Discover the timeless wisdom of the Dominican spiritual tradition as priest and scholar Paul Murray explores the interconnectedness of prayer, study, and preaching. With insights from the masters of the Order of Preachers, this book challenges readers to embody the power of God's love in their own lives, bridging the gap between Christian tradition and secular culture.
Two Dominican Martyrs: The Lives of Peter Higgins and Terence Albert O'Brien
This book details the lives of Peter Higgins and Terence Albert O’Brien, two Irish martyrs who were executed for their Catholic faith in the early 17th century. Beatified in 1992 by Pope John Paul II, their courage in the face of intense persecution remains a powerful testament to their steadfast faith. In their prefaces, Bishop Laurence Ryan and Archbishop Dermot Clifford highlight the enduring local devotion to these Blesseds in Kildare and Tipperary, while Bishop Walton Empey emphasizes the ecumenical significance of Peter Higgins’ life. Their story is an important part of Irish martyrdom, celebrated each year on November 1, alongside All Saints' Day.
" Bill East has brought to his task a scholar's depth allied to a communicator's skill, so the learning is a servant to the text, not its master..." - Bishop John Crowley
Fr Bill East brings a wealth of experience to this book of sermons for every Sunday of cycle B in the lectionary.
'Reading and enjoying Bill East's homilies for the Year of Mark made me think how simple a good homily is... Bill has had the generosity and courage to see share the fruits of his labours with us. I am sure that many will read and use this book with gratitude and joy.'- Terence Patrick Drainey, Bishop of Middlesbrough
The Word is Flesh and Blood follows the movement of the Mass. In 15 chapters, it explores the biblical sources and inspiration of this great sacramental action, after the pattern of 'assembly', 'word', 'Eucharist' and 'mission'.
Reflections from an international team of scholars on the place of the Old Testament in Christian worship, on the Psalms, and on the New Testament, especially the Gospels.
Preachers at Prayer is the text of an address delivered at the General Chapter of the Dominican Order held at Providence College, Rhode Island, July 2001.
In some religious traditions, the contemplative life is seen to demand an almost complete turning away from the world. But, within the Dominican tradition, the preacher of the living Word is someone possessed not only by a vision of God but also by a profound inner conviction of people's need
The decision of Pope John Paul II to insert five new mysteries, the mysteries, makes the Rosary a prayer even more centred than before on Christ as revealed in the Scripture. The aim of The Mysteries of Light is to enable people to read aright the texts for these mysteries and thus to be able to pray them more fruitfully.
In this thoughtful and accessible commentary, Scripture scholar Denis McBride explores Luke’s Gospel as a message of hope and inclusion. With a deep awareness of Luke’s enduring impact, McBride highlights Jesus’ compassion for the vulnerable and marginalized—those often left outside the bounds of religious or social acceptance.
Blending solid scholarship with prayerful reflection, this book invites readers into a deeper, more personal encounter with the Gospel, encouraging both understanding and spiritual insight.
