper and more unified understanding of Paul's message and spirituality. Explanations of apocalyptic literature, eschatology, and the kenotic hymn (Phil. 2:6-11) contribute to this thorough study of Paul's mind and theology. By Peter F. Ellis

About the book The founder of the world’s largest religious media empire shares her beloved wit and down-to-earth spirituality in this book. Editor Raymond Arroyo draws on hundreds of never-before-released private lessons to present the renowned nun’s definitive take on the Good Book. Angelica provides readers with guided meditations, and probing personal questions, and unearths an …

A simple introduction to the background and meaning of the Gospels. Energize and enhance your personal or group Bible study as you learn the cultural and theological background of Matthew, Mark, Luke, and John, guided by Father Jude’s pastoral and informative text and pertinent chapter questions.  

St. Paul's letters are intensely human documents. In the examination of such basic human questions as "What did he write the letters with?" "Did he use a secretary to record them?" and "What was his personal writing style?" much real information can be gathered regarding his thought without intimidating the average reader. Scholar Fr. Jerome Murphy-O'Connor OP. …

The second in a series of Bible studies based on Proverbs 31, Graced and Gifted offers tools to help you create a home that will be a place of beauty and peace where the needs of your loved ones are met. Applying Sacred Scripture, Church teaching and pastoral wisdom, Kimberly Hahn helps you explore: Time management The art of homemaking, from creating a pleasant environment to clutter …

In a concise and accessible format, this volume in the St. Joseph Bible Resources series provides essential Bible information for use in schools, in Bible study groups, or for the individual inquirer. More specifically, NEW TESTAMENT INTRODUCTION provides an approachable survey of these influential writings.

This handy volume will help readers select a Bible, develop a reading plan, practice Lectio Divina , and begin to interpret the Bible clearly and with confidence.

St. Paul comes to life in this unique collection of meditations by renowned biblical scholar and retired archbishop of Milan, Cardinal Carlo Maria Martini. In simple and moving language, Martini weaves together St. Paul's life, character, and teachings in such a way that we come to know the apostle as a human being with the same hopes and struggles that we have. Cardinal Martini reflects upon …

This volume is a collection of the Pauline letters. Perfect for the Pauline Jubilee year, Letters of Saint Paul is a beautiful gift for anyone seeking a closer relationship with this courageous man of faith. Letters of Saint Paul includes an illuminating introduction by Reverend Jeffrey Mickler, SSP. This exquisite book also includes prayers and a study guide that brings the reader deeper into …

    The perfect how-to for easy, quick Scripture reference and comprehension - from Dr. Scott Hahn! Using straightforward, accessible language, Scripture expert Scott Hahn explains the "nuts and bolts" of the Bible -- how it came to be, the types of literature found within it, and the thrust of each book -- in a handy, yet thorough, way that demystifies the Bible and …

Nothing is more central to the Church than preaching the gospel, and few have preached the gospel with the intensity and insight of St. Paul. Paul's letters play an important role in the New Testament and in the Roman Lectionary. Yet, despite their importance, Paul's teaching is seldom proclaimed from the pulpit. In Strategies for Preaching Paul , Frank Matera provides preachers with the …

What issues did Paul address in his letters? What can we know about his audience? Why is the authenticity of some of Paul's letters questioned? What was his distinctive message and how did he argue? Charles Puskas addresses these and other questions about each New Testament book written by or ascribed to the Apostle Paul in nine concise chapters including an overview of the letter genre and a …

In a concise and accessible format, this volume in the St. Joseph Bible Resources series provides essential Bible information for use in schools, in Bible study groups, or for the individual inquirer. More specifically, OLD TESTAMENT INTRODUCTION outlines the history, literature, religion, and teachings of the Old Testament.

Great resource for the Pauline Year – a celebration of 2000th anniversary of the apostle’s birth. This new release will be published in August 2008. A Still More Excellent Way is a wonderful resource for use during the Pauline Year and beyond. It provides readers with an inspiring introduction to the spiritual and moral wisdom of St. Paul through fifty-two brief selections from the …

Much of the popular understanding of the apostle Paul has been shaped, not by Paul's letters themselves, but by the Acts of the Apostles. This understanding, many believe, leads to misunderstanding Paul’s theology. In The Apostle Paul and the Pauline Tradition Stephen Finlan takes a new approach, focusing on the letters themselves. He views the Pauline tradition as including the …

Rich Cleveland's latest thematic Catholic Bible study - from the Emmaus Journey series. In the Our Father, we are praying to God with words given to us by God. Yet how often do we pray the Our Father without a conscious understanding of what we ask of him? Popular author Rich Cleveland helps readers explore the meaning behind the words--and the meaning this prayer has for our lives as children …