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John Michael Talbot with Steve Rabey

The life of St. Francis of Assisi was a paradigm of simplicity, humanity, and love. In today's busy world, his practices have enormous appeal, described in this inspiring work by John Michael Talbot, the founder of The Brothers and Sisters of Charity, a lay order based on the Franciscan principles of simplicity and self-sufficiency. In The Lessons Of St. Francis, Talbot and co-author Steve Rabey demonstrate the enduring significance of Franciscan wisdom. Organized by topic, such as Simplicity, Humility, Compassion, Solitude, Service, and Prayer, each chapter includes excerpts from the writings of St. Francis, as well as those of his followers and biographers. Combining deep spiritual insights with the offer of a saner, less chaotic way of living, The Lessons Of St. Francis offers wise advice on how to incorporate these virtues into our own lives today.

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Jenny Schroedel

In The Everything Saints Book, 2nd Edition, you'll learn about the fascinating lives (and sometimes untimely deaths) of more than 85 saints-and the miracles ascribed to them. In this authoritative new edition, you'll find rare quotes, little-known facts, and captivating stories of heroism and personal sacrifice, including:Traditional SaintsEuropean, African, and Asian SaintsSoon-to-be SaintsDisappearing SaintsFrom Mary, the mother of Jesus, to early European saints like Saint Valentine, to modern men and women who are now being considered for sainthood, The Everything Saints Book, 2nd Edition, reveals the personalities and piety of these intriguing people-and the ways in which their unwavering devotion to God transformed their lives and the lives of those around them.Jenny Schroedel is a columnist for Boundless Webzine and has published numerous articles about spirituality and practical life. She is the author of The Everything Mary Book and a children's book, The Blackbird's Nest: Saint Kevin of Ireland.

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Sogyal Rinpoche

New from the bestselling author of The Tibetan Book of Living and Dying--365 thought-provoking meditations on life, death, doubt, mindfulness, compassion, wisdom, work, and more!

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Joyce Meyer

Prayer transforms lives every day.But for those who pray, how manytruly understand its power? In herstraightforward and profound stylebeloved by millions worldwide,Joyce Meyer reveals the incredibleforce that comes through the simpleact of prayer. By explaining thekeys to unanswered prayers, thehindrances to prayer's effectiveness,and the Bible's role in prayer,Joyce gives readers a new perspectiveon how best to communicatewith God. She reveals that throughprayerful conversation comes theability to be successful in life, strong at heart, and sincerewith others. Simple prayer, powerful results.