http://catholicbookdiscussion.com/ Wed, 10 Mar 2010 12:26:04 -0600 MyBB 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=15 Fri, 13 Nov 2009 20:23:48 -0600 http://catholicbookdiscussion.com/showthread.php?tid=15 Worldwide Roman Catholic Internet Forums Consecration

I realize that this is not a typical Catholic forum in that all the sections are geared specifically to Catholic literature, so I've posted this announcement here hoping I've posted it in an appropriate place and that it will be well received .. It is our hopes that everyone here on Catholic Book Discussions will consider joining thousands of Catholic brothers and sisters on December 8th, 2009, Feast of the Immaculate Conception to make a world wide Roman Catholics Internet forums consecration to the Immaculate Heart of Mary and to the Sacred Heart of Jesus..


On December 8, 2009, Feast of the Immaculate Conception, many Roman Catholic forum communities across the internet will be coming together this day to consecrate our hearts, the hearts of our loved ones, and the hearts of all God’s children to the Immaculate Heart of Mary and to the Sacred Heart of Jesus. It is our greatest hopes that a ‘world wide internet forums consecration’ will spread across the internet so that as many Catholic forum communities as possible will come together as Christ brothers and sisters to pray for world peace and the conversion of hearts. Please join us as Christ brothers and sisters on December 8th as we come together as One Bread, One Body to pray for conversions and for world peace..



The worldwide forums consecration would go as follows:

1. During some point the day of December 8th, 2009, the individual forum member takes a moment to pray the forum consecration that will be posted on the discussion forum they are a member of..
2. Along with these consecration prayers, a Rosary is offered as well, and the days prayers are offered up for world peace and for the conversion of sinners..
3. If the person is able to do so, the Holy Mass is of course attended during this day as well...

Continual updates can be found at: Worldwide Catholic Internet Forums Consecration


God bless, John






Consecration to the Sacred Heart of Jesus

O Jesus, we know that you are gentle, and that you have given your heart
for all of us. It was crowned with thorns and with our sins.
Oh, we know that especially in these present times you beg us not to be lost.

Jesus, remember us when we sin. Through your most Holy Heart
give us grace to love each other. Let hatred disappear from the people. Show your love.

We all love you, and wish you to protect us
with your shepherd's heart from every sin.

Come into every heart, O Jesus,
knock, knock on our hearts.
Be patient and untiring.
We are still closed because
we have not yet understood your will.
Knock perseveringly.

O good Jesus, Make us open our hearts to you,
at least when we remember your passion endured for us.

Sacred Heart of Jesus, we now as a forum family and community under Your Mother's Mantle Consecrate our hearts and the hearts of each and every person in the world today, we bind our hearts, their hearts, and the hearts of all Your precious children to Your Most Sacred Heart, now and forever, Amen.

Sacred Heart of Jesus, have mercy on us!



Consecration to the Immaculate Heart of Mary

O Immaculate Heart of Mary, ardent with goodness, show Your Love toward us.
May the flame of Your Heart, O Mary, descend on all mankind. We love You so.

Impress true love in our hearts so that we may have a continuous desire for You.
O Mary, humble and meek of heart, remember us when we are in sin.
Give us, by means of Your Immaculate Heart, spiritual health.
Let us always see the goodness of Your Maternal Heart and may we be converted by means of the flame of Your Heart.

May this beautiful forum, which You have led each of us to as an intricate part of our spiritual journey, always be protected with Your Motherly Heart. Amen.

Dear Mother Mary, please touch the hearts of every single soul who visits this wonderful place of refuge and give them the joy of becoming a permanent family member of this blessed forum. In Jesus name we ask. Thank you. Amen.

To You, Mother of the human family, we confidently entrust all of humanity with its hopes and fears. Give us the light of true wisdom. Guide our steps in the ways of peace. Enable all who come to this forum to meet Christ the Way, the Truth, and the Life.

Mother Mary, we now as a forum family and community under Your Motherly Mantle Consecrate our hearts and the hearts of each and every person in the world today, we bind our hearts, their hearts, and the hearts of all Your precious children to Your Most Immaculate Heart, now and forever, Amen.

O Holy Mother of God,
Patroness and Protector of the children of God,
cover us Your precious children with Your Mantle of motherly love..
Continually take us by the hand and lead us to Your Son Jesus..

O Holy Mother, Queen of Peace and Queen of our hearts,
teach us how to be children of peace..
that by our example through our words and in our actions
others will want to know this God of Love named Jesus we speak about..

O Holy Mother, Who intercedes before Thy Heavenly Father for us in our prayers, as brothers and sisters in Christ who come together each day on this faithful family community forum of Christ brothers & sisters consecrated to Your Most Immaculate Heart and the Sacred Heart of Your Son Jesus called Catholic Book Discussions Forum, We turn to You for guidance.. We turn to You for help.. We are Your children.. Here we are Mother, lead us!

Our Lady of Guadalupe, we also consecrate every unborn child to Your Most Immaculate Heart.

Our Lady of the Immaculate Conception, pray for us!
Our Lady of Guadalupe, pray for us!
Immaculate Heart of Mary, pray for us!
]]> Worldwide Roman Catholic Internet Forums Consecration

I realize that this is not a typical Catholic forum in that all the sections are geared specifically to Catholic literature, so I've posted this announcement here hoping I've posted it in an appropriate place and that it will be well received .. It is our hopes that everyone here on Catholic Book Discussions will consider joining thousands of Catholic brothers and sisters on December 8th, 2009, Feast of the Immaculate Conception to make a world wide Roman Catholics Internet forums consecration to the Immaculate Heart of Mary and to the Sacred Heart of Jesus..


On December 8, 2009, Feast of the Immaculate Conception, many Roman Catholic forum communities across the internet will be coming together this day to consecrate our hearts, the hearts of our loved ones, and the hearts of all God’s children to the Immaculate Heart of Mary and to the Sacred Heart of Jesus. It is our greatest hopes that a ‘world wide internet forums consecration’ will spread across the internet so that as many Catholic forum communities as possible will come together as Christ brothers and sisters to pray for world peace and the conversion of hearts. Please join us as Christ brothers and sisters on December 8th as we come together as One Bread, One Body to pray for conversions and for world peace..



The worldwide forums consecration would go as follows:

1. During some point the day of December 8th, 2009, the individual forum member takes a moment to pray the forum consecration that will be posted on the discussion forum they are a member of..
2. Along with these consecration prayers, a Rosary is offered as well, and the days prayers are offered up for world peace and for the conversion of sinners..
3. If the person is able to do so, the Holy Mass is of course attended during this day as well...

Continual updates can be found at: Worldwide Catholic Internet Forums Consecration


God bless, John






Consecration to the Sacred Heart of Jesus

O Jesus, we know that you are gentle, and that you have given your heart
for all of us. It was crowned with thorns and with our sins.
Oh, we know that especially in these present times you beg us not to be lost.

Jesus, remember us when we sin. Through your most Holy Heart
give us grace to love each other. Let hatred disappear from the people. Show your love.

We all love you, and wish you to protect us
with your shepherd's heart from every sin.

Come into every heart, O Jesus,
knock, knock on our hearts.
Be patient and untiring.
We are still closed because
we have not yet understood your will.
Knock perseveringly.

O good Jesus, Make us open our hearts to you,
at least when we remember your passion endured for us.

Sacred Heart of Jesus, we now as a forum family and community under Your Mother's Mantle Consecrate our hearts and the hearts of each and every person in the world today, we bind our hearts, their hearts, and the hearts of all Your precious children to Your Most Sacred Heart, now and forever, Amen.

Sacred Heart of Jesus, have mercy on us!



Consecration to the Immaculate Heart of Mary

O Immaculate Heart of Mary, ardent with goodness, show Your Love toward us.
May the flame of Your Heart, O Mary, descend on all mankind. We love You so.

Impress true love in our hearts so that we may have a continuous desire for You.
O Mary, humble and meek of heart, remember us when we are in sin.
Give us, by means of Your Immaculate Heart, spiritual health.
Let us always see the goodness of Your Maternal Heart and may we be converted by means of the flame of Your Heart.

May this beautiful forum, which You have led each of us to as an intricate part of our spiritual journey, always be protected with Your Motherly Heart. Amen.

Dear Mother Mary, please touch the hearts of every single soul who visits this wonderful place of refuge and give them the joy of becoming a permanent family member of this blessed forum. In Jesus name we ask. Thank you. Amen.

To You, Mother of the human family, we confidently entrust all of humanity with its hopes and fears. Give us the light of true wisdom. Guide our steps in the ways of peace. Enable all who come to this forum to meet Christ the Way, the Truth, and the Life.

Mother Mary, we now as a forum family and community under Your Motherly Mantle Consecrate our hearts and the hearts of each and every person in the world today, we bind our hearts, their hearts, and the hearts of all Your precious children to Your Most Immaculate Heart, now and forever, Amen.

O Holy Mother of God,
Patroness and Protector of the children of God,
cover us Your precious children with Your Mantle of motherly love..
Continually take us by the hand and lead us to Your Son Jesus..

O Holy Mother, Queen of Peace and Queen of our hearts,
teach us how to be children of peace..
that by our example through our words and in our actions
others will want to know this God of Love named Jesus we speak about..

O Holy Mother, Who intercedes before Thy Heavenly Father for us in our prayers, as brothers and sisters in Christ who come together each day on this faithful family community forum of Christ brothers & sisters consecrated to Your Most Immaculate Heart and the Sacred Heart of Your Son Jesus called Catholic Book Discussions Forum, We turn to You for guidance.. We turn to You for help.. We are Your children.. Here we are Mother, lead us!

Our Lady of Guadalupe, we also consecrate every unborn child to Your Most Immaculate Heart.

Our Lady of the Immaculate Conception, pray for us!
Our Lady of Guadalupe, pray for us!
Immaculate Heart of Mary, pray for us!
]]> 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? ]]> http://catholicbookdiscussion.com/showthread.php?tid=11 Wed, 01 Jul 2009 12:57:57 -0500 http://catholicbookdiscussion.com/showthread.php?tid=11
Did you like how the story ended?

Personally, I thought it was one of the best novels I have ever read. I'm not sure I liked the graphic descriptions of the persecutions and other debaucheries of Rome, but I do understand that they helped give the reactions of the characters more credibility.

The end of the book was not what I expected, but I was happy with it nonetheless.]]>
Did you like how the story ended?

Personally, I thought it was one of the best novels I have ever read. I'm not sure I liked the graphic descriptions of the persecutions and other debaucheries of Rome, but I do understand that they helped give the reactions of the characters more credibility.

The end of the book was not what I expected, but I was happy with it nonetheless.]]> http://catholicbookdiscussion.com/showthread.php?tid=10 Tue, 30 Jun 2009 22:50:17 -0500 http://catholicbookdiscussion.com/showthread.php?tid=10 Aquinas and More and I think a lot of readers of this discussion forum will love this book.)

Here's one for summer reading: Crown of the World--Knight of the Temple by Nathan Sadasivan. Nathan is a homeschool grad who attends Ave Maria University. He started writing Crown of the World when he was 15. Frankly, when we received the manuscript, I had a hard time believing it was written by someone so young.

The first book of a trilogy, Knight of the Temple takes place in the Kingdom of Jerusalem during the reign of Amalric. It follows a fictional knight, Godfrey de Montferrat--a young man who is torn between his worldly desires and his calling. The book is loaded with battles, intrigue, history, and compelling characters--some historical, some fictional.

We loved it and I think folks on this board will as well. It's got a good bit in common with our previous release (and all time best seller), Angels in Iron by Nicholas Prata.]]> Aquinas and More and I think a lot of readers of this discussion forum will love this book.)

Here's one for summer reading: Crown of the World--Knight of the Temple by Nathan Sadasivan. Nathan is a homeschool grad who attends Ave Maria University. He started writing Crown of the World when he was 15. Frankly, when we received the manuscript, I had a hard time believing it was written by someone so young.

The first book of a trilogy, Knight of the Temple takes place in the Kingdom of Jerusalem during the reign of Amalric. It follows a fictional knight, Godfrey de Montferrat--a young man who is torn between his worldly desires and his calling. The book is loaded with battles, intrigue, history, and compelling characters--some historical, some fictional.

We loved it and I think folks on this board will as well. It's got a good bit in common with our previous release (and all time best seller), Angels in Iron by Nicholas Prata.]]> http://catholicbookdiscussion.com/showthread.php?tid=9 Mon, 29 Jun 2009 12:57:56 -0500 http://catholicbookdiscussion.com/showthread.php?tid=9 Bleeder, is due out August 5, 2009 from Sophia Institute Press. What is the procedure to have one of your reviewers give it a look? The publisher has asked me to compile a list of reviewers to receive ARCs.

Thanks!

For information on this title (and my other books), please visit my web site, www.johndesjarlais.com]]> Bleeder, is due out August 5, 2009 from Sophia Institute Press. What is the procedure to have one of your reviewers give it a look? The publisher has asked me to compile a list of reviewers to receive ARCs.

Thanks!

For information on this title (and my other books), please visit my web site, www.johndesjarlais.com]]> http://catholicbookdiscussion.com/showthread.php?tid=8 Fri, 26 Jun 2009 17:49:10 -0500 http://catholicbookdiscussion.com/showthread.php?tid=8 http://catholicbookdiscussion.com/showthread.php?tid=7 Wed, 24 Jun 2009 17:56:54 -0500 http://catholicbookdiscussion.com/showthread.php?tid=7 http://catholicbookdiscussion.com/showthread.php?tid=6 Wed, 24 Jun 2009 17:54:37 -0500 http://catholicbookdiscussion.com/showthread.php?tid=6 http://catholicbookdiscussion.com/showthread.php?tid=5 Thu, 18 Jun 2009 09:47:40 -0500 http://catholicbookdiscussion.com/showthread.php?tid=5 The End of the Present World last week and wanted to start posting thoughts about it as I go.

The book is a series of conferences given in France in the late 1800's. St. Therese says that the book was one of the most inspiring books she read.

The current printing is the first ever in English.

The first chapter discusses the events leading up to the end of the world and focuses on two in particular:

1. The preaching of the Gospel to all corners of the Earth.
2. The condition of the world at the time of the Tribulation.
   

As described, these events seem to be far off for a couple of reasons. The author seems to believe that the first condition can only be met when the Gospel is preached everywhere as correctly and thoroughly as possible which will lead to a golden age of the Church.

Since this obviously hasn't happened yet and the current lack of missionary zeal and promotion of false ecumenism in the Church kind of makes such an accomplishment impossible, it could be a very long time before this occurs.

The second event is supposed to follow the first as the Church declines in the face of humanist beliefs in the omniscient power of man. Judging by the current state of the world, it seems we have skipped right over the first event to the second.

I've just started the second chapter which discusses the conversion of the Jews and the rise of the Antichrist.]]> The End of the Present World last week and wanted to start posting thoughts about it as I go.

The book is a series of conferences given in France in the late 1800's. St. Therese says that the book was one of the most inspiring books she read.

The current printing is the first ever in English.

The first chapter discusses the events leading up to the end of the world and focuses on two in particular:

1. The preaching of the Gospel to all corners of the Earth.
2. The condition of the world at the time of the Tribulation.
   

As described, these events seem to be far off for a couple of reasons. The author seems to believe that the first condition can only be met when the Gospel is preached everywhere as correctly and thoroughly as possible which will lead to a golden age of the Church.

Since this obviously hasn't happened yet and the current lack of missionary zeal and promotion of false ecumenism in the Church kind of makes such an accomplishment impossible, it could be a very long time before this occurs.

The second event is supposed to follow the first as the Church declines in the face of humanist beliefs in the omniscient power of man. Judging by the current state of the world, it seems we have skipped right over the first event to the second.

I've just started the second chapter which discusses the conversion of the Jews and the rise of the Antichrist.]]> http://catholicbookdiscussion.com/showthread.php?tid=4 Thu, 04 Jun 2009 11:42:12 -0500 http://catholicbookdiscussion.com/showthread.php?tid=4
I'm new here (this is my 2nd post).
I'm collecting materials for a children's and young adult section for our parish library. I've noted some titles already, but was wondering if anyone has further suggestions? The book or video should be available (not out-of-print), and something you yourself has read or a child (or young adult) you know has recommended.

Thanks!
Magdalen]]>
I'm new here (this is my 2nd post).
I'm collecting materials for a children's and young adult section for our parish library. I've noted some titles already, but was wondering if anyone has further suggestions? The book or video should be available (not out-of-print), and something you yourself has read or a child (or young adult) you know has recommended.

Thanks!
Magdalen]]> http://catholicbookdiscussion.com/showthread.php?tid=3 Thu, 04 Jun 2009 11:38:54 -0500 http://catholicbookdiscussion.com/showthread.php?tid=3
I'm new here. Looks like this is a fairly new site, too.

I've become involved in helping our parish library expand and get better organized. My committee (2 others) and I are committed to lending and stocking materials which promote and reflect orthodoxy. However, we have found that some books already donated (and some since) have not met that criteria! Some authors are dissidents (i.e., Sr. Joan Chittister, Michael Morwood, Sandra Schneiders, Schussler-Fiorenza, Karl Rahner); this can be verified by internet search and (for example, whether they are involved in Call to Action or write for the National Catholic Reporter). Unfortunately, I discovered that most of these books came from our pastoral assoc., a woman religious. When I weeded them out and asked her to take them back, she did without much fuss.

My question is: can anyone direct me to sites where it may be easy to find out who's who and whose writing would not be suitable for anyone trying to learn about Catholicism. (Our Lady's Warriors is one where dissidents are named and why). I would also appreciate critical reviews. Catholic Culture has been very helpful.http://www.catholicculture.org

ONTH, there is a wealth of excellent material available now which I have been replacing the dissident authors with. Of course, there are some wonderful vintage works (such as Chesterton's & C.S. Lewis).

I'd also appreciate hearing from anyone else involved in parish library work.

God bless,
MW]]>
I'm new here. Looks like this is a fairly new site, too.

I've become involved in helping our parish library expand and get better organized. My committee (2 others) and I are committed to lending and stocking materials which promote and reflect orthodoxy. However, we have found that some books already donated (and some since) have not met that criteria! Some authors are dissidents (i.e., Sr. Joan Chittister, Michael Morwood, Sandra Schneiders, Schussler-Fiorenza, Karl Rahner); this can be verified by internet search and (for example, whether they are involved in Call to Action or write for the National Catholic Reporter). Unfortunately, I discovered that most of these books came from our pastoral assoc., a woman religious. When I weeded them out and asked her to take them back, she did without much fuss.

My question is: can anyone direct me to sites where it may be easy to find out who's who and whose writing would not be suitable for anyone trying to learn about Catholicism. (Our Lady's Warriors is one where dissidents are named and why). I would also appreciate critical reviews. Catholic Culture has been very helpful.http://www.catholicculture.org

ONTH, there is a wealth of excellent material available now which I have been replacing the dissident authors with. Of course, there are some wonderful vintage works (such as Chesterton's & C.S. Lewis).

I'd also appreciate hearing from anyone else involved in parish library work.

God bless,
MW]]> http://catholicbookdiscussion.com/showthread.php?tid=2 Tue, 02 Jun 2009 09:37:35 -0500 http://catholicbookdiscussion.com/showthread.php?tid=2
I highly recommend this little prayer book. It would make a good graduation gift for a college graduate, as well as an excellent resource to give to someone entering the Service. I think every adult Catholic should keep a copy in pocket or purse, along with a rosary.]]>
I highly recommend this little prayer book. It would make a good graduation gift for a college graduate, as well as an excellent resource to give to someone entering the Service. I think every adult Catholic should keep a copy in pocket or purse, along with a rosary.]]> http://catholicbookdiscussion.com/showthread.php?tid=1 Thu, 28 May 2009 03:44:37 -0500 http://catholicbookdiscussion.com/showthread.php?tid=1 Confessions, King Lear, and Prime of Miss Brodie? One motivation is that I already own these books (sorry, Aquinas and more). What about you? Which books did you vote for and why?]]> Confessions, King Lear, and Prime of Miss Brodie? One motivation is that I already own these books (sorry, Aquinas and more). What about you? Which books did you vote for and why?]]>