Murray, OP, Paul. The New Wine of Dominican Spirituality - A Drink Called Happiness. London, England: Burns & Oates, 2006. $21.95
This lively and compelling book names and celebrates aspects of the Dominican tradition which are at the very core of its spirituality. The Dominican vision of life we find presented in this book is one that is truly broad and joyous. It is a path of spirituality - a way - open to people of all kinds and conditions.
Vidmar, OP, John. Praying with the Dominicans: To Praise, to Bless, to Preach. New York: Paulist Press, 2008. $9.95
The Dominican Order's rich tradition of prayer and spirituality is embodied not only in texts, but also in music and art. Praying with the Dominicans shares with readers many of the best examples of this tradition: an eyewitness account of how St. Dominic prayer, Thomas Aquinas's Eucharistic texts, and writings form St. Catherine of Siena to the English Dominicans of recent times-along with timeless Dominican chant and the poetry and art of Dominican sisters. This book will guide and inspire anyone who wishes to pray by uniting themselves in the charism of the Order of Preachers.
Gateley, Edwina. Growing Into God. Franklin, Wisconsin: Sheed & Ward. 2000. $10.95
In this poignant and new collection of poetry, Edwina Gateley, one of today's most beloved spiritual voices, taps into the deepest of human hungers and reveals the joy of nurturing an honest relationship with God.
Delio, OSF, Ilia. The Humility of God. Cincinnati, Ohio: St. Anthony Messenger Press, 2005. $13.95
Delio explains how the Franciscan view provides not only a hopeful way of living in relation to God in a world of change, "but also a way of living a meaningful Christian life in a complex and often fragmented world."
Nassal, CPPS, Joseph. Moments of Truth: A Spirituality of Time, Grace and Sacred Space. Leavenworth, Kansas: Forest of Peace Publishing, 2002. $13.95
In the pages of this book, Joseph Nassal invites us into a geography of grace. In this safe place for the soul we recognize and embrace the events of our lives as moments of truth that reflect God's graced presence among us.
Silf, Margaret. At Sea with God: A spiritual Guidebook to the Heart and Soul. Norte Dame, Indiana: Sorin Books, 2008. $15.95
Embark on a spiritual voyage of self-discovery and learn how the sea stands as a metaphor for the chances and changes that everyone encounters in life. Strengthen your own spirituality with this self-guided retreat that can be used in a variety of settings-from home to church to retreat centers.
Gallagher, OM, Timothy M. An Ignatian Introduction to Prayer: Scriptural Reflections According to the Spiritual Exercises. New York, NY: The Crossroad Publishing Company, 2007. $12.95
A wonderful resource for those beginning to pray with Scripture. Provides accompaniment in the first, tentative steps of such blessed prayer. For those who already pray with Scripture, and who seek new depth in that prayer, the emotionally rich reflections may provide an opportunity for such growth. They are also useful for spiritual directors, retreat directors, and for small groups in parishes, among friends, and in the home.