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June 10, 2008
What They're Saying About SAMP Books

Well Said: Children’s Words of Wisdom, by Sister Bridget Haase, O.S.U.
“…Haase has collected humorous and wise sayings that help us see the world through the eyes of children.”—The Catholic Telegraph


9780867165296 Saint Paul: Called to Conversion—A Seven-Day Retreat, by Ronald D. Witherup
“With Saint Paul: Called to Conversion, readers will quickly gain an understanding of his conversion process, a process Christians of all stripes seek to come to grips with and, perhaps, achieve in some semblance themselves. This is a book that anyone will appreciate who wants to both understand St. Paul better and nourish his or her spirituality.”—The Catholic Telegraph


Joan of Arc: God’s Warrior—A Seven-Day Retreat, by Barbara Beckwith
“This is a book that will lend itself beautifully to any actual retreat…but anyone willing to set aside 30 minutes for seven days will find that this book will give his or her faith and spirituality an invigorating shot in the arm.”—The Catholic Telegraph

May 22, 2008
More Reviews of SAMP Books

Marriage: It’s a God Thing, by William P. Roberts
“…a wonderful little book considering the spirituality of Christian marriage.”—Catholic Library World


Jesus in the House: Gospel Reflections on Christ’s Presence in the Home, by Allan F. Wright
“By exploring the events recorded in the Bible when Jesus spent time in the homes and houses of the people, Wright presents the importance of bringing Him into our homes….”—Catholic Library World



Make Room for God: Clearing Out the Clutter, by Susan K. Rowland
“More than just another self-help book, Rowland offers principles that work…. For those who wish to make changes in their lives but don’t know how or where to begin….”—Prairie Messenger


Do We Worship the Same God? Comparing the Bible and the Qur’an, by George Dardess
“With this book as a tool, engaging folks in discussion may not be as difficult as imagined.”—Prairie Messenger


A Short History of the Mass, by Alfred McBride, O. Praem.
“If you have ever wanted to know more about how the Mass evolved over time from Jesus’ day, this book is for you…. Copious illustrations enrich the text, and discussion questions at the end of each chapter provoke further thought.”—Share


Healing Troubled Hearts: Daily Spiritual Exercises, by Lyn Holley Doucet
“Doucet relates the gospel concretely to life in today’s world, giving readers the spiritual foundation for true healing. This is the book to help us stop running from ourselves and into the healing love of God.”—Prairie Messenger


What Mother Teresa Taught Me, by Maryanne Raphael
“…This book is an easy to read primer on the life, work and message of the saint of Calcutta aimed at a young adult audience. Raphael does a good job of narrating Mother Teresa’s story and encouraging young people to follow her message of love and service.”—The Catholic Register


“…a highly readable story based on memories and anecdotes from those who knew Mother Teresa throughout her life.”—WritingWorks


Bridges of Faith: Building a Relationship With a Sister Parish, by Dennis P. O’Connor
“…This is a truly valuable book for anyone involved in or considering a twinning relationship.”—WritingWorks


Joan of Arc: God’s Warrior—A Seven-Day Retreat, by Barbara Beckwith
“Double-dog dare you to read the long first paragraph of Barbara Beckwith’s Joan of Arc: God’s Warrior—A Seven-Day Retreat...and be able to put it down. Anyone willing to set aside 30 minutes for seven days will find that this book will give his or her faith and spirituality an invigorating shot in the arm.”—Catholic Herald, Diocese of Madison


Saint Paul: Called to Conversion—A Seven-Day Retreat, by Ronald D. Witherup
“…It presents its material in ways that bring together the insights of Scripture studies and uses them to nourish in the reader a spirit of prayerfulness.”—Catholic Herald, Diocese of Madison


John the Baptist: Prophet and Disciple, by Alexander J. Burke, Jr.
“…a well-organized book that outlines the prophet’s life story, his relationship with Jesus, and the challenge of his uncompromising message to modern Christians.”—U.S. News and World Report


“…Burke is not afraid to approach his subject from all angles. The portrait that emerges is both interesting and inspiring….”—The Catholic Sun

April 07, 2008
Review of: Breaking Free of the Web

"This book is highly recommended to those addicted to the Internet, those concerned about a person addicted and those who minister to them" writes Brother Benet S. Exton in his review of Breaking Free of the Web: Catholics and Internet Addiction in Catholic News Agency's online newletter. Read the review here.

December 11, 2007
Review of: Make Room for God

Make Room for God: Clearing Out the Clutter

by Susan K. Rowland


Frederic and Mary Ann Brussat review Susan K. Rowland's book, Make Room for God: Clearing Out the Clutter, in SpiritualityandPractice.com , an online review of resources for spiritual journeys. Read the review here.

October 19, 2007
Review of: Mystics

Mystics: 10 Who Show Us the Ways of God

Murray Bodo


Pauline Books and Media (the Daughters of St. Paul) offers a video review on their "Book-a-Day" feature on YouTube.  View it here.

Review of: Breaking Free of the Web

Breaking Free of the Web: Catholics and Internet Addiction

Kimberly Young, Psy.D., and Patrice Klausing, O.S.F.


Pauline Books and Media (the Daughters of St. Paul) offers a video review on their "Book-a-Day" feature on YouTube.  View it here.

July 1, 2008
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