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In this first volume in a three-part series, Richard Rohr develops aspects of transformation, a recurring theme in his popular presentations. Three of these talks were first presented at the Los Angeles Religious Education Congress. Talk Three was sponsored by Bellarmi[...]
Richard Rohr was selected as one of a small group of "world-renowned experts on contemplative practice and compassion" to speak at "Sacred Silence: Pathway to Compassion," an event in Louisville, Kentucky in mid-May 2013, that featured His Holiness the Dalai Lama. The Franciscan friar served as the [...]
"If the Old Testament is a puzzle to you, this introduction will not only throw open its riches but also draw you into its divine drama." --"Book Nook"
ALSO AVAILABLE--Great Themes of Scripture: New Testament[...]
When Jesus talked about the Kingdom of God, he was talking about an utterly different way of relating to human society as we know it. He was talking about a new world order, a term recently on the lips of politicians. What a false sense of the term they have used, contends popular preacher and autho[...]
Richard Rohr is a modern prophet calling us to change our ways. Painting a bleak picture of the prevailing thought, culture and attitudes of the present-day West -- which he calls "The Postmodern Opportunity" -- including our cultural biases, our embrace of victimhood, our often fearful attitudes to[...]
The most vital and significant moments in life are moments of encounter. Whether we encounter ourselves, others, or God, these moments let us know that life is meaningful. And presence is what makes encounter possible. When we are truly present, everything that has being becomes potentially present [...]
In Falling Upward, Father Richard Rohr offers a new way of understanding one of the most profound of life's mysteries: how our failing can be the foundation for our ongoing spiritual growth. Drawing on the wisdom from time-honoured myths, heroic poems, great thinkers, and sacred religious texts, the[...]
In Falling Upward (and in many of his other teachings), Richard Rohr talks at length about ego (or the False Self) and how it gets in the way of spiritual maturity, especially if its preoccupations continue into the second half of life. But if there's a False Self, is there also a True Self? What is[...]
Many, if not most, people and institutions remain in 'the first half of life' forever, preoccupied with establishing their identity, climbing, achieving, and performing. If you knew there was a further journey, wouldn't you choose to do the 'first half' quite differently? The further journey involve[...]
In Falling Upward, Richard Rohr seeks to help readers understand the tasks of the two halves of life and to show them that those who have gone "down" are the only ones who understand "up." Those who have somehow fallen, and fallen well, are the only ones who can grow spiritually and not misuse "up."[...]
Now in a new edition, this bestseller explores the challenges, the rewards, the call, and the possibilities of integrating a sincere inner life with an active life of engagement with the pain of the world.[...]
A spiritual leader leads men and women on an inner journey to find the true self using the ancient Arthurian legends of knights in search of the Holy Grail.[...]
In this new, general introduction to the Enneagram, Rohr and Ebert show that the Enneagram was developed in Egypt by the Desert Fathers and rediscoverd by a Francisican missionary to the Moslems at the turn of the 14th century.[...]
Richard Rohr shares his excitement and understanding of Luke's Gospel message for today's reader. Grounded in scholarship but accessible to a general audience, this commentary sheds light on the main themes of Luke's Gospel. In simple terms he works through each theme in a twofold way. He first addr[...]
The author introduces the reader to the vision of the Franciscan way of living, where joy, not dry theology helps us build relationships and find peace in ourselves.[...]
Why does chasing the good life make us feel so bad? We dream big and spend our money and time chasing our dreams--only to find ourselves exhausted, deeply in debt and spiritually empty. Mark and Lisa Scandrette realized at the beginning of their lives together that what they want, what they need and[...]
"A refreshing summary of the New Testament....Useful for adult education and small study groups." --"Catholic Transcript"
ALSO AVAILABLE--Great Themes of Scripture: Old Testament[...]
"The book should help every thinking Catholic. It would also make a good RCIA resource as well as a blockbuster stimulus for discussions."--"Book Nook, " Pecos Benedictine
The authors answer the question, "Why Be Catholic?" fairly and squarely, showing a deep appreciation about what is good in [...]
Now in paperback, this collection of 408 meditations follows the Church's liturgical cycle, striking the spirit of each season--Advent, Christmas, Lent, Easter, Pentecost and Ordinary Time.[...]
Only when the two come together, inner and outer authority, do we have true spiritual wisdom. We have for too long insisted on outer authority alone, without any teaching of prayer, inner journey and maturing consciousness. The results for the world and for religion have been disastrous....I offer t[...]