http://catholicbookdiscussion.com/ Fri, 03 Sep 2010 07:43:49 -0500 MyBB http://catholicbookdiscussion.com/showthread.php?tid=42 Wed, 11 Aug 2010 16:31:17 -0500 http://catholicbookdiscussion.com/showthread.php?tid=42
Here's a link to more information about the two books that are already available:

http://www.atiqtuq.com/products.php]]>
Here's a link to more information about the two books that are already available:

http://www.atiqtuq.com/products.php]]> http://catholicbookdiscussion.com/showthread.php?tid=41 Wed, 28 Jul 2010 16:04:14 -0500 http://catholicbookdiscussion.com/showthread.php?tid=41 Our Lady of Kibeho by Imaculee Ilibigazi (ISBN 9781401923785). It's about the latest Marian apparition to be approved by the Vatican, which took place in Kibeho, Rwanda. It's an amazing volume and I think a review would help draw attention to this wonderful apparition.]]> Our Lady of Kibeho by Imaculee Ilibigazi (ISBN 9781401923785). It's about the latest Marian apparition to be approved by the Vatican, which took place in Kibeho, Rwanda. It's an amazing volume and I think a review would help draw attention to this wonderful apparition.]]> http://catholicbookdiscussion.com/showthread.php?tid=40 Fri, 23 Jul 2010 10:15:08 -0500 http://catholicbookdiscussion.com/showthread.php?tid=40 One of the best books I've read is Life of Christ by Archbishop Fulton J. Sheen. It presents our Lord's life, mission, death and resurrection in a way unlike any other book I've seen.

Sheen was a master communicator on television, in person, on radio and with the written word. Life of Christ is a worthy addition to any Catholic library. It brings a depth of understanding, yet is very readable. Of all Sheen's books, this may be the best.]]> One of the best books I've read is Life of Christ by Archbishop Fulton J. Sheen. It presents our Lord's life, mission, death and resurrection in a way unlike any other book I've seen.

Sheen was a master communicator on television, in person, on radio and with the written word. Life of Christ is a worthy addition to any Catholic library. It brings a depth of understanding, yet is very readable. Of all Sheen's books, this may be the best.]]> http://catholicbookdiscussion.com/showthread.php?tid=39 Mon, 19 Jul 2010 12:49:30 -0500 http://catholicbookdiscussion.com/showthread.php?tid=39 I recommend this book not only because of its quality, but because of the hopeful message it sends, that you can find your purpose--to reach out to others and to God--through bad situations.]]> I recommend this book not only because of its quality, but because of the hopeful message it sends, that you can find your purpose--to reach out to others and to God--through bad situations.]]> http://catholicbookdiscussion.com/showthread.php?tid=38 Thu, 15 Jul 2010 22:09:43 -0500 http://catholicbookdiscussion.com/showthread.php?tid=38

You can download the discussion guide for Introduction to the Devout Life right here.

If you don't have a copy yet, order Introduction to the Devout Life now.]]>

You can download the discussion guide for Introduction to the Devout Life right here.

If you don't have a copy yet, order Introduction to the Devout Life now.]]> http://catholicbookdiscussion.com/showthread.php?tid=37 Thu, 15 Jul 2010 22:05:23 -0500 http://catholicbookdiscussion.com/showthread.php?tid=37

You can download the discussion guide for No Turning Back right here.

If you don't have a copy yet, order No Turning Back now.]]>

You can download the discussion guide for No Turning Back right here.

If you don't have a copy yet, order No Turning Back now.]]> http://catholicbookdiscussion.com/showthread.php?tid=36 Thu, 15 Jul 2010 18:50:54 -0500 http://catholicbookdiscussion.com/showthread.php?tid=36

God bless,
Charlie]]>

God bless,
Charlie]]> http://catholicbookdiscussion.com/showthread.php?tid=35 Wed, 14 Jul 2010 03:20:37 -0500 http://catholicbookdiscussion.com/showthread.php?tid=35

You can download the discussion guide for Fatherless right here [attachment=2].

If you don't have a copy yet, order Fatherless now.]]>

You can download the discussion guide for Fatherless right here [attachment=2].

If you don't have a copy yet, order Fatherless now.]]> http://catholicbookdiscussion.com/showthread.php?tid=34 Tue, 13 Jul 2010 06:57:33 -0500 http://catholicbookdiscussion.com/showthread.php?tid=34 http://catholicbookdiscussion.com/showthread.php?tid=33 Fri, 09 Jul 2010 13:22:21 -0500 http://catholicbookdiscussion.com/showthread.php?tid=33 Mother Teresa: Come Be My Light recently - a fascinating glimpse into her interior life and very inspiring to me. A word of encouragement from one of her letters:

"If I ever become a saint - I will surely be one of "darkness". I will continually be absent from heaven - to light the light of those in darkness on earth....Pray much for me, pray often - that I may do the things that are pleasing to Him, who has called me."

Mother Teresa, please pray for us.]]> Mother Teresa: Come Be My Light recently - a fascinating glimpse into her interior life and very inspiring to me. A word of encouragement from one of her letters:

"If I ever become a saint - I will surely be one of "darkness". I will continually be absent from heaven - to light the light of those in darkness on earth....Pray much for me, pray often - that I may do the things that are pleasing to Him, who has called me."

Mother Teresa, please pray for us.]]> http://catholicbookdiscussion.com/showthread.php?tid=32 Tue, 06 Jul 2010 23:13:43 -0500 http://catholicbookdiscussion.com/showthread.php?tid=32 Fatherless, Exiles and Cloud of Witnesses. Only one made the cut.

I chose Fatherless because, honestly, I liked the cover and a Human Life International recommendation carries weight.

I chose Exiles because the topic - Gerard Manly Hopkins and drowning nuns was intriguing and the author also wrote the novel on which the Assassination of Jesse James by the Coward Robert Ford was based.

I chose Cloud of Witnesses because I love reading Fr. Rutler.

Why did you choose your picks?]]> Fatherless, Exiles and Cloud of Witnesses. Only one made the cut.

I chose Fatherless because, honestly, I liked the cover and a Human Life International recommendation carries weight.

I chose Exiles because the topic - Gerard Manly Hopkins and drowning nuns was intriguing and the author also wrote the novel on which the Assassination of Jesse James by the Coward Robert Ford was based.

I chose Cloud of Witnesses because I love reading Fr. Rutler.

Why did you choose your picks?]]> http://catholicbookdiscussion.com/showthread.php?tid=31 Tue, 06 Jul 2010 23:08:53 -0500 http://catholicbookdiscussion.com/showthread.php?tid=31 Catholic Summer Reading. Be sure to get a copy and then come back and discuss. We have two great ladies to moderate the forums this summer. Please welcome MaryC and AmyB!]]> Catholic Summer Reading. Be sure to get a copy and then come back and discuss. We have two great ladies to moderate the forums this summer. Please welcome MaryC and AmyB!]]> http://catholicbookdiscussion.com/showthread.php?tid=29 Sat, 13 Mar 2010 14:00:43 -0600 http://catholicbookdiscussion.com/showthread.php?tid=29 http://catholicbookdiscussion.com/showthread.php?tid=28 Sat, 27 Feb 2010 14:40:54 -0600 http://catholicbookdiscussion.com/showthread.php?tid=28 http://www.ianbrett.webs.com. I hope to soon find an agent or publisher. If that doesn't happen, then I will self-publish and make it available. Either way, I plan to donate part of anything I make from it to some sort of Catholic or pro-life cause. I'd be interested to hear any feedback that anyone cares to give! Thanks.

...Anna, the rare survivor of an abortion who loves her motorcycle and her God, lives with a shadowed childhood. Now, mystical events are haunting her and her friends, the old Harley rider and a doubtful priest. Overshadowed by a lurking, personal evil, Anna contends with her desires and demons, as the three friends foray into a dangerous quest for the truth and purpose of Anna’s life. They follow a trail that leads to a holy monastery, ancient bell towers, and musty catacombs. It's the struggle between light and dark, faith and doubt, saints and demons. Ultimately... redemption ...or damnation!]]> http://www.ianbrett.webs.com. I hope to soon find an agent or publisher. If that doesn't happen, then I will self-publish and make it available. Either way, I plan to donate part of anything I make from it to some sort of Catholic or pro-life cause. I'd be interested to hear any feedback that anyone cares to give! Thanks.

...Anna, the rare survivor of an abortion who loves her motorcycle and her God, lives with a shadowed childhood. Now, mystical events are haunting her and her friends, the old Harley rider and a doubtful priest. Overshadowed by a lurking, personal evil, Anna contends with her desires and demons, as the three friends foray into a dangerous quest for the truth and purpose of Anna’s life. They follow a trail that leads to a holy monastery, ancient bell towers, and musty catacombs. It's the struggle between light and dark, faith and doubt, saints and demons. Ultimately... redemption ...or damnation!]]> http://catholicbookdiscussion.com/showthread.php?tid=22 Wed, 30 Dec 2009 22:28:27 -0600 http://catholicbookdiscussion.com/showthread.php?tid=22
Summary and commentary re:
Betsey Stevenson & Justin Wolfers, "The paradox of declining female happiness."

Is Secular Feminism Harmful to Women?

A recent analysis finds that happiness and the sense of well-being and satisfaction has declined among women, both in constant terms and also in comparison to that of men. The decline is found across various investigations, across various measures of subjective well-being and satisfaction with life, across various demographic groups, and within numerous industrialized countries.

The findings are from the General Social Survey [i], which is the largest sociology project funded by the National Science Foundation and is considered highly authoritative. Aside from the U.S. Census, the GSS is the most frequently-analyzed source of information in the social sciences.

How strong is the decline for women relative to men? In 1972, in the initial surveys, the average woman had a 3+ percentile happiness advantage relative to the average man, while in 2006, in the last samplings, she was 1+ percentile behind. The figures add up to a 4½ percentile decrease in happiness for women in comparison to men over the 35 year span of the study. The investigators note that a change of such magnitude should be considered substantial.

While various explanations are proposed, we look here at the feminist position that women are oppressed and always have been—but are a special class of humans who can accomplish wonderful things once the forces of oppression have been overthrown.

In spite of widening workplace opportunities, women find that it is not easy to accomplish great things and still raise a family and have a free moment to oneself. It is a tough world out there, indifferent to our fantasies and barely responsive to our best efforts. Inflated expectations are a standard recipe for disillusionment and despair.

What about the ideology that women are oppressed? "Women are oppressed" usually means "oppressed by men," so in the active voice the message is that "Men oppress women." Naturally, the more one believes that, the more resentful she will be toward men, and the less understanding she will be toward her alleged oppressors.

A recent survey found that 33% of women "often or very often" resent men, while only 14% of men are highly resentful of women. Public condemnation towards men has obviously increased over the last 40 years, and surely contributes to the pandemic of personal resentments toward men.

Angry women tend to feel empowered when they express their anger, but then returned to the blahs and emptiness once the anger is spent. "I have become increasingly angry," comments feminist pioneer Gloria Steinem, "as the alternative is depression." Overall, anger is a quick rush followed by a lingering heartache.

Psychotherapists who challenge anger and seek to reduce it are not as popular with their clients but have better outcomes, while therapists who support anger and encourage its expression are more popular but have worse outcomes. Anger reduction, reconciliation, and a heartfelt understanding and appreciation of our friends and our opponents are fundamental tenets of Christian traditions and of most philosophies of healthy living.

The hardships and general meaninglessness of life are problems that we all confront and probably always will. Yet increasing animosities toward our opposites is hardly a viable solution and may well broaden a general malaise among women and nudge possible solutions farther out of reach.

drD. (Richard Driscoll) with Nancy Ann Davis, PhD
authors of Opposites as Equals. Website: theOppositeSex.info

[i] Betsey Stevenson & Justin Wolfers, "The paradox of declining female happiness." American Economic Journal: Economic Policy 2009, 1:2, 190–225.
Available at: http://bpp.wharton.upenn.edu/jwolfers/Pa...piness.pdf]]>
Summary and commentary re:
Betsey Stevenson & Justin Wolfers, "The paradox of declining female happiness."

Is Secular Feminism Harmful to Women?

A recent analysis finds that happiness and the sense of well-being and satisfaction has declined among women, both in constant terms and also in comparison to that of men. The decline is found across various investigations, across various measures of subjective well-being and satisfaction with life, across various demographic groups, and within numerous industrialized countries.

The findings are from the General Social Survey [i], which is the largest sociology project funded by the National Science Foundation and is considered highly authoritative. Aside from the U.S. Census, the GSS is the most frequently-analyzed source of information in the social sciences.

How strong is the decline for women relative to men? In 1972, in the initial surveys, the average woman had a 3+ percentile happiness advantage relative to the average man, while in 2006, in the last samplings, she was 1+ percentile behind. The figures add up to a 4½ percentile decrease in happiness for women in comparison to men over the 35 year span of the study. The investigators note that a change of such magnitude should be considered substantial.

While various explanations are proposed, we look here at the feminist position that women are oppressed and always have been—but are a special class of humans who can accomplish wonderful things once the forces of oppression have been overthrown.

In spite of widening workplace opportunities, women find that it is not easy to accomplish great things and still raise a family and have a free moment to oneself. It is a tough world out there, indifferent to our fantasies and barely responsive to our best efforts. Inflated expectations are a standard recipe for disillusionment and despair.

What about the ideology that women are oppressed? "Women are oppressed" usually means "oppressed by men," so in the active voice the message is that "Men oppress women." Naturally, the more one believes that, the more resentful she will be toward men, and the less understanding she will be toward her alleged oppressors.

A recent survey found that 33% of women "often or very often" resent men, while only 14% of men are highly resentful of women. Public condemnation towards men has obviously increased over the last 40 years, and surely contributes to the pandemic of personal resentments toward men.

Angry women tend to feel empowered when they express their anger, but then returned to the blahs and emptiness once the anger is spent. "I have become increasingly angry," comments feminist pioneer Gloria Steinem, "as the alternative is depression." Overall, anger is a quick rush followed by a lingering heartache.

Psychotherapists who challenge anger and seek to reduce it are not as popular with their clients but have better outcomes, while therapists who support anger and encourage its expression are more popular but have worse outcomes. Anger reduction, reconciliation, and a heartfelt understanding and appreciation of our friends and our opponents are fundamental tenets of Christian traditions and of most philosophies of healthy living.

The hardships and general meaninglessness of life are problems that we all confront and probably always will. Yet increasing animosities toward our opposites is hardly a viable solution and may well broaden a general malaise among women and nudge possible solutions farther out of reach.

drD. (Richard Driscoll) with Nancy Ann Davis, PhD
authors of Opposites as Equals. Website: theOppositeSex.info

[i] Betsey Stevenson & Justin Wolfers, "The paradox of declining female happiness." American Economic Journal: Economic Policy 2009, 1:2, 190–225.
Available at: http://bpp.wharton.upenn.edu/jwolfers/Pa...piness.pdf]]> http://catholicbookdiscussion.com/showthread.php?tid=20 Thu, 10 Dec 2009 23:18:09 -0600 http://catholicbookdiscussion.com/showthread.php?tid=20 Someone has suggested 'Christ Among Us': Would this be the best representation of Magisterial Teaching at the time of March 1990 in the USA? I'll continue this evening to search for my answer, but would appreciate clear, accurate, information if anyone has it. Thanks-Hal

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My answer seems to be ST. JOSEPH NEW AMERICAN CATECHISM NO. 3 EXPANDED EDITION 1985... (I just ordered one from ABEBOOKS..3 bucks-free shipping, pretty sure that'l work) Any body agree or disagree?]]> Someone has suggested 'Christ Among Us': Would this be the best representation of Magisterial Teaching at the time of March 1990 in the USA? I'll continue this evening to search for my answer, but would appreciate clear, accurate, information if anyone has it. Thanks-Hal

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My answer seems to be ST. JOSEPH NEW AMERICAN CATECHISM NO. 3 EXPANDED EDITION 1985... (I just ordered one from ABEBOOKS..3 bucks-free shipping, pretty sure that'l work) Any body agree or disagree?]]> http://catholicbookdiscussion.com/showthread.php?tid=18 Mon, 16 Nov 2009 18:01:53 -0600 http://catholicbookdiscussion.com/showthread.php?tid=18
Equality in Christian Marriage

by
Richard Driscoll, PhD, with Nancy Ann Davis, PhD

Relationships in which men and women participate as approximate equals are found to be more satisfying and more stable. "Opposites as Equals" explores the surprising differences between men and women which confuse our ideals of equality and so intensify gender conflict.

Research finds that women are more comfortable in personal arguments and more insistent, while men are more highly stressed and tend to concede, placate, or withdraw. In addition, chivalrous sympathies tend to support women against offending men, while men are expected to take care of themselves.

In our modern quest for equality, patriarchy and the traditional Christian support for men have fallen out of favor. Yet patriarchal Christianity calls upon women to soften their superior emotional firepower and to listen to their husbands, so that men might have a place in families. The traditional Christian standard thus acts as a remedy for an emotional imbalance, promoting more egalitarian relationships, stabilizing marriages, and benefiting men, women, and children all about equally.

The authors are well aware of the secular tilt against men, but suggest that fatherhood is the proverbial goose that laid the golden egg. The tilt against fathers provides a few more rights and privileges for women but undermines men, and now undermines the traditional two-parent family.

The challenge to religious organizations is to integrate women into positions of authority without undermining the men, and to understand enough about men and women to manage the inevitable conflict and preserve a spirit of cooperation. "Opposites as Equals" provides a fresh look at the problem and suggests practical solutions.

"Opposites as Equals: Standard Differences between Men and Women—and How to Resolve Them"
Published by Westside Psychology, 2009. 220 pages. $14.95
Website: theOppositeSex.info

review copies at 8665 690-0962

Comments

"Carefully researched, well written, provocative, and often quite funny, this timely little volume is full of deep wisdom and practical insights not found elsewhere. Truly, a fascinating read!"
— Michael Dowd, author of Thank God for Evolution

"…a politically incorrect analysis of why men are bailing out of relationships and retreating into video games. If you are a man wondering why you aren't involved in a committed relationship, or a woman wondering where all the good men have gone, then you need to read this book. It explains the problem brilliantly."
— Helen Smith, PhD, author of The Scarred Heart and host at Pajamas TV

…a rare thing: an original, even superlative book on relationships and gender…. The author holds both sexes in the highest regard, sees their strengths and weaknesses, their similarities and differences, and earnestly wants each of us to make the very best out of our lives and our relationships."
— Steven Svoboda, for Transitions]]>
Equality in Christian Marriage

by
Richard Driscoll, PhD, with Nancy Ann Davis, PhD

Relationships in which men and women participate as approximate equals are found to be more satisfying and more stable. "Opposites as Equals" explores the surprising differences between men and women which confuse our ideals of equality and so intensify gender conflict.

Research finds that women are more comfortable in personal arguments and more insistent, while men are more highly stressed and tend to concede, placate, or withdraw. In addition, chivalrous sympathies tend to support women against offending men, while men are expected to take care of themselves.

In our modern quest for equality, patriarchy and the traditional Christian support for men have fallen out of favor. Yet patriarchal Christianity calls upon women to soften their superior emotional firepower and to listen to their husbands, so that men might have a place in families. The traditional Christian standard thus acts as a remedy for an emotional imbalance, promoting more egalitarian relationships, stabilizing marriages, and benefiting men, women, and children all about equally.

The authors are well aware of the secular tilt against men, but suggest that fatherhood is the proverbial goose that laid the golden egg. The tilt against fathers provides a few more rights and privileges for women but undermines men, and now undermines the traditional two-parent family.

The challenge to religious organizations is to integrate women into positions of authority without undermining the men, and to understand enough about men and women to manage the inevitable conflict and preserve a spirit of cooperation. "Opposites as Equals" provides a fresh look at the problem and suggests practical solutions.

"Opposites as Equals: Standard Differences between Men and Women—and How to Resolve Them"
Published by Westside Psychology, 2009. 220 pages. $14.95
Website: theOppositeSex.info

review copies at 8665 690-0962

Comments

"Carefully researched, well written, provocative, and often quite funny, this timely little volume is full of deep wisdom and practical insights not found elsewhere. Truly, a fascinating read!"
— Michael Dowd, author of Thank God for Evolution

"…a politically incorrect analysis of why men are bailing out of relationships and retreating into video games. If you are a man wondering why you aren't involved in a committed relationship, or a woman wondering where all the good men have gone, then you need to read this book. It explains the problem brilliantly."
— Helen Smith, PhD, author of The Scarred Heart and host at Pajamas TV

…a rare thing: an original, even superlative book on relationships and gender…. The author holds both sexes in the highest regard, sees their strengths and weaknesses, their similarities and differences, and earnestly wants each of us to make the very best out of our lives and our relationships."
— Steven Svoboda, for Transitions]]> http://catholicbookdiscussion.com/showthread.php?tid=16 Sat, 14 Nov 2009 00:46:57 -0600 http://catholicbookdiscussion.com/showthread.php?tid=16
I have a poem for humility and I want to share it with you ... Here is that ...

A Prayer for Humility

Because the first must be the last
And only little ones can pass
Beyond the gate--narrow and small
Where God is waiting for us all.

Jesus, lift my spirit up
I raise to You my empty cup
As I approach the narrow way
Make me a little one today.]]>
I have a poem for humility and I want to share it with you ... Here is that ...

A Prayer for Humility

Because the first must be the last
And only little ones can pass
Beyond the gate--narrow and small
Where God is waiting for us all.

Jesus, lift my spirit up
I raise to You my empty cup
As I approach the narrow way
Make me a little one today.]]> http://catholicbookdiscussion.com/showthread.php?tid=13 Wed, 14 Oct 2009 21:32:51 -0500 http://catholicbookdiscussion.com/showthread.php?tid=13 Information on how to obtain it (free online) is at http://www.jpatricksutton.com. I attach the first half of the book to this post. I will also email the book to you for free if you contact me through Catholic Book Discussion.
All I ask in return for the free novel is that you post some kind of review or notice of the book.
Thanks for your consideration.]]> Information on how to obtain it (free online) is at http://www.jpatricksutton.com. I attach the first half of the book to this post. I will also email the book to you for free if you contact me through Catholic Book Discussion.
All I ask in return for the free novel is that you post some kind of review or notice of the book.
Thanks for your consideration.]]> http://catholicbookdiscussion.com/showthread.php?tid=12 Wed, 08 Jul 2009 16:16:22 -0500 http://catholicbookdiscussion.com/showthread.php?tid=12 http://theshackbook.com
Has anyone read this book? What do you think about it? ]]> http://theshackbook.com
Has anyone read this book? What do you think about it? ]]>